Real American Freestyle plans to continue on despite the death of one of its founders.

Hulk Hogan’s death sent shockwaves through the wrestling world. His untimely passing also had a major effect on another project he’s been working on. Earlier this year, Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff announced the creation of “Real American Freestyle,

Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff announced the launch of Real American Freestyle wrestling (RAF) back in April. Since then, RAF has been gearing up for its inaugural event on August 30, and that includes Kurt Angle officially joining up with the new promotion.

Fox Nation has signed its second deal in the live sports arena as the exclusive broadcast partner for Hulk Hogan, Eric Bischoff and Chad Bronstein's Real American Freestyle (RAF). Fox Nation President Lauren Petterson announced the new deal on Monday.

“WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away,” the sporting league shared in a Thursday social media statement. “One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans.”

Hulk Hogan evolved from a sports entertainer to lifestyle brand through authenticity and expansion, with recent ventures that included a beer brand and freestyle wrestling organization.

The inaugural matchup for the wrestling competition will stream Aug. 30, with a second event set to take place this fall

Hulk Hogan became inextricably tied to "Real American" when he adopted the track as his theme song at the peak of his WWE career.

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan’s wife, Sky Daily Hogan, shared her heartache with the world Friday, a day after her husband died from cardiac arrest. Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, died Thursday at their home in Clearwater, Florida. He was 71 years old.