WWE may make unexpected decision after fan backlash to Hulk Hogan on RAW on Netflix
WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan received unexpected audience response during RAW’s debut on Netflix, prompting speculation about future appearances.
Hulk Hogan’s appearance on WWE RAW’s Netflix premiere met with an unexpected response from the Los Angeles crowd at Intuit Dome. The WWE Hall of Famer faced significant resistance from the audience during his segment, which primarily focused on promoting his beer company.
According to Daily Mail, the negative reception may be connected to Hogan’s public support for President-elect Donald Trump. The reaction has sparked internal discussions about potentially adjusting his character direction in future appearances.
Fightful Select reports that WWE had originally planned multiple appearances for Hogan tied to the Netflix partnership. Sources within the company expressed concern about the segment becoming a public talking point, though some had anticipated the possibility of a mixed reception.
Backstage Response to Audience Reaction
The Hall of Famer addressed the situation in a conversation with Sportskeeda’s Dr. Chris Featherstone:
may have been a political influence […] he stood for what they didn’t stand for
Hogan acknowledged he expected a divided response in Los Angeles, citing the state’s 58.5% Democratic majority in the recent election. Despite the reaction, reports indicate his Real American Beer partnership with WWE remains secure.
WWE sources suggest the company will carefully consider the context of Hogan’s future appearances. While online speculation has suggested embracing his nWo heel persona, insiders indicate this wasn’t part of the original plans for his involvement with the Netflix partnership.