Things just got real between Matt and Reby Hardyand it all started with a name drop gone wrong.
During a recent appearance on Kai Cenats massive live stream, Matt Hardy was asked where fans could find his wife online. Instead of pointing viewers to her known persona Reby Hardy or her massive TikTok presence as Gothic Babys mom, Matt gave a name that blindsided his wife: Rebecca Hardy.
Reby took to Instagram with a fiery post, expressing her disappointment and feeling betrayed by someone who shouldve had her back. According to her, the name Rebecca Hardy is one she has never used in any personal or professional settingand hearing it on the biggest stream in the world hit hard.
Reby explained that the moment stung deeper than any random online hate. Shes always put Matt and his brand firsteven if it made her look like a clownso the public misstep felt personal.
She also provided context for why this meant so much, explaining that streaming was how she got her start in content creation.
Reby insisted this wasnt about gaining followers or chasing viewsit was about feeling seen by the one person who should know her better than anyone.
Despite the misstep, fans in the live chat knew who she was. Many shouted her out by her real handles, and Reby thanked those who stepped up to show support.
Matt Hardy responded quickly to the backlash, pushing back on the idea that he deliberately disrespected his wife. He pointed to multiple moments in the stream where he claims he mentioned her and their brand, House Hardy, which was pinned in the chat.
While its not the first time the couple has had drama play out online, this particular issue strikes at something deeperprofessional respect and recognition between partners. Reby made it clear she felt this wasnt just a flub, but something more hurtful.
In the end, this moment showed how even small missteps can hit hard when they come from someone close. Hopefully, Matt and Reby can talk this out and find common ground, but for now, the internet has plenty to say about it.
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