WWE's new Hulk Hogan partnership announced as Netflix premiere appearance confirmed
The WWE and Hulk Hogan have reunited once again as the wrestling giant prepares for its massive Netflix debut.
And they have agreed a partnership over one of America's great pastimes: beer. Mr America's Real American Beer has been announced as an official sponsor of World Wrestling Entertainment. The multi-year deal will see branding for the beverage featured prominently on WWE Monday Night Raw each, including the once sacred ring mat. In return the professional wrestling company will become a minority owner in the beer company.
“Hulk Hogan has done a tremendous job introducing an exciting, new product to a competitive marketplace,” said Grant Norris-Jones, Executive Vice President & Head of Global Partnerships for TKO. “We are excited to unlock a new partnership category and to showcase Real American Beer in front of Netflix’s global audience.”
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But WWE execs and Hogan won't be cracking open a cold one to celebrate the partnership, but instead Hulkamania will be making an appearance at the landmark Raw Netflix Premiere, hosted in Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. On January 7 (UK time), WWE is set to enter its new era officially closing its decades-long partnership with the USA Network.
The Rock also confirmed to appear at the grand premiere with Hogan. According to a recent report from Dr. Chris Featherstone on X, The Rock, and Hogan will return to the show to cut promos. He said: "The Rock’s involvement on the show is that he will be cutting a promo – Hulk Hogan is scheduled to appear, he will be cutting a promo as well – John Cena will also be appearing and cutting a promo to hype his farewell tour. WWE is really focused on making this a PLE-quality show to kick off the partnership .”