TMZ Presents The Real Hulk Hogan
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Preview
TMZ Presents: The Real Hulk Hogan is a one-hour FOX documentary that explores the extraordinary life of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, from his meteoric rise to superstardom and cultural fame to the personal controversies and challenges that shaped his later years. Through candid interviews with friends, family, wrestling peers, and Hollywood icons, the special paints a complete portrait of the man behind the iconic persona, celebrating his influence while not shying away from the scandals that tested his legacy.
Date & Time
- Premiere: Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 8:00–9:00 p.m. ET/PT on FOX
- Streaming: Available the next day on Hulu (and Hulu on Disney+)
Location
- Television broadcast on FOX; available via streaming on Hulu — no live event venue.
Match Card
While there’s no wrestling match card in the traditional sense, the special features interviews with many prominent figures, including:
- Sylvester Stallone (actor and longtime friend)
- Vince McMahon (former WWE CEO, in his first televised interview since exiting WWE)
- Mick Foley, Bill Goldberg, Jimmy Hart, Mark Henry (all wrestling legends)
- WWE stars Alexa Bliss, Jacob Fatu, and Charlotte Flair
Conclusion
The documentary delivers an emotional and unfiltered look at Hulk Hogan’s journey, beginning with the newsroom’s reaction to his death and moving through the highs and lows of his career. It addresses the racial slur controversy head-on, with Vince McMahon calling the remarks “unforgivable” but explaining Hogan’s eventual return to WWE as a form of redemption. Wrestling legends like Mark Henry and Mick Foley share their own perspectives, blending criticism with respect for Hogan’s impact on the industry. By the end, McMahon’s closing words, “Hulkamania will live forever,” serve as both a farewell and a recognition of Hogan’s lasting influence on wrestling culture.