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.

Jeffrey Nero Hardy, best known as Jeff Hardy, is a highly acclaimed American professional wrestler currently signed to TNA, where he's a TNA World Tag Team Champion. He also makes appearances in WWE's NXT brand. Prior to TNA, he was a prominent figure in AEW. Renowned for his daring, high-flying wrestling style, Hardy is celebrated as one of the greatest and most innovative performers of his generation.

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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, who is known as Jeff Hardy was born.

1987: Death of Jeff Hardy's mother

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

1998: First Tattoo

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

1998: The Hardy Brothers Sign with WWF and Train at Funkin' Dojo

In 1998, after catching the eyes of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and being signed to a contract, the Hardy brothers were trained by Dory Funk Jr. in his Funkin' Dojo.

1999: Meeting 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. They met at a club in Southern Pines, North Carolina.

2003: Formation of PeroxWhy?Gen

In 2003, Jeff Hardy formed a band called PeroxWhy?Gen with members of Burnside 6 and Shannon Moore.

2003: The Hardy Boyz Release Autobiographical Book

In 2003, Jeff Hardy, along with his brother Matt, co-wrote an autobiographical book of memoirs titled "The Hardy Boyz".

March 15, 2008: Hardy's Home Burns Down

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

September 11, 2009: Arrested on Drug Charges

On September 11, 2009, Jeff Hardy was arrested on charges of drug trafficking in controlled prescription pills and possession of anabolic steroids after a search of his house yielded various controlled substances and drug paraphernalia.

August 2010: Pregnancy Announcement

In August 2010, Jeff Hardy announced that Beth Britt was pregnant with the couple's first child.

October 20, 2010: Birth of First Daughter, Ruby Claire Hardy

In August 2010, Jeff Hardy announced that Beth Britt was pregnant with their first child. Their daughter, Ruby Claire Hardy, was born on October 20, 2010.

2010: Twist of Fate Renamed to Twist of Hate

During his time as a heel in 2010, Jeff Hardy renamed the Twist of Fate to the Twist of Hate.

March 9, 2011: Hardy and Britt Get Married

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

March 2011: Events of March 2011

In March 2011, Jeff Hardy experienced an event that TNA later referred to as part of his "road to redemption."

September 8, 2011: Sentenced on Drug Charges

On September 8, 2011, Jeff Hardy was sentenced to ten days in jail, 30 months of probation, and a fine of $100,000 for his drug charges. He served his jail sentence from October 3 to 14, 2011.

December 31, 2015: Birth of Second Daughter, Nera Quinn Hardy

On December 31, 2015, Jeff Hardy and Beth Britt's second child, a daughter named Nera Quinn Hardy, was born.

March 10, 2018: Arrested for Driving While Impaired

On March 10, 2018, Jeff Hardy was arrested and charged in Concord, North Carolina, for driving while impaired. He allegedly hit 105 feet of guardrail before spinning out, causing $8,000 of damage to his car and $5,000 to the guardrail.

July 14, 2019: Arrested for Public Intoxication

On July 14, 2019, Jeff Hardy was arrested in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, for public intoxication.

March 14, 2020: Hardy Reveals New Tattoo

On March 14, 2020, Jeff Hardy revealed a new tattoo on his back.

June 14, 2022: Arrested for DUI and License Violations

On June 14, 2022, Jeff Hardy was arrested in Volusia County, Florida, for driving with a suspended license, violating license restrictions requiring an Ignition Interlock Device, and felony DUI. He was suspended without pay by AEW and required to complete alcohol rehabilitation and maintain sobriety to return.

February 2023: Sentenced for DUI and License Violations

In February 2023, Jeff Hardy was sentenced for his June 14, 2022, arrest, receiving a 38-day jail sentence (already served), two years of probation, $4,500 in court fees, a 10-year suspension on his driver's license, two years with an ignition interlock device, a 90-day vehicle impoundment, a court-mandated school or DUI program, and community service.