A FITNESS influencer has apologized over a Hulk Hogan tribute.
And he sent a cryptic message which sparked fears he’s about to quit social media.
Joey Swoll apparently quit social media over a Hulk Hogan backlash[/caption]
WWE icon Hulk Hogan died last week at age 71[/caption]
Joey Swoll has more than eight million followers on TikTok under his “Gym Positivity” brand.
He released a video to his fans this week with an apology.
It was related to the death of WWE legend Hulk Hogan at age 71.
“I owe my followers, my community, and all of social media an apology,” Swoll said.
“A few days ago, I reposted an old video of me in the gym wearing a Hulk Hogan costume on the day he passed.
“Last night in my live stream, a lot of people expressed how upset and frustrated they were with me.
“Instead of listening and understanding like I should have, I became defensive and said that I was posting to celebrate the wrestling icon, the person that so many of us looked up to as kids.
“I didn’t know the extent of all the horrible things that he had done.
“Since last night, I’ve done a lot of research and learned all of the horrible things that man has done.
“Which is way more than just making a mistake and being human.
“I have taken the video down, and I apologize to anyone that I have offended.”
Hogan died from cardiac arrest at home in Clearwater, Florida on July 24.
Tributes poured in from the likes of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, President Donald Trump and former WWE boss Vince McMahon.
But Swoll later sent a message on X, where he has more than one million followers.
And his note sparked fears that he was quitting social media.
Hulk Hogan tributes
Tributes have poured in for Hulk Hogan following his death at 71 years old.
“When I nearly lost my dad 8 years ago, one of the few people who was there for all of it was Hulk Hogan. My heart breaks for Nick and Brooke. Rest in peace, brother.” – Charlotte Flair
“Saddened To Hear About The Passing of Hulk Hogan…I Guess God Needed An Incredible Angel. R.I.P. My Friend.” – Sergeant Slaughter
“He Was One Of The First To Visit Me When I Was In The Hospital With A 2% Chance Of Living, And He Prayed By My Bedside. Hulk Also Lent Me Money When Reid Was Sick. Hulkster, No One Will Ever Compare To You! Rest In Peace My Friend!” – Ric Flair
“WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans.” – WWE
“R.I.P to a legend. HULK HOGAN.” – Donald Trump Jr.
“Hulk Hogan was a great American icon. One of the first people I ever truly admired as a kid. The last time I saw him we promised we’d get beers together next time we saw each other. The next time will have to be on the other side, my friend! Rest in peace.” – Vice President JD Vance
He said, “All the good I’ve done, all the people I’ve helped, all for nothing.
“I truly hope all the people I’ve inspired do great things in their life and pay it forward to help others and carry on my message.
“But no matter how much good you do, people just wait for a reason to hate you and tear you down.
“You either die a hero, or live long enough to be the villain.
“Thank you for your support. I am done.”
