Veteran Discusses Fan Reaction to Hulk Hogan on WWE RAW

Bill Apter, Hall of Fame wrestling journalist and Sportskeeda Senior Editor, addressed the crowd response to Hulk Hogan during the WWE RAW premiere on Netflix at the Intuit Dome.

During his appearance on The Wrestling Time Machine with Mac Davis, Apter spoke about the distinction between Terry Bollea and his wrestling persona.

It really bothered me that he was getting booed because whatever Terry Bollea is, that’s a different story. If he’s a racist, he is. If he’s not, he’s not. But the character Hulk Hogan, it really tore me apart to see him disrespected. That character, along with Vince McMahon and the office there, touring with them is what put wrestling and sports entertainment into motion. People have to remember this is the character of Hulk Hogan and that character is not the same person.

WWE is currently reviewing Hogan’s future appearances following the January 6 crowd reaction. Internal discussions are underway regarding potential alternative roles for Hogan, though no definitive plans have been established.