WWE Honors Hulk Hogan, Reflects on His Legacy

WWE honored the late Hulk Hogan, who died at 71, with 10-bell salutes and tributes from legends and superstars during both Raw and SmackDown. Triple H and Cody Rhodes led the remembrances, with Rhodes calling Hogan 'the original WWE superstar' and highlighting his influence on wrestling. The wrestling community reflected on Hogan's complex legacy, balancing his groundbreaking career with controversies surrounding his personal life and political views. Close friend Brutus 'The Barber' Beefcake shared memories and expressed regret at not seeing Hogan before his passing. Meanwhile, WWE advanced its SummerSlam storylines, including Cody Rhodes' challenge to John Cena. Hogan's passing sparked widespread debate on how wrestling legends should be remembered.