Last Monday, Hulk Hogan received jeers from the WWE fans in Los Angeles. Some people believe that his controversial connections to the incoming U.S. President, Donald Trump, may have played a role in this negative reception.
As a passionate movie-goer and WWE enthusiast, I found myself in the thick of it at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s Monday Night RAW. To my surprise, the usually thunderous cheers were replaced by an overwhelming wave of boos as the legendary Hulk Hogan made his grand entrance. He was there alongside his longtime friend and manager, Jimmy Hart, to hype up “Hulk Hogan’s Real American Beer.” The unexpected reaction left Hulk looking visibly disheartened.
Witnessing 18,000 people boo Hulk Hogan as he left a venue rekindled my belief in human kindness 😥 #WWERAW #RawOnNetflix
— Public Enemies Podcast (@TheEnemiesPE3) January 7, 2025
Although it’s been suggested that the boos might be due to Hogan endorsing Donald Trump during the 2024 presidential race, examining his past interactions with fans seems to reveal alternative causes of hostility towards him.
As reported by the Daily Mail, Hogan was taken aback by the response, but swiftly adjusted his viewpoint to find a positive aspect in the situation.
The source stated, “Was Hulk expecting cheers from the crowd? Not likely, especially given that Jimmy Hart, a well-liked figure and holder of an American flag, accompanied him. Yes, he was definitely booed instead, and after his speech, he went backstage feeling let down by the audience’s response. However, he wasn’t angry.
If not for his presence to advertise his beer, he might have delved deeper into it, but he needed to complete the promotional aspect. Reflecting on it later, some positive outcomes emerged. The fact that he was jeered, people discussed it, and his experience in wrestling taught him that even negative reactions matter significantly, as if they are neither cheering nor booing you, it indicates indifference.
As a movie enthusiast, I must admit that this beer promotion has truly been a winning move for the brand. Initially, I felt a pang of disappointment, but upon giving it some thought, I find myself genuinely excited about the outcome. The Hulk, being a shrewd businessman, is going to leverage the fans’ reactions to his advantage, and let me tell you, he’s headed straight for the bank with this one!
🚨🇺🇸 Hulk Hogan Rips His Shirt on The RNC Stage
“LET TRUMPAMANIA MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”
— Censored Men (@CensoredMen) July 19, 2024
Supporting Trump vocally, as Hogan did during his speech at the Republican National Convention, has undoubtedly divided public perception of him among those on the left. This segment of society often takes an individual’s political views into account when deciding whether they believe that person should continue being recognized or not. Leftist thinkers frequently employ a person’s voting habits as ammunition for unsuccessful cancel culture attempts that have become less effective over time.
In progressive LA, heartland of Woke Hollywood, the organization’s actions might have fanned the flames further. However, it seems ludicrous for some to try and use this occurrence as evidence that Trump isn’t well-liked, despite his landslide victory in November’s election.
Trump support alone doesn’t fully explain the crowd’s response.
WWE legend The Undertaker tag teams with Trump in message to voters: ‘Choose wisely’
— New York Post (@nypost) October 19, 2024
On the same Monday Night RAW broadcast, another WWE legend, The Undertaker – who publicly supported Trump and had him as a guest on his podcast – was warmly received with cheers and admiration. This stands in sharp contrast to Hulk Hogan’s reception, suggesting that there were factors other than political views driving the boos directed at him.
Certainly, it’s likely that people might not be fully aware of The Undertaker’s political views compared to Hulk Hogan’s, seeing as how the latter made an appearance at the Republican National Convention.
However, Hogan’s performances had been met with jeers from WWE audiences even before his political views were known. At WrestleMania 37 in Tampa, the home crowd’s loud boos indicated a more profound dissatisfaction.
Titus O’Neil Gets An Amazing Pop.
Hulk Hogan is Getting Booed.
Classic. #WrestleMania
— JTEonYT (@JTEonYT) April 11, 2021
As a passionate film enthusiast, I can’t ignore the lasting impact of the 2015 scandal that rocked the world of wrestling, involving Hulk Hogan. A private video emerged, revealing him making racially charged comments, complete with offensive slurs. The WWE swiftly severed ties with him then, stripping him off their Hall of Fame for three years. However, his reinstatement in 2018, following numerous apologies, didn’t sit well with many fans. They found his words less sincere and more a response to being secretly recorded, rather than any genuine remorse for the offensive language he used.
Behind the scenes, Hogan’s political maneuvers have given him a less-than-favorable image as someone who puts himself first. One of his most notorious actions occurred in 1986, when it was said that he informed Vince McMahon about Jesse Ventura’s attempts to organize wrestlers into a union, ultimately causing the effort to fail.
As a discerning film critic, I’ve always found myself questioning the tales spun by one particular star. From boasting about nearly joining Metallica as their bassist to asserting he worked an astounding 400 days in a year due to time zones, this individual’s credibility is often under scrutiny. To add fuel to the fire, there was his claim that Andre the Giant perished shortly after being bodyslammed by him at WrestleMania 3 in 1987. However, history tells us otherwise, as Andre lived another six years before passing away in 1993.
Despite initially facing boos from the crowd, Hulk Hogan seems to be turning those negative reactions into an opportunity. As a source from the Daily Mail pointed out, even unfavorable responses can prove beneficial in wrestling. With his extensive experience and deep understanding of the industry, Hulk Hogan realizes that staying relevant hinges on being talked about—whether people are discussing him positively or negatively.
Hulk Hogan has made an appearance at the premiere of Raw on Netflix, donning a MAGA Powers t-shirt featuring images of Trump, Vance, and himself. It feels like we’re back in action again!
— Nick Kayal (@NickKayal) January 6, 2025
Hogan, always thinking like an entrepreneur, appears poised to leverage public response for his benefit, demonstrating yet again that in professional wrestling, both jeers and drama often equate to earnings.
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