In his book the Best In The World: At What I Have No Idea, Jericho confirms that the two promos and expressions that people remember more than any others in his long and illustrious career are his armbar promo and this random comeback at a fan who insulted him: According to his book, a fan tried to insult Jericho by telling him to, Go back to Toronto. Now, normally this wouldnt be much of an insult, as Jericho has heard far worse over the course of his career. But, something about the match he was in and the nature of the insult that convinced him to at least say something. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o77NwC2TLR8 The match was a Triple Threat Match between Chris Jericho, the Big Show and the Undertaker, and it was for Takers World Heavyweight Championship. Jericho said that, because of it being a match with the Undertaker, the stakes had already been raised, and he was feeling the pressure of facing off against such a legendary opponent. Furthermore, to Jericho, insinuating that being a Canadian is an insult irritated him somewhat, considering how well Canada and the United States get along. Thats why he fired that phrase back at the fan as he was shoving Undertaker back into the ring. Its just one of those random bits of humor that somehow become bigger than theyre supposed to be. Jericho has been told about the expression countless times since he first said it, and many wrestling fans have made jokes about it on wrestling forums. From its simplicity, to the timing, to how Jericho delivered it, its not surprising that fans love this one.
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He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Queen's University in Political Studies and French, and a Master's Degree in Public Administration. He speaks English, French, Polish, a bit of German, and knows some odd words and phrases in half a dozen other languages.
