Hulk Hogan Booed Heavily During Monday Night Raw Netflix Debut Sparking Debate over his WWE Legacy
Hulk Hogan, one of WWE’s most legendary figures, faced an unexpected reaction during the Netflix debut of Monday Night Raw. The wrestling icon was met with loud boos from the crowd as he made his entrance, overshadowing the excitement surrounding WWE’s historic streaming partnership.
Hogan appeared as part of a special segment to commemorate the new era of WWE Raw on Netflix. While his presence was intended to celebrate the milestone, the audience's overwhelmingly negative response took center stage. Spectators at the arena and those watching from home were quick to note the intensity of the boos, with social media lighting up with reactions.
Many speculated the reaction stemmed from Hogan’s controversial past, which has resurfaced in recent years, including a 2007 tape revealing his use of a racial slur, as well as his support for Donald Trump, alienating him within the wrestling community. Fans and critics have frequently expressed mixed feelings about his appearances at WWE events, with some arguing his presence distracts from the show’s current stars and narratives.
Despite the crowd’s reaction, Hogan maintained his composure, addressing the audience briefly before exiting the stage. WWE has not commented on the incident, but fans have already begun speculating on how the company might handle similar situations in the future.