The Rock Finally Reveals Why WWE Wrestlers Hate Hulk Hogan

The Rock Finally Reveals Why WWE Wrestlers Hate Hulk Hogan
“He Was the Spotlight — But He Never Shared It.”

In a bombshell sit-down that’s shaking the wrestling world, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has finally opened up about one of WWE’s most taboo topics: why so many WWE superstars couldn’t stand Hulk Hogan.

For decades, rumors swirled behind closed doors about Hogan’s ego, political plays, and cutthroat reputation. Now, one of wrestling’s biggest legends has decided to speak out — and he’s not holding back.

“The fans saw the icon. We saw the agenda,” The Rock said. “And a lot of us paid the price for it.”

🎙️ The Truth Behind the Curtain

During an exclusive appearance on the fictional “Broken Ropes” podcast, The Rock described his early encounters with Hulk Hogan — and how quickly admiration turned to frustration.

“When I was a kid watching Hogan, he was the reason I fell in love with wrestling. But once I stepped into the ring with him, I realized it was all about him. Every match. Every promo. Every decision.”

The Rock, who faced Hogan in their legendary match at WrestleMania X8, said it was supposed to be a “passing of the torch.” But behind the scenes?

“He didn’t want to lose. He didn’t want to look weak. Even when the crowd had already moved on, Hogan wanted to be the guy. Always.”

💼 Hogan’s Control Over Creative

The Rock confirmed what many have long suspected: Hogan used backstage influence to protect his status, even if it meant burying younger talent.

“He had creative control. That wasn’t just a contract clause — it was a weapon. If he didn’t like how something made him look, it got changed. Simple as that.”

The result? Rising stars were held down. Storylines were scrapped. Momentum was halted — all to keep Hogan on top.

“He was never building the future. He was just protecting the past — his past.”

😠 The Locker Room Divide

According to The Rock, Hogan didn’t just lose respect — he never earned it.

“In our business, we travel together, we bleed together, we protect each other in the ring. Hogan didn’t do that. He was always isolated, always above it all. Guys resented that.”

He added that while Hogan portrayed brotherhood and loyalty to the fans, behind the curtain he was divisive, self-serving, and unapologetically political.

“You can’t claim to be a leader when no one wants to follow you.”

🧨 Why The Rock Is Speaking Out Now

When asked why he’s revealing this now, The Rock said simply:

“People deserve the full story. He was a legend — yes. But let’s stop pretending he didn’t burn bridges on his way to the top.”

He emphasized that his words weren’t about bitterness, but about setting the record straight for future generations.

“Legacy isn’t just what you build. It’s what you leave behind. And a lot of great men were left behind in Hogan’s shadow.”

🤯 WWE Wrestlers React

Following The Rock’s comments, wrestlers — past and present — have begun to weigh in:

Bret Hart: “Everything he said is the truth. Hogan held the business back.”

John Cena: “I learned what not to be by watching how Hogan handled the spotlight.”

AJ Styles: “We respect what Hogan did for the industry. But we don’t respect how he treated the locker room.”

🕊️ Final Thoughts

The Rock ended the interview with one final mic-drop moment:

“Wrestling isn’t about one man. It never was. Hogan wanted to be the sun — but in the process, he eclipsed everyone else. And that’s why they hated him.”

As fans reconsider Hulk Hogan’s legacy in light of these revelations, one thing’s clear: even the brightest stars can cast the darkest shadows.

Disclaimer: This blog post is a fictional dramatization for entertainment purposes only. The Rock has not made these statements publicly, and no such podcast exists.