Hulk Hogan faced a less-than-warm reception during his surprise appearance on WWE Monday Night Raw, now streaming on Netflix. Entering the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles to his iconic “Real American” theme song, the 72-year-old wrestling legend addressed fans but was met with loud boos throughout his speech. Hogan attempted to hype the crowd, calling them his “greatest tag team partner” and referencing his legacy alongside partners like Macho Man Randy Savage and Andre the Giant.
The retired wrestler also used the moment to promote his Real American Beer brand, declaring it a new “tag team partner” for the WWE, which recently announced a multi-year partnership with the product. The promotional plug seemed to further agitate the audience, who continued to boo as Hogan wrapped up his speech.
Hogan, a two-time WWE Hall of Fame inductee, was a dominant figure in wrestling during the 1980s and early 1990s, winning multiple championships and becoming a cultural icon. However, controversies in recent years, including past legal battles and racial comments, have affected his reputation with fans.
Despite the frosty reception, Hogan remained professional, leaving the stage to his walkout music. The mixed reactions highlight the complicated relationship between the wrestling icon and WWE’s modern audience.
