Logan Paul, known for his social media stardom and recent forays into wrestling, added a comedic twist to his WWE SmackDown appearance at Madison Square Garden. The event, held on Friday, saw Paul engage in a lighthearted moment that left fans in stitches.

The social media sensation was in the ring facing off against Santos Escobar when he seized the opportunity to inject some humor into the match. Following a near victory over Escobar, Paul, visibly frustrated yet playful, mimicked a recent viral meme sensation known as “hawk tuah.”

The meme originated from a street interview where a girl, Hailey Welch, humorously responded to a question with the phrase “hawk tuah,” simulating a spitting motion. This incident quickly spread across social media platforms, earning Welch the nickname “Hawk Tuah Girl.”

In a moment of spontaneity, Paul channeled this viral fame by mimicking the infamous “hawk tuah” gesture in the ring, much to the amusement of the live audience and online viewers.

Fans on social media quickly reacted to Paul’s antics, with one user exclaiming, “Logan Paul did a ‘Hawk Tuah’ in the triple threat match and I’m dead.” Another echoed the sentiment, stating, “Logan Paul just did a Hawk Tuah in the ring man this guy is not serious.”

Paul’s ability to blend social media trends with his wrestling persona not only entertained viewers but also showcased his knack for staying relevant in pop culture conversations.

As WWE continues to blend entertainment with athleticism, moments like these highlight the crossover appeal of celebrities like Logan Paul in engaging diverse audiences through humor and familiarity with internet culture.

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