The legendary wrestling icon, Hulk Hogan is once more at the center of controversy for prematurely ending a meet and greet during a Montgomery event aimed at advertising his Real American Beer product line.
A number of disappointed supporters, containing kids among them, voiced their disgruntlement, after enduring hours of waiting to have an interaction with the notable MAGA cult personality.
News 12, a recognized media outlet from Hudson Valley , indicated that Hogan dropped out of the meet and greet prematurely. A steady stream of fans recounted their painful wait at the Montgomery event, that was essentially meant to boost publicity for Hogan’s Real American Beer endeavor, with the promise of a meeting with the star himself.
An attendee and fan, Robert Taylor hailing from New Windsor, provided the following account to News 12:“The day was filled with anticipation, particularly for my son, who was accompanying me along with my daughter. They capped the number at 200 and we were lucky enough to be 185. My son brought a Pokémon card bearing his image, hoping to get it autographed.”
Taylor’s children, aged 5 and 7, were left with nothing but disappointment afterwards, as Hogan made an unexpected exit. Taylor further stated, “The departure was swift. They just exited swiftly along the back. One lady was shattered, expressing her anger drastically. My son was reduced to tears, and several other kids were in a similar state.”
Hogan has been making appearances in Hudson Valley to generate buzz around his Real American Beer brand. In honor of his presence, Sue Serino, the Dutchess County Executive, declared last Tuesday as “Hulk Hogan Day” during his Poughkeepsie visit.
A video that Taylor posted on social media reflects the disappointment of the fans, with audible booing and comments like “You’re the worst!” and “Why did you do this?!”
Based on this experience, Taylor stated that he “might not” be trying for another meeting if Hogan decides to return. He concluded, “He could have made a courteous exit, shaking hands and apologizing for needing to leave, rather than abandoning people abruptly.”
DISASTER ON THE HOGAN TOUR: ‘Kids left in tears.’ Hulk Hogan fans left high and dry after hours of wait at a supposedly promised meet-and-greet with the entertainment legend in Orange County, NY. Catch the full story @ 5 on @News12HV. pic.twitter.com/F2FLJTn0BU
— Blaise Gomez (@BlaiseGomez12) March 11, 2025
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