Breaking News: Matt Hardy Released By WWE

WWE has announced that Matt Hardy has been officially released from the company. The WWE statement reads:

“WWE has come to terms on the release of Matt Hardy, effective as of October 15, 2010. WWE wishes Matt Hardy the best in his future endeavors.”

WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has commented on the situation, writing on Twitter:

“WWE has come to terms on the release of Matt Hardy. Know no details just that fact. Good luck to Matt. Probably best 4 all involved.”

Over the past several weeks, Hardy had been documenting his interest in a WWE release in YouTube videos. Hardy is expected to join his brother Jeff in TNA Wrestling.

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