WWE Superstar Jey Uso received a touching message from JoJo Offerman, the widow of the late Bray Wyatt, following his poignant entrance at WWE Backlash held in France.
During the WWE Backlash event in France, Jey Uso was in the spotlight as he made a bid for the World Heavyweight Championship against Damian Priest. His entrance was illuminated not only by the energy of the crowd but also by the “fireflies”—a term coined by fans as a tribute to the late Bray Wyatt, who used a similar spectacle during his own entrances. Uso referenced this homage in a tweet, calling himself “The Yeeter of Worlds,” a nod to Wyatt’s persona. Wyatt’s fireflies have become a way for fans to honor his memory.
In a conversation on The Battleground Podcast, Jey Uso shared the heartfelt reaction Jojo Offerman had upon seeing the fans’ tribute. “I think mostly I was validated [with how] Jojo, Bray Wyatt’s wife, had texted me and said how much she was emotional watching,” Uso recounted. “She saw clips of it on YouTube. That let me know right there, alright, I’m gonna keep it. I hope it sticks with me, man. I never asked for it. They did it, and I just want to keep it with me now.”
The remarkable moment can be watched here:
After a successful win over Ilja Dragunov in the quarterfinals, Jey Uso has progressed to the semi-finals of the King of the Ring tournament. He is set to go up against Gunther in the upcoming episode of WWE RAW on May 20.
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FAQ Section
Who is Jey Uso?
Jey Uso is a professional wrestler currently signed with WWE. He is part of The Usos tag team with his brother Jimmy Uso.
What is special about Jey Uso’s entrance at WWE Backlash France?
Jey Uso’s entrance at WWE Backlash France was made special by the fans using their phones as “fireflies”, a tribute to the late Bray Wyatt, during his entrance to the ring.
Who is Bray Wyatt?
Bray Wyatt was a charismatic WWE Superstar known for his captivating presence and unique character work, which included the “Firefly Fun House” and “The Fiend” personas. He passed away, leaving a legacy in the wrestling industry.
What did JoJo Offerman text to Jey Uso?
JoJo Offerman, Bray Wyatt’s widow, texted Jey Uso saying she was moved and emotional after seeing the tribute of fireflies from fans during his WWE Backlash France entrance.
What’s next for Jey Uso?
Jey Uso has moved onto the semi-finals of the King of the Ring tournament and is scheduled to face Gunther on the upcoming WWE RAW episode on May 20.
Conclusion
WWE Superstar Jey Uso’s already electrifying presence in the ring was further enhanced in France, where WWE Backlash fans paid homage to the late Bray Wyatt with fireflies during Uso’s entrance. This not only validated Uso’s efforts but also provided comfort and acknowledgment of Wyatt’s impact from his widow, JoJo Offerman. The continued tribute of using fireflies is a testament to the indelible mark Bray Wyatt left on the wrestling industry and its fans. This touching interaction and the memorialization of Wyatt’s character underscore the deep connections formed through the world of professional wrestling.