The Hardy Boyz were away from WWE for about eight years before returning at WrestleMania 33 in April 2017. Their comeback was widely described as happening after an eight-year absence, with reports noting they were last in WWE in 2009 before returning on April 2, 2017.

Quick context

  • Their surprise return took place at WrestleMania 33 on April 2, 2017.
  • Coverage of the moment repeatedly refers to it as an 8-year return.
  • One report notes both members were last in WWE in 2009, which lines up with that eight-year gap.

Plain answer

So the simple answer is: roughly 8 years.