5 facts you didn't know about Hulk Hogan

#2. The Richard Belzer incident

For the longest time, professional wrestlers and fans alike have had to endure the same question over and over again. "You know it's fake, right"? It's plagued the WWE Universe for decades now, and throughout the years we've seen various performers attempt to explain their profession to reporters, talk show hosts, and the like.

There are various notorious encounters and conversations that have been broadcast across the airwaves. The infamous episode of "Politically Incorrect" with Bill Maher and WCW stars definitely comes to mind. However, a much earlier interview involving Hulk Hogan got a bit...physical.

On an episode of "Hot Properties" hosted by 80's comedian Richard Belzer, who in all fairness was actually being a pretty good sport, had Hulk Hogan and Mr. T on to promote WrestleMania. During the interview, he asked Hogan to show him some wrestling moves.

Unfortunately, Hogan had him in a front chin lock for just a little too long, causing him to pass out. When Hogan let go, Belzer cracked his skull open on the floor. Luckily, Belzer recovered. He would later sue the WWF and Hogan, with the two parties settling out in court.