Outrage as Hulk Hogan jokes about 'body-slamming' Kamala Harris while mocking her ethnicity

WWE legend Hulk Hogan made inflammatory remarks about Vice President Kamala Harris while promoting his new beer at a bar in Medina, Ohio
Hulk Hogan asked an Ohio bar crowd if he should body-slam Kamala Harris (Getty Images)
Hulk Hogan asked an Ohio bar crowd if he should body-slam Kamala Harris (Getty Images)

MEDINA, OHIO: Hulk Hogan asked the raucous crowd at a packed Ohio bar on Monday, August 19, if he should "body slam” Vice President Kamala Harris while making derogatory remarks about her ethnicity.

The explosive footage shows the retired professional wrestler, who made an appearance at the Republican National Convention in July, veering into a weird territory while promoting his new beer.



 

Kamala Harris becomes the target of Hulk Hogan's inflammatory jokes

In a clip obtained by TMZ, Hulk Hogan is heard provocatively asking the Thirsty Cowboy crowd, "Want me to body slam somebody? You want me to body slam Kamala Harris? I said, 'Do you want me to body slam Kamala Harris?'"

He further fueled the fire by referencing one of his signature wrestling moves, "You want me to drop a leg on Kamala?" before making an offensive comment about her ethnicity: "Is Kamala a chameleon? Is she Indian?"

WILMINGTON, DELAWARE - NOVEMBER 07:  Vice President-elect Kamala Harris takes the stage before Presi
Kamala Harris has been targeted over her racial identity ever since she announced her presidential bid (Getty Images)

Vice President Harris identifies as a Black and Indian woman. She was born to a Jamaican-American father and an Indian-American mother.

Hogan’s comments included a stereotypical and outdated gesture connected to Native Americans, which he quickly tried to downplay. "I’m gonna get heat for that one, brother," said the WWE legend, before adding, "That was not me, that was the beer talking."

Known for his controversial stunts, Hogan extended his support to Donald Trump at the RNC, where he concluded his speech by ripping off his shirt to reveal a tank top emblazoned with the names of Trump and his running mate JD Vance.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JULY 18: Professional entertainer and wrestler Hulk Hogan rips his shirt as he speaks on stage on the fourth day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 18, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Delegates, politicians, and the Republican faithful are in Milwaukee for the annual convention, concluding with former President Donald Trump accepting his party's presidential nomination. The RNC takes place from July 15-18. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Hulk Hogan ripped his shirt as he spoke on stage on the fourth day of the Republican National Convention (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Hulk Hogan faces backlash over his controversial remarks about Kamala Harris

Hulk Hogan's inflammatory remarks ignited a wave of criticism online.

One said, "He’s such a racist POS. These people are clowns," and another remarked, "Shame on Hulk, he sure has fallen as a man. He used to be respected." 

"Sadly was a big fan of this guy as a kid in the 80s. Obviously is clearly trash," wrote a person, with one more expressing, "Who’s this guy? Will the 80s/90s hulk hogan please stand up." 

"Holy Ship! This guy is toast," commented an individual. "All of these MAGA types need to be exiled," said another frustrated person. 

A netizen stated, "This is all very shocking and surprising behavior," and one more pointed out, "His ignorance and those of the dummies listening to him are on full display. He doesn't know the difference between Native Americans and people of India. You can't fix stupid." 



 



 



 



 



 



 



 



 

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