Vince McMahon has defended his choice to bring Hulk Hogan back to WWE after previous controversies. In 2015, WWE severed ties with the Hall of Famer following the release of a tape featuring racist remarks. However, this separation lasted only three years, as Hogan returned to WWE in 2018.
In a recent interview with TMZ for the documentary “The Real Hulk Hogan,” McMahon discussed Hogan’s situation in detail. He described Hogan’s comments as “unforgivable” and expressed his shock upon discovering them, stating, “It was not allowed, I was aghast, ‘What happened?’ When they happened, it’s not like him.”
Despite this, McMahon defended the decision to reinstate Hogan, insisting that Hogan was not inherently racist and emphasizing that “we all make mistakes.” He said, “I knew he wasn’t racist. I was with him for many years. He wasn’t racist. He said some racist things. He should pay for it, and he did. In the end, I think everyone saw the real Hulk Hogan, Terry Bollea. He’s not racist. We all make mistakes. It was a big deal, but he wasn’t racist.”
McMahon also reflected on his personal relationship with Hogan and shared his reaction to the wrestler’s passing, which can be seen in more detail in the full interview.
Fan Take: This development is significant for WWE fans as it highlights the company’s struggle to balance accountability with forgiveness. Bringing Hogan back underscores the complexity of addressing past mistakes in the wrestling world, reminding fans that redemption and controversy often coexist in the sport.
