O’Shea Jackson Jr. Leads Crowd in Booing Hulk Hogan at WWE Raw Premiere

One Big Thing

Actor O’Shea Jackson Jr. openly participated in booing WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan at the WWE Raw on Netflix premiere in Los Angeles, citing Hogan’s past racist comments as the reason.

Why It Matters

The incident highlights the lasting impact of Hogan’s 2015 racial controversy and raises questions about forgiveness in professional wrestling.

Key Details

• Jackson Jr., along with Eric Andre and Wale, led the booing when Hogan’s music hit
• The actor directly referenced Hogan’s 2015 racist comments as motivation for his actions
• The incident occurred during a high-profile event celebrating WWE Raw’s move to Netflix
• Hogan was suspended from WWE Hall of Fame for three years following the 2015 scandal

By The Numbers

• 3 years – Duration of Hogan’s WWE Hall of Fame suspension (2015-2018)
• 3 celebrities – Notable figures (Jackson Jr., Andre, Wale) who participated in the booing

Direct Quote

“Bringing him out here, what’d you think was gonna happen in LA? We heard the music, and it was like, ‘Ah, oh. Oh, no, no, no. Hold on.’ They let him have it.” – O’Shea Jackson Jr.

What’s Next

The incident may influence WWE’s future decisions about featuring Hogan at high-profile events, particularly in diverse markets.

The Bottom Line

This public display of disapproval shows that despite WWE’s attempts to rehabilitate Hogan’s image, many fans and celebrities haven’t forgotten his controversial past.

What do you think about O’Shea Jackson Jr.’s actions? Should WWE continue featuring Hulk Hogan at major events? Share your thoughts in the comments below.