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Popular WWE wrestler Chelsea Green made an announcement on Friday night revealing her decision to take a break from social media following criticism she faced for her comments about the late pro wrestling legend Hulk Hogan.
Green, like many others in the wrestling community, expressed her condolences upon Hogan’s passing. During an appearance on CBS News’ 24/7 show, Green referred to Hogan as an “absolute icon” despite his controversial political views.
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan greets the crowd during the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) Crown Jewel pay-per-view at the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh on November 2, 2018. (Fayez NureldineE/AFP via Getty Images)
Hogan had previously voiced his support for President Donald Trump and faced backlash for making racist remarks in leaked audio recordings, which led to a decline in his popularity among some wrestling fans.
The backlash Green received for her comments about Hogan prompted her to address the situation in a public post.
“A significant part of my role at @WWE involves engaging w the public & responding to questions, often on live platforms,” Green wrote on X. “Yesterday, I was asked to comment on Hulk Hogan on live tv. Let me be clear: my stance on racism is unwavering. I do not condone it—period.
“If my response (or tweet) seemed dismissive of real concerns, I sincerely apologize. That was never my intention. I tried to acknowledge a death respectfully, even when the legacy is complicated. I am learning one day at a time and will continue to learn.”
Chelsea Green salutes the crown while in action with Tiffany Stratton during SmackDown at Scotiabank Arena on February 28, 2025 in Toronto, Canada. (Michael Marques/WWE via Getty Images)
The negative responses continued to pour in, prompting Green to step away from social media entirely.
“I’ve tried to keep my page positive and comedic, but today, a lot changed… and it hit harder than I expected. The name calling, the death threats, the faceless accounts,” she added.
“Social media was supposed to be a fun place and it hasn’t been for a while. It’s been overwhelming and I need to step away for a little bit.”
Hogan passed away on Thursday following a potential cardiac event at his residence in Florida.
FILE – Professional wrestler Hulk Hogan speaks during the final day of the Republican National Convention Thursday, July 18, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
He was honored by the sports entertainment community, with WWE paying tribute to him on “Friday Night SmackDown” through a video showcasing his wrestling achievements and a 10-bell salute.
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