WWE moved quickly to honor Hulk Hogan after his death, and new footage shows how the company handled those emotional first moments behind the scenes. In the docuseries Hulk Hogan: Real American, newly released footage shows Paul Triple H Levesque addressing WWE staff and talent during a meeting held shortly after Hogan passed away in July 2025. The meeting focused on how the company would pay tribute to one of the most influential figures in wrestling history. While speaking to those gathered, Triple H acknowledged Hogans impact on the industry and made it clear that WWE intended to honor his legacy despite the ups and downs that marked his life and career. Triple H continued by reflecting on Hogans complicated legacy while stressing that his importance to wrestling could not be denied. He then explained just how significant Hogans role was in shaping modern professional wrestling, suggesting the industry might look very different today without him. Triple H also laid out the plan for WWEs televised tribute, confirming that the company would open the show with a traditional 10-bell salute featuring the entire roster while also making it clear participation would not be forced. The footage offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how WWE leadership handled the immediate aftermath of Hogans death and organized one of the companys most significant tribute moments. With new details continuing to surface from the docuseries, it sheds more light on how WWE balanced honoring Hogans legacy while recognizing the complexities of his public image. G Add as a preferred source on Google
