Wrestling icon Hulk Hogan stole the show at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Thursday, delivering a high-energy endorsement of Donald Trump that left the crowd roaring and social media buzzing.
Hogan, known for his larger-than-life persona, didn’t disappoint. He stormed onto the stage at the Fiserv Forum, bringing his trademark wrestling flair to the political arena. With his signature blonde mustache and bandana, Hogan wasted no time in praising Trump and his running mate, JD Vance.
“Trump and Vance are the greatest tag team of my life,” Hogan bellowed, drawing cheers from the audience. “They’re going to bring America back together!”
The wrestler also didn’t shy away from addressing the assassination attempt on Trump just days earlier. In a moment reminiscent of his wrestling days, Hulk Hogan ripped off his shirt to reveal a “Trump-Vance 2024” vest underneath while he declared,
“When they took a shot at my hero, and they tried to kill the next president of the United States, enough was enough.”
The crowd went wild as he shouted, “Let Trumpamania run wild, brother! Let Trumpamania make America great again!”
Trump, still sporting a bandage on his ear from the incident, seemed thrilled with Hogan’s enthusiasm. As the wrestler left the stage, Trump waved and blew him a kiss – a moment that quickly went viral on social media.
Many have wondered why Hulk Hogan was at the convention in the first place. Some speculated it was due to his long-standing friendship with Trump, dating back to their World Wrestling Entertainment days. Others suggested it might be connected to Hogan’s ties with right-wing figures like Peter Thiel.
Regardless of the reason, Hogan’s appearance certainly energized the crowd.
“He’s going to win in November,” Hogan predicted, “and we’re all going to be champions again when he’s back in our White House.”