Hulk Hogan Netflix documentary details his lowest point during 2009 divorce

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22 Apr 2026 • 9:48 PM MYT
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Hulk Hogan Netflix documentary details his lowest point during 2009 divorce

  • Hulk Hogan, who passed away last July aged 71, discussed reaching his lowest point during his bitter divorce from his first wife, Linda, in his final interview.
  • The wrestling icon is the subject of a new four-part Netflix documentary series, "Hulk Hogan: Real American", which features this interview.
  • Hogan recounted the media storm surrounding his 2009 divorce and a controversial Rolling Stone interview where he expressed understanding for O.J. Simpson's rage, a statement he later regretted.
  • He described spiralling into drinking and pill use after the controversy, reaching a point where he contemplated suicide.
  • The documentary also includes an interview with Donald Trump, who comments on Hogan's controversial nature.
  • If you are experiencing feelings of distress, or are struggling to cope, you can speak to the Samaritans, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI), email jo@samaritans.org, or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branch.
  • If you are based in the USA, and you or someone you know needs mental health assistance right now, call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org to access online chat from the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. This is a free, confidential crisis hotline that is available to everyone 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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