Hulk Hogan dies at 71: All on WWE star's decades-long friendship with Donald Trump
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Hulk Hogan and Donald Trump's friendship
According to The Sportster, their first encounter dated back to WrestleMania IV and V, which were both sponsored by Trump Plaza in the late '80s. Donald Trump, who was already a budding pop culture figure, was immediately drawn to Hogan's charisma. As wrestling's top attraction, the WWE Hall of Famer represented the exact over-the-top spectacle Trump was eager to associate with his brand.
The report added that photos of two, alongside legends like Andre The Giant, marked the beginning of a professional acquaintance built on mutual admiration.
Unlike Vince McMahon, who is considered to be one of Trump's closest allies, Hogan's relationship with the president was more casual but still meaningful. They often showed public support for one another.
The report added that when Hogan launched his Real American Beer brand last year, Trump promoted it on Truth Social even though he does not drink alcohol himself.
'Hulk Hogan is doing a beer, and if he's doing it, it must be good,' Trump wrote. 'Great looking can and logo. Give it a try!!! – DJT,' he added. This endorsement was a symbolic gesture of mutual respect between the two.
Also read: Hulk Hogan dies: Trump family pays tribute to WWE legend; 'RIP to a legend'
Hulk Hogan's campaign for Donald Trump
According to The Independent, Trump and Hogan's bond reached a new level of visibility when the wrestler made a surprise appearance during the Republican National Convention in July 2024. Hogan even ripped his shirt on stage in support of Trump's re-election bid: a moment which has gone viral following Hogan's demise.
In spite of their camaraderie, the two shared moments of friction as well. On the Impaulsive podcast, Hogan revealed that Trump had once sent him a letter expressing disappointment after Hogan joked about his infamous hair.
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He campaigned for Trump in the 2024 presidential election.
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The former wrestler had total earnings of $25 million at the time of his death, as per Celebrity Net Worth.
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