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Hulk Hogan Reveals Steroid Use and Controversies in Netflix Series

4/22/2026

Summary

Story summary

Terry Gene Bollea, known as Hulk Hogan, stars in Netflix's Hulk Hogan: Real American, revealing steroids and controversies.
He says he began steroids in the early 1970s, contradicting claims he relied only on training.
The series covers infidelity with Linda Hogan and a darker period of substance abuse.
U.S. President Donald Trump appears, discussing their friendship and Hogan's controversial persona.
Hogan acknowledges past actions, including racial slurs, and expresses regret.

History

Historical Context

The Anabolic Steroids Control Act of 1990 criminalized non-medical steroid use in response to rising abuse in sports, influenced by athletes like Hulk Hogan, who admitted to steroid use since the early 1970s. This legislation aimed to address health risks and ethical concerns in athletics, marking a significant shift in sports regulations and athlete accountability.

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Story summary

Terry Gene Bollea, known as Hulk Hogan, stars in Netflix's Hulk Hogan: Real American, revealing steroids and controversies.
He says he began steroids in the early 1970s, contradicting claims he relied only on training.
The series covers infidelity with Linda Hogan and a darker period of substance abuse.
U.S. President Donald Trump appears, discussing their friendship and Hogan's controversial persona.
Hogan acknowledges past actions, including racial slurs, and expresses regret.

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