Reports suggest that is prepared to take crosses any boundaries. The reportedly won't hesitate to explore legal avenues if actors and Matt Damon overstep while creating the movie, which centers around his notorious legal feud with Gawker Media. This comes in the wake of reports that the Hollywood duo have secured a screenplay for the project.
However, according to , Hogan has not been in touch with the actors, has no part in the project, and feels "indifferent" about it. Insiders suggest that the professional wrestler would intervene if he believes the film infringes on his privacy rights. Sources say Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, is currently in a positive phase of his life.
He's happily married, has embraced spirituality, and is pursuing an "exciting new business opportunity with his beer". They also mention that Hogan has been involved in "charitable work with homeless shelters" in Tampa, Florida, reports . Earlier this week, Variety reported that Affleck and Damon's production company, Artists Equity, had acquired a screenplay about Hogan's legal battle.
The script is reportedly penned by Charles Randolph and is based on Ryan Holiday's 2018 book Conspiracy: Peter Thiel, Hulk Hogan, Gawker And The Anatomy Of Intrigue. The report also mentioned that Good Will Hunting director Gus Van Sant is slated to direct the film, with rumors suggesting that Affleck may portray Hogan. Hogan emerged victorious in his legal battle against Gawker in March 2016, with a jury ordering the media outlet to pay a staggering $141million in damages for publishing a video of Hulk engaged in sexual activity with then-wife of Bubba the Love Sponge.
Gawker, which ceased operations following the lawsuit, had defended its actions by claiming the footage was newsworthy and protected under the First Amendment. The court ruled that Gawker had infringed upon Hogan's privacy by sharing the tape, and that the wrestling legend had experienced emotional distress due to the leak. Gawker made a comeback under the ownership of Bustle Digital Group in 2021, but was discontinued once more last year.
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