Hulk Hogan coming to Champaign to promote Real American Beer

Sep. 17—CHAMPAIGN — Hulk Hogan of WWE fame is coming to Champaign in just a few days.

Real American Beer, a brand co-founded by Hogan, has announced that it is expanding its footprint to Illinois. Hogan is holding a three-day tour to promote the launch, which includes three stops in Champaign on Friday:

* 2 to 4 p.m. at County Market, 331 E. Stoughton St.

* 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Red Lion, 211 E. Green St.

* 7 to 9 p.m. at Kam's, 102 E. Green St.

"I've got some unforgettable memories from my time wrestling in this state — like the Rosemont Horizon in '85, where I defended the WWF championship," Hogan said. "Now, I'm back with Real American Beer, and we're here to make history once again."

Fans will have a chance to meet the team, sample beer and win merchandise at the events, company officials said. Additionally, the Real American RV will be at KAMS Bar at 7 p.m. Friday for a Tailgate Viewing Party.

Illinois marks the 12th state in Real American Beer's expansion.