If you’ve ever had even a passing interest in wrestling, you know Hulk Hogan’s entrances are a whole mood. From waving flags like he’s the captain of Team America to dropping iconic theme songs that get every wrestling fan humming, Hogan knows how to make an entrance. Whether he’s strutting into a packed arena or surprising the crowd with a comeback, each moment is pure entertainment gold.
Now, looking back after his passing, these entrances remind us just how big a legend he truly was. So buckle up, because we’re diving into some of Hogan’s most unforgettable entrances over the years. “Let’s get ready to rumble!”
Hulk Hogan vs. Nikolai Volkoff – WWE Championship Flag Match (1985)
Classic Hulkamania vibes, folks. Hogan’s strutting out like he owns America (which, honestly, he kinda does in wrestling). Waving that flag like it’s nobody’s business, while the crowd eats it up. You gotta love the ’80s patriotism turned wrestling spectacle; it’s cheesy, it’s loud, and yep, it works. Plus, the “Real American” anthem? Instant goosebumps every time.
Hulk Hogan vs. André the Giant – WrestleMania III Entrance (1987)
If you don’t get pumped watching this, are you even human? The Silverdome is packed tighter than my inbox after a deadline. Hogan’s rocking yellow and red like it’s a fashion statement (spoiler: it is), and the crowd is legit losing their minds. This is the definition of “moment,” and yeah, Hulkamania was at its absolute peak here.
Hulk Hogan WCW Nitro Entrance (1997)
Hogan’s 1997 WCW entrance has that classic Hulkamania swagger but with a ’90s twist: think big pyrotechnics, epic lighting, and a crowd that still absolutely loves him. This is the era when Hogan was mixing it up with the nWo drama and showing he could still command the spotlight like no other. Basically, Hogan proving legends don’t fade; they just get louder.
Hulk Hogan Entrance with “Voodoo Child” Theme (2002)
Hogan swapped “Real American” for Hendrix’s “Voodoo Child,” which is a vibe. It’s like he got a new playlist and said, “Yeah, this works.” Crowd’s hyped but also kind of side-eyeing, like, “Is this the Hulkamania we know?” Still, the dude’s got swagger, and that intensity hasn’t faded one bit. You get the sense he’s having fun with it; and honestly, so are we.
Hulk Hogan’s WrestleMania 21 Return (2005)
Cue the nostalgia train because this one hits you right in the feels. Hogan strolls back into WrestleMania like a legend returning home… because that’s exactly what he is. The crowd’s practically vibrating with excitement, and you can almost hear every Hulkamaniac screaming “Whatcha gonna do?” Yep, Hulkamania was alive and well in 2005. And we were here for every second of it.
Hulk Hogan Entrance with “Real American” Theme (2005)
Back to basics with this one. No fancy gimmicks, just Hogan doing his thing with the classic “Real American” pumping through the speakers. It’s like your favorite old hoodie: comfortable, reliable, and instantly puts you in a good mood. The crowd’s loving it, and so am I. Some things never go out of style, and Hulkamania is definitely one of them.
Hulk Hogan Returns to WWE SmackDown (2014)
Surprise, surprise: Hogan’s back and the crowd is losing it like he just dropped the hottest new single. This entrance feels like the perfect remix: classic Hogan vibes with a fresh production twist. Everyone, from the OG fans to the newbies, is eating it up. Honestly, if Hulkamania were a pizza, this would be the extra cheese and pepperoni combo… totally loaded and totally delicious.
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Hulk Hogan’s Greatest Entrance Videos Over the Years