WWE has severed all ties with Hulk Hogan reportedly as a result of Hogan using racist language.
WWE’s website has removed all traces of Hogan, including his Superstar bio, merchandise, photo galleries and more. Hogan is no longer listed as a judge on Tough Enough and even Curtis Axel’s “Axelmania” gimmick has been removed from the site.
There is a clip of Hulk Hogan talking to DJ Whoo Kid from 3 years ago that’s been circulating, with Hogan using the N-word multiple times, but that is not the racist language that is at the center of this latest controversy.
The National Enquirer is claiming that they have tapes of Hulk Hogan repeatedly making racist statements, which they shared with WWE yesterday, leading the company to completely distance itself from the wrestling legend. The new tapes will be released today and surfaced during the discovery period in Hogan’s ongoing lawsuit with Gawker. MediaTakeout.com writes:
“After listening to the tape, which is DISGUSTING, there can be NO DOUBT that Hulk Hogan is a racist . . . at the level of the KU KLUX KLAN. “
Since the news broke, Hogan tweeted:
In the storm I release control,God and his Universe will sail me where he wants me to be,one love. HH
— Hulk Hogan (@HulkHogan) July 24, 2015
This is a developing story – check back throughout the day for more details.
