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Eric Bischoff’s Emotional Goodbye to Hulk Hogan… WWE Controversial Star NOT Returning – Wrestling News Update

The wrestling world is still shaking in the aftermath of Hulk Hogan’s tragic death, and no one is feeling the loss more deeply than Eric Bischoff, the man who once helped Hogan reshape his legacy in WCW.

But even as fans mourn, WWE has made a quiet but shocking decision: a controversial superstar — once teased for a comeback — will not be returning after all.

Here’s what we know.

🕊️ Eric Bischoff Bids Farewell: “He Was My Brother”

In a teary podcast episode just hours after news of Hogan’s death broke, Eric Bischoff broke his silence — and broke down emotionally as he remembered his longtime friend and business partner.

“We didn’t always agree,” Bischoff said.
“But we always had each other’s back. He was more than a friend — he was family.”

Bischoff and Hogan’s legacy together is well-documented. From the formation of the nWo to the Monday Night Wars, they built an empire that forced WWE to change forever.

In the podcast, Bischoff revealed that he and Hogan had spoken just days before his passing, and that Hogan had been hopeful about making one final public appearance to address fans.

“He told me he wanted to say thank you. To the fans. To the boys in the back. To Vince… even after everything.”

Unfortunately, that moment never came.

Bischoff ended the episode with a choked-up goodbye:

“Hulkster… I love you, brother. You’ll always be larger than life.”

🚫 WWE Controversial Star NOT Returning After All

Meanwhile, behind the scenes at WWE, a highly controversial star rumored to be making a comeback has officially been scrubbed from all plans.

Sources close to creative confirm that this wrestler — known for past backstage drama and social media meltdowns — had been discussed for a surprise return. That plan has now been shut down entirely.

Though WWE has not released an official name, speculation points to either:

Velveteen Dream, once hailed as a rising star before being sidelined by legal and PR controversies

Ryback, who’s frequently trashed the company online and clashed with top execs

Or Nia Jax, whose sporadic appearances have drawn mixed responses due to in-ring safety concerns

Whatever the case, WWE’s decision seems final.

“Too much heat. Too much risk,” one insider said.
“It’s not worth the headlines.”

📰 What This Means for WWE Moving Forward

With Hogan gone, and old names fading from the picture, WWE is doubling down on a new era — and they’re being very selective about who gets to be part of it.

The company has faced backlash in recent months over issues ranging from:

Locker room tension

Poor handling of retirements

The ongoing OnlyFans scandals among some female talent

And now, inconsistent tributes to legends like Hogan

But the message from the top is clear: control the narrative.

Still, fans haven’t forgotten.