Why was Hulk Hogan booed on Netflix’s debut of Monday Night Raw?
Retired WWE legend Hulk Hogan found himself roundly booed by a stadium of wrestling fanatics on the opening night of Netflix’s Monday Night Raw this week.
The veteran star, 71, real name Terry Bollea, made a surprise appearance during the event at the Intuitive Dome in Inglewood in Los Angeles, on Monday night but did not receive the warm welcome he was clearly expecting.
Flanked by his longtime on-screen manager Jimmy Hart and sporting a vest bearing the name of Real American Beer –his new brew, which has just signed a multi-year partnership with the streaming giant – Hogan attempted to salvage the situation.
“You, the fans, have been my greatest tag team partner because you guys have stuck with me through thick and thin dudes,” he told the hecklers.
“You know, I got a new tag-team partner right now. I got Hulk Hogan’s Real American Beer that I’ve teamed up [with].
“And in the past, I’ve had a whole bunch of partners down the line. I’ve had incredible partners like ‘ooh ya’ the Macho Man Randy Savage. I’ve had giant-size partners, like Andre the Giant.
“But the greatest partner the WWE has ever had, is the fact that tonight, we’re making history, and the WWE has tag-teamed up with Netflix, the greatest tag-team partner of all time.”
Persisting with the heavy-handed sales pitch, Hogan declared: “Well, let me tell you something brother! From the first time I stepped into the ring, I’ve always fought for something bigger than myself.
“I’m thrilled to bring Real American Beer into the ring with WWE. Together, we’re bringing that pride to America, one beer, one match at a time, brother!”
It was not immediately clear why the crowd took exception to a man who first entered the ring in 1977 and went on to win six World Wrestling Entertainment championships, the last coming in 2002 when he defeated the now company CEO Triple H for as short reign, and be inducted into the WWE’s Hall of Fame not once but twice.
In 2015, he was temporarily removed from the WWE Universe when a shocking video emerged of him repeatedly using the n-word to describe his daughter’s rumored boyfriend. However in 2018, all was forgiven and Hogan once more began making appearances for the Connecticut-based promotion.
However, Hogan’s increasingly vocal support for President-elect Donald Trump might have been behind it, although wrestling is not generally known for attracting a liberal audience.
Meanwhile, the company itself is embedded with the Trump administration with founder Vince McMahon’s wife, Linda, set to take a role once more in the cabinet. Between 2016 and 2019, Linda served as Trump’s Small Business Administrator, now she will take on the role of Education Secretary.
Just days after Trump survived an assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July last year, Hogan took to the stage on the final night of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to introduced the presidential candidate.
Before tearing off his shirt in signature style, the wrestler told his audience: “What happened last week, when they took a shot at my hero and they tried to kill the next president of the United States, enough was enough.
“I said, ‘Let Trump-a-mania run wild, brother! Let Trump-a-mania rule again. Let Trump-a-mania, make America great again!’”
An extraordinary spectacle, Hogan repeated the performance at Trump’s notorious Madison Square Garden rally in October, although struggled to rip up his shirt on that occasion, his age seemingly catching up with him at last.
Why Was Hulk Hogan Booed at WWE Monday Night Raw in LA?
YahooWondering why wrestling legend Hulk Hogan was met with loud boos at WWE Monday Night Raw’s Netflix debut? The unexpected reaction from fans at the Intuit Dome has sparked widespread discussion. So, what caused the backlash?
Here’s what went down: Hulk Hogan’s surprise appearance, the Real American Beer announcement, and the likely reasons behind the negative crowd response.
Hulk Hogan and Jimmy Hart made a surprise appearance during WWE Monday Night Raw’s first live Netflix event at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles on January 6, 2025.
Hogan promoted his new Real American Beer brand, now an official WWE sponsor, with its logo displayed on the ring mat. Despite his iconic status, the crowd loudly booed him throughout his appearance.
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The boos were likely due to Hogan’s political support for Donald Trump, whom he endorsed at the 2024 Republican National Convention. Los Angeles, with its predominantly liberal audience, may have reacted negatively to his presence. Social media users also linked the crowd’s response to his political stance, though neither Hogan nor WWE has commented on the incident.
Hogan’s boos may also be related to his controversial past. In 2015, WWE removed him from its Hall of Fame after racist remarks surfaced. Though reinstated in 2018, some fans remain critical of his presence, which likely fueled the crowd’s reaction.
The WWE Monday Night Raw on Netflix saw some key developments. Roman Reigns defeated Solo Sikoa in Tribal Combat, with The Rock presenting him with the Ula Fala to solidify his status as the only Tribal Chief. John Cena began his farewell tour by declaring his entry into the 2025 Royal Rumble.
Rhea Ripley reclaimed the WWE Women’s Championship by defeating Liv Morgan and celebrated with The Undertaker. Travis Scott escorted Jey Uso to the ring, carrying a version of the Hardcore Championship, before Jey defeated Drew McIntyre. CM Punk closed the show with a victory over Seth Rollins.
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Hulk Hogan jokes about body slamming Kamala Harris
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has joked about body slamming Vice-President Kamala Harris in front of a fired up crowd, and questioned her racial identity.
In a video obtained by TMZ, the 71-year-old can be seen asking the jeering crowd: "Do you want me to body slam Kamala Harris?!"
"Do you want me to drop the leg on Kamala?!" he shouts, referring to one of his iconic wrestling moves.
The comments were made during a promotional event for his new beer, and come amid calls to stop violent political rhetoric, following the assassination attempt on Donald Trump nearly six weeks ago.
Hogan continued to make more comments about Ms Harris including one about her Indian heritage.
Kamala Harris is bi-racial - her mother was from India and her father is Jamaican.
"Is Kamala a chameleon? Is she Indian?" Hogan asked the crowd, before using an outdated and stereotypical greeting associated with Native American Indians.
The video stops after he could be heard saying he "was going to get heat for that one".
"That was not me, that was the beer talking," he added.
The BBC has contacted Hulk Hogan's management for comment.
Trump recently attacked the vice-president's racial identity, falsely claiming she had only ever emphasised her Asian-American heritage until recently when, he claimed, "she became a black person".
Last month, Hulk Hogan appeared at the Republican National Convention where he gave a speech praising Trump.
He also ripped off a shirt to reveal a vest with Trump's name and his vice-presidential pick, JD Vance.
The former wrestler's latest comments come as the Democrats are holding their party's convention this week in Chicago, where they will formally endorse Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate for November's election.
