Hulk Hogan’s Real American Beer may have looked like a smash success when the wrestling icon toured the country promoting it last year, but according to Kevin Nash, things behind the scenes weren’t so rosy.
On his Kliq This podcast, Nash claimed that Hogan’s constant travel and even his decision to endorse Donald Trump may have been tied to the struggles of his beer business.
“He endorsed Donald Trump. He might have wanted exposure, money. He had the beer coming out. It was probably as much a business decision for Terry as it was. The beer was f***** hemorrhaging money, that’s why he was on the road, because it just wasn’t doing well.”*
The launch of Real American Beer had already faced turbulence. Last year, the brand was hit with a lawsuit after a fan was struck on the head with a beer can during an event. Despite those setbacks, Hogan pushed forward with nationwide tours, meeting fans and promoting the product wherever he could.
Ironically, since Hogan’s passing in July, sales of Real American Beer have surged, with reports of the brew selling out nationwide. While Nash’s comments cast light on the immense pressure Hogan may have been under, the question now is whether the beer can sustain its current momentum without the Hulkster himself out on the road.
Do you think Real American Beer will thrive as a tribute to Hulk Hogan, or will it fade without him leading the charge? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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