Jeff Hardys 2008 run wasnt just legendary in WWE it sparked a movement that fans are still talking about nearly two decades later.
During a new interview on Muscle Memory, Hardy leaned into the viral claim that he was bigger than Obama at the time and says hes proud of it. Asked directly to reflect on the now-iconic phrase, Jeff didnt shy away. He embraced the moment and admitted the fan sentiment wasnt just a meme it came from somewhere real.
Host Malcolm added a personal touch, telling Jeff that during a mock election as a kid, he actually wrote in Jeff Hardys name instead of voting for the presidential candidates.
Matt Hardy then jumped in to confirm that the phrase BTO short for Bigger Than Obama has taken on a life of its own among die-hard wrestling fans.
Jeff doubled down on how far the phrase has traveled, sharing a recent interaction with a fan across the world.
Jeff Hardys 2008 WWE run saw him capture the imagination of an entire generation of fans, many of whom saw him as the alternative to the status quo. Now, years later, its clear that legacy still holds weightnot just in America, but worldwide.
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