Hulk Hogan’s Wrestling Character

The majority of Hogan’s matches during this time involved him wrestling heels who had been booked as unstoppable monsters, using a format which became near-routine: Hogan would deliver steady offense, but eventually lose momentum, seemingly nearing defeat. After being hit with his opponent’s finishing move, he would then experience a sudden second wind, fighting back while “feeding” off the energy of the audience, becoming impervious to attack – a process described as “Hulking up”. His signature maneuvers – pointing at the opponent (which would later be accompanied by a loud “you!” from the audience), shaking his finger to scold him, three punches, an Irish whip, the big boot and running leg drop – would follow and ensure him a victory. That finishing sequence would occasionally change depending on the storyline and opponent; for instance, with “giant” wrestlers, the sequence might involve a body slam.