Hulk Hogan faced relentless boos from fans upon his return Monday night during his WWE debut on Netflix.
Hogan was promoting a beer company he co-founded called Real American Beer. The company recently announced a partnership with WWE and its parent company, TKO Group Holdings.
Hogan usually hears nothing but love from audiences, including at the 2024 Republican National Convention, but fans It rained boos He talked about the former wrestler who entered with legendary coach Jimmy Hart waving an American flag.
In fact, the booing was so bad that some fans listen“Why is Hogan getting booed and leaving the building?”
many pointed to Political leanings were cited as a reason for fans' reactions, given that the broadcast was filmed in California and Hogan supported President-elect Donald Trump and supported his appearance at the RNC.
However, as professional wrestling reporter Kazeem Famuideh, noticed In an interview with Undertaker Ariel Helwani, who supports Trump and recently interviewed him, he said: complete entrance Riding a motorcycle with fellow Trump supporter Kid Rock's “American Bad Ass” as his entrance song.
“I don't think anyone booed him,” Famuyide said.
Unfortunately for Hulk, on a night when WWE was trying to “make pro wrestling cool,” fans were praising celebrities like: Macaulay CulkinHowever, Hogan's promotion was not well received at all.
“Since the first time I stepped into the ring, I have always fought for something bigger than myself.”
Real American Beer, which launched in June 2024, has signed a multi-year deal with WWE and will be featured on Monday Night Raw. The company will also include the brand name on the ring itself for each episode.
According to recent reports, WWE will also become a minority shareholder in the beer company. press release.
“Hulk Hogan has done a great job of introducing exciting new products into a highly competitive market,” said Grant Norris Jones, TKO Group Executive. “We're excited to open up new partnership categories and showcase Real American Beer in front of Netflix's global audience.”
For his part, Hogan made a statement in keeping with his character.
“So let me tell you something, bro! Ever since the first time I stepped into the ring, I've always fought for something bigger than myself.”
Hogan continued, “I'm excited to bring Real American Beer to the WWE ring. Together, we'll bring that pride to America, beer by beer and match by match, brother!” He continued.
According to WrestlenomicsWWE's Netflix debut was a success, with 2.6 million live and same-day viewers in the United States. This is a reported 116% increase from its 2024 broadcast on USA Network.
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