Linda Hogan Claims Hulk Hogan Was Violent With Her During Their Marriage

Hulk Hogan's ex-wife Linda appeared on NBC's Today show this morning and was interviewed by Matt Lauer to promote her new tell-all book, "Wrestling With The Hulk."

The most newsworthy part of the interview is Linda claiming that Hulk was physically violent with her during their marriage, a claim we haven't heard from her before.

Here's a recap of her appearance, courtesy of Rajah.com reader Mark Christie, as well as a video clip of the appearance:

- Matt Lauer started off by saying that they reached out to Hulk Hogan, but he had no comment. Linda was asked about her statements that drugs were rampant in the wrestling world during Hulk's career. She said that drugs were always around the house, from painkillers to steroids. According to Linda, Hogan would often become violent, throwing chairs, smashing doors, and choking her.

- Linda stated that "Hogan Knows Best" was good for the family in that it brought them together during tough times. Their marriage ended shortly after the series was finished.
Lauer then asked her about Nick Hogan's role in the accident that seriously injured John Graziano. Linda actually said that the eight months that Nick received was too harsh of a sentence. Ugh! Lauer then concluded the interview by plugging the book.

- Overall, Linda came across as very self absorbed. She took no responsibility for her divorce, placing all the blame on Hogan. Watching her saying that Nick's sentence was too harsh was truly nauseating. It seems that in her eyes, Nick is the golden child who can do no wrong. She showed no concern for Graziano, or his family.?Hopefully, her book will be in the dollar bin soon.

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(Partial Source: NBC.com)