Hulk Hogan Apologizes for What He Said During His Racist Rant: "This Is Not Who I Am"

The Hulkster is sorry.

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Hulk Hogan is sorry for his racist rant.

Earlier today, we told you about what Hogan reportedly said to a female acquaintance during a sex tape that was released in 2012. Hogan was captured using the N-word on multiple occasions. And according to a statement that he just gave to People, Hogan has both confirmed the legitimacy of the rant and apologized for it.

"Eight years ago, I used offensive language during a conversation," he said in the statement. "It was unacceptable for me to have used that offensive language; there is no excuse for it; and I apologize for having done it. This is not who I am. I believe very strongly that every person in the world is important and should not be treated differently based on race, gender, orientation, religious beliefs, or otherwise. I am disappointed with myself that I used language that is offensive and inconsistent with my own beliefs."

Despite the apology, it doesn't sound like people are going to be quick to offer up any forgiveness. Here's how some folks have reacted to Hogan's apology...

 

 

Hulk Hogan's apology is as weak as his weak ass leg drop

— Broken Whore from Hampton University (@Dzzle_D) July 24, 2015

I like that Hulk Hogan is going with the 'this is not who I am' apology when his racist outburst literally includes "I mean, I am a racist."

— Fictional Character (@the_facts) July 24, 2015

Soooo you can't say what Hulk Hogan did and then give the apology he gave lol. Completely contradictory

— He Who Remains (@theBenefactor_) July 24, 2015

Sorry Hulk Hogan, during times of emotion are when your true feelings show up. No need to apologize. It's you being the real you.

— Miguel (@mdfelder) July 24, 2015

This why Hulk Hogan is FUCKED.. He admitted in private he's racist.. You can't take it back or apologize for that.

— ⁶Mile's Own✊🏿 (@SeanTheTerrible) July 24, 2015

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