Chelsea Green, a WWE superstar and frequent on-screen personality, announced Friday night that she was stepping away from social media following widespread criticism over comments she made regarding the late Hulk Hogan.
Green’s remarks came shortly after the news broke that Hogan had died on Thursday.
The 70-year-old wrestling legend reportedly suffered a cardiac event at his home in Florida.
WWE and the broader professional wrestling community responded quickly with tributes honoring Hogan’s decades-long career.
During an appearance on CBS News’ 24/7 streaming program, Green was asked to reflect on Hogan’s legacy.
She described Hogan as an “absolute icon” in the sport, while also acknowledging that he held “polarizing political views.”
Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, was one of the most recognizable figures in professional wrestling.
He was a multiple-time world champion, main-evented some of WWE’s biggest shows, and became a household name during the 1980s and 1990s.
His catchphrases, theme music and larger-than-life persona helped popularize the industry worldwide. However, Hogan’s reputation was damaged by controversies in his personal life.
In 2015, leaked audio surfaced in which Hogan made racially charged remarks.
As a result, WWE terminated its contract with Hogan, and he was removed from the