Hulk Hogan Booed While Appearing on WWE Raw on Netflix

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In a stark contrast to his vibrant and iconic period as one of wrestling’s most flamboyant figures, the WWE legend now presents a markedly different image. His unexpected return on Monday Night Raw, streaming on Netflix from January 6, seemed to suggest that he no longer commands the same audience connection as before. As he made his entrance after approximately two hours into the show, the Hulkster was met with a chorus of boos, which stood out amidst the rest of the evening’s events…and not in a favorable manner.

For quite some time now, Hogan has lost the favor of most WWE fans due to a string of controversies. The downfall started in 2015 when a hidden camera video emerged, revealing him making offensive racial slurs and derogatory comments. Consequently, he was expelled from the WWE Hall of Fame until 2018, following his reinstatement after delivering what many deemed insincere apologies regarding his actions. Lending his unreserved backing to Donald Trump during the election campaign hasn’t exactly endeared him to the people residing in California, where the event transpired.

Immediately upon the celebrity’s entrance, adorned with the label of his “True American Brew” on his attire, and accompanied by the recognizable “Real America” tune, the crowd responded with a mix of jeers and boos. Amidst the uproar, Hogan commented:

You, my loyal fans, have been my most reliable teammate throughout my journey, standing by me through ups and downs, my friends. Now, I’ve got a new teammate, Hulk Hogan‘s Real American Beer that I’m working alongside. Over the years, I’ve had numerous partners. Legends like the Macho Man Randy Savage and Andre the Giant were among them. But tonight, we’re creating history, and the WWE has teamed up with Netflix – an unparalleled partner in the world of entertainment. Let me tell you something, ever since I first entered the ring, I’ve always fought for something greater than myself.

The Californian crowd appeared unimpressed with him, according to a video posted on X/Twitter. This lackluster reception sparked comments from some fans – even former supporters of the man – stating that “Hulkmania is over” and it wasn’t solely due to his recent political activities but rather because they perceived him as being too self-centered, deceitful, and out of touch with reality.

‘WWE Raw’ Blasted to the Top of the Netflix Streaming Chart

Regardless of the stir caused by Hogan’s attendance at the event, Monday Night Raw managed to outshine even Squid Game on Netflix’s TV rankings, claiming the number one spot. It’s possible that Hogan’s presence played a part in this success, but it could also be attributed to the anticipated return of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, John Cena kicking off his 2025 retirement tour, and the Undertaker celebrating Rhea Ripley’s championship victory.

Despite the reasons behind it, WWE’s ongoing collaboration with Netflix shows no signs of slowing down when it comes to reintroducing past personalities, even those who have become somewhat contentious. Whether Hulk Hogan will make another appearance or not remains to be seen, but history has shown that nothing quite stirs up an audience like a bit of controversy.

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2025-01-07 23:31