Randy Orton Finally Reveals Why WWE Wrestlers Hate Hulk Hogan

Randy Orton Finally Reveals Why WWE Wrestlers Hate Hulk Hogan
“We Respected the Legend — But We Couldn’t Stand the Man.”

In a tell-all interview that’s making waves across the wrestling world, Randy Orton—a third-generation WWE superstar and one of the most respected veterans in the game—has finally come clean about something fans have long suspected:

WWE superstars didn’t like Hulk Hogan.
And according to Orton, it wasn’t about jealousy. It was about who Hogan really was behind the curtain.

“He was the icon, no doubt. But behind the scenes? A manipulator, a spotlight hog, and one of the most selfish guys to ever walk into a locker room,” Orton said bluntly.

🧼 The Clean Image vs. Backstage Reality

For decades, Hulk Hogan was the red-and-yellow symbol of American wrestling—preaching loyalty, prayers, and vitamins. But Orton says that image was strictly for cameras.

“He played the hero perfectly, but it was all performance. Off-camera, Hogan made it clear that it was always about him. You didn’t work with him—you worked under him.”

Orton claims Hogan constantly lobbied to stay on top, even when it meant sabotaging the careers of younger, more deserving talent.

💥 Burying Young Talent — A Pattern

Randy detailed multiple instances where Hogan used his creative control to block rising stars from overtaking him in the spotlight:

“He saw fresh talent as a threat, not as the future. He did it to Bret [Hart], he did it to Savage, and by the time I came in—he was still doing it. He’d walk into meetings and say, ‘Brother, we can’t let the kid go over. Not yet.’”

Orton revealed that Hogan even tried to insert himself into storylines during the Ruthless Aggression Era, long after his prime had passed.

“He’d pitch these insane ideas where he was still the center of attention. Even when guys like me, Cena, and Batista were carrying the company. He didn’t want to pass the torch. He wanted to die with it in his hand.”

🧊 No Brotherhood, No Loyalty

According to Orton, one of the biggest reasons WWE stars resented Hogan was his complete lack of loyalty to the locker room.

“He was never one of us. The locker room was a family—even with all the drama, there was respect. But Hogan? He came in, acted like a god, got what he wanted, and left. He didn’t ride the bus. He didn’t shake hands. He barely spoke unless the cameras were rolling.”

🔕 Why Orton Stayed Silent Until Now

When asked why he never spoke out until now, Randy admitted:

“There’s a code in this business. You don’t trash legends publicly. But sometimes, the silence protects the wrong people. Hogan’s public image is a lie, and a lot of guys suffered because of it.”

😤 Other Wrestlers Back Orton’s Words

Since Orton’s comments went public, several retired wrestlers have hinted at the same frustrations:

CM Punk once described Hogan as “the fakest guy in the business.”

Edge alluded to being “politicked out of a major angle” when Hogan returned in 2005.

Even Stone Cold Steve Austin has said, “We were never close. He didn’t exactly make an effort.”

🕊️ Final Thoughts: Legacy vs. Truth

Randy Orton was clear—he’s not trying to erase Hogan’s accomplishments. He’s just ready to end the myth.

“He helped build the house. But he made sure no one else ever felt at home in it. And if that makes people hate me for speaking the truth, so be it.”

Hulk Hogan may be remembered as the most famous wrestler of all time—but according to Orton, he was also one of the most hated among his peers.

And now, the wrestling world finally knows why.

Disclaimer: This blog post is fictional and for entertainment purposes only. No official statements from Randy Orton or WWE confirm these events or quotes as factual.