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Hogan & Mr. T: Unseen Friendship Revealed
16 Sep
Summary
- Hogan recalled bonding with Mr. T on the Rocky III set.
- The duo's friendship led to A-Team appearances and wrestling.
- Mr. T cherished the era as a blessing for hospital visits.
A new Netflix documentary, "Untold Mr. T: I Pity The Fool," features previously unseen archival footage where Hulk Hogan discusses his friendship with Mr. T. Hogan, who passed away in July 2025 at age 71, explained that his bond with the "A-Team" star began on the set of "Rocky III."
This initial connection led to their appearances on "The A-Team" and eventually drew Mr. T into the wrestling ring for events like WrestleMania. Hogan vividly recalled the electrifying atmosphere of the first WrestleMania, highlighting the significance of that moment.
Mr. T, now 74, acknowledged Hogan's knowledge of his high school wrestling background but noted the difference in professional wrestling. He expressed how impactful it was to be part of the main event at Madison Square Garden, alongside figures like Muhammad Ali.
Their shared appearance on "Saturday Night Live" the night before WrestleMania was framed as a humorous escape from rigorous training diets. Hogan humorously warned the cast and audience of potential repercussions if they didn't find laughter.
Though their active collaboration was short-lived, Mr. T views that period as a profound blessing. He explained how the platform it provided enabled him to visit children in hospitals, offering them hope and encouragement to overcome challenges and achieve their potential.
