Unsung hero behind hula hoop invention dies aged 101

The news article discusses the passing of Patty Hogan, the unsung hero behind the invention of the hula hoop. Hogan, who died at the age of 101, claimed to have come up with the name "hula hoop" and played a crucial role in introducing the toy to the United States. The hula hoop became a global phenomenon in the 1950s, with millions of people around the world twirling the plastic hoops around their waists. However, the article suggests that Hogan's contribution to the invention and popularization of the hula hoop has largely been overlooked. Despite her claims, the article notes that the origins of the hula hoop are not entirely clear, and there are multiple individuals who have been credited with its invention. Nonetheless, the article highlights Hogan's role in the hula hoop's history and pays tribute to her as an unsung hero in the development of one of the most iconic toys of the 20th century.