Early Life and Education of Jeff Hardy: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Jeff Hardy, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Jeff Hardy is an American professional wrestler, currently signed with TNA. He gained prominence through his high-flying, daredevil style and charismatic persona. Hardy achieved significant success in WWE as a multiple-time world champion, Intercontinental Champion, tag team champion (primarily with his brother Matt), and more. He and Matt, as the Hardy Boyz, revolutionized tag team wrestling with their innovative and exciting matches. Beyond WWE, Hardy has also competed in TNA/Impact Wrestling and AEW, where he continued to showcase his unique wrestling style and connect with audiences. Despite facing personal struggles, Hardy has maintained a dedicated fanbase and left a lasting impact on the wrestling world.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles

August 31, 1977: Jeff Hardy's Birth

On August 31, 1977, Jeffrey Nero Hardy, the American professional wrestler, was born.

1987: Death of Mother

In 1987, Jeff Hardy's mother, Ruby Moore Hardy, passed away from brain cancer when Jeff was ten years old.

1998: Jeff Hardy's first tattoo

In 1998, Jeff Hardy got his first tattoo, a dragon, which he hid from his father.

1999: Hardy meets Beth Britt

In 1999, Jeff Hardy met his girlfriend Beth Britt shortly after the Hardy Boyz won the WWF Tag Team Championship for the first time, at a club in Southern Pines, North Carolina.

2003: Release of "The Hardy Boyz"

In 2003, Jeff Hardy, along with his brother Matt, co-wrote an autobiographical book of memoirs titled "The Hardy Boyz", which became a New York Times Best Seller.

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March 15, 2008: Hardy's home burns down

On March 15, 2008, Jeff Hardy's home burned down in a fire. Hardy and his girlfriend Beth were not home, but his dog, Jack, died in the fire.

August 2010: Hardy announces Beth Britt's pregnancy

In August 2010, Jeff Hardy announced that Beth Britt was pregnant with their first child.

October 20, 2010: Ruby Claire Hardy born

On October 20, 2010, Jeff Hardy and Beth Britt's first child, a daughter named Ruby Claire Hardy, was born.

March 9, 2011: Hardy and Britt get married

On March 9, 2011, Jeff Hardy and Beth Britt got married.

August 23, 2011: TNA announces Jeff Hardy's return

On August 23, 2011, TNA announced Jeff Hardy would return to the promotion at the Impact Wrestling tapings on August 25 in Huntsville, Alabama, only five days after Matt Hardy was released from his TNA contract.