Brooke Hogan Calls Out WWE Following Hulk Hogan’s Passing

Brooke Hogan is speaking out again following the passing of her father, Hulk Hogan, and this time she is addressing fan criticism about her absence from WWE’s televised tributes. In a direct social media post on Wednesday, she made the surprising claim that she was never invited to the events.

The statement was a response to fans who were questioning why she was not present for the shows that honored her father’s legacy. Hulk Hogan passed away on July 24 at the age of 71.

“WWE Did Not Extend An Invite”

In a post to her Instagram Story, Brooke Hogan aimed to shut down the speculation surrounding her noticeable absence from the tribute segments on Raw and SmackDown. She stated that her lack of attendance was not her choice.

“For those of you giving me crap for not attending my Dad’s tributes, @wwe did not extend an invite,” she wrote.

A Family’s Grief In The Public Eye

The Hogan family has lived in the public eye for decades, most notably during their hit VH1 reality show, Hogan Knows Best. This has led to intense fan scrutiny of their every move, especially during this difficult time of grieving. Brooke’s statement is a direct response to that public pressure.

The claim has raised more questions than answers. It is particularly puzzling given that her brother, Nick Hogan, was in attendance at the July 28th edition of WWE Raw in Detroit and was shown on camera. This detail makes the alleged snub of Brooke seem unusual.

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A History With The Company

Brooke Hogan is no stranger to the WWE environment. In 2006, she was part of a major on-screen storyline with her father, which saw her get physically involved in his feud with Randy Orton. Her history as a character on their programming makes her a familiar face to the WWE Universe, adding another layer of confusion as to why she would not be included in the company’s official tributes.

This is the second time in a week that Brooke has felt the need to “clear the narrative.” She previously released a long, emotional statement about her complicated but loving relationship with her father. WWE has not yet publicly responded to her claim.

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