The WWE has wiped any mention of Hulk Hogan from its website, including the legendary wrestler's Hall of Fame page, in a clear attempt to distance itself from him. The Hulkster is also no longer listed as a judge on the WWE reality television show Tough Enough.
"WWE terminated its contract with Terry Bollea (aka Hulk Hogan)," a WWE press release statement to Sports Illustrated and other media outlets said on Friday (July 24). "WWE is committed to embracing and celebrating individuals from all backgrounds as demonstrated by the diversity of our employees, performers and fans worldwide."
Although the WWE has yet to release a statement as to why it's distancing itself from Hogan, The National Enquirer is reporting that this stems from an alleged racist recording, in which Hogan reportedly admits to being "racist to a point" and says the N-word.
WWE web site told a few hours ago to remove all references to him. That's all I know so far.
— Dave Meltzer (@davemeltzerWON) July 24, 2015
Hulk Hogan dropped from WWE due to audio recording in which Hogan goes on a racial tirade. WWE preemptively cutting ties before it breaks. — Rob McCarron (STR) (@ShakeThemRopes) July 24, 2015
Hogan himself even tweeted out this cryptic message, leading everyone to think that the WWE preemptively distancing itself from him for this reason is very real.
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
Just last month, Hogan tossed around the idea of having one final match at Wrestlemani 32 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX on April 3, 2016 to possibly break the record for live attendance since the Dallas Cowboys' home can accommodate up to 105,000 fans.
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