In the realm of wrestling, one of its most revered figures, Hulk Hogan, passed away this week. Tonight’s SmackDown event saw the WWE honor Hogan in various heartfelt methods. The program commenced with a gathering on stage featuring several illustrious personalities, as Triple H eulogized Hogan and underscored his influence on WWE’s legacy and achievements. After a solemn 10-bell salute, the WWE screened a tribute video showcasing Hogan’s remarkable wrestling career and his life beyond the ring, emphasizing the profound love he had for wrestling and its associated aspects. You can find both videos linked below.
To begin with, Triple H expressed, “Ladies and gentlemen, it’s a sad day as we lost one of the world’s most influential and globally recognized icons yesterday. This man was not only someone I admired while growing up, but also had the privilege to work alongside in the ring, and like countless others, considered him a friend. In reality, he mesmerized millions and inspired people worldwide.
Triple H went on to say, “We wouldn’t be here gathered today if it weren’t for him. So let’s join together in honoring him now as we pay tribute with a 10-bell salute to Terry Bollea, the one and only, the eternal, Hulk Hogan.
Triple H also presented a heartfelt video homage, which traced Hogan’s career from the birth of Hulkamania to his latest WWE performances, but it also delved into his early days in the wrestling world, such as his initial appearance in WWE in 1979 and his groundbreaking match at Madison Square Garden that ignited Hulkamania. The tribute further emphasized Hogan’s unforgettable WrestleMania moments, like the one at WrestleMania III, and his rise to stardom in Hollywood, including his legendary role in Rocky 3.
Subsequently, we witness his shift to WCW, a shake-up that once more stirred the wrestling universe. However, this transition would seem insignificant next to the bombshell revelation when Hogan emerged as the third man and the nWo’s leader. After WCW eventually crumbled and merged with WWE, Hogan made a comeback. Interestingly, he was cheered by the crowd during his match against The Rock at WrestleMania. This set the stage for his eventual return to the iconic red and yellow Hogan character, and he was later inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. You can find two tribute videos about him in the links provided above.
As a die-hard film buff reminiscing about Hogan’s illustrious wrestling career, I can’t help but marvel at his impressive accolades. Throughout his journey, he held the WCW World Heavyweight Championship six times, the WWF and WWE Championship belts six times each, and once shared the WWE Tag Team Championship. In 2005, he was honored with induction into the prestigious WWE Hall of Fame, and in 2020, his iconic nWo group was enshrined as well. Simply put, Hogan’s impact on professional wrestling is nothing short of cinematic!
Our thoughts are with Hogan’s family and friends.
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