Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart Dead at 63: Social Media Reaction
Sad news out of the wrestling world today as Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart, best known for being a member of the iconic tag team The Hart Foundation alongside Bret “Hit Man” Hart, has passed away at the age of 63.
WWE confirmed the news via their website, with TMZ Sports stating Neidhart suffered “a medical emergency at a home in Florida.” No further details regarding a cause of death are known at this time.
Notably, Neidhart’s wrestling legacy has continued on with his daughter, Natalya, who has been part of WWE’s main roster since 2008.
Many figures in the wrestling world took to social media to pay their respects once the news broke.
Stunned and saddened. I just don’t have the words right now. pic.twitter.com/fcO8Skuuhz
— Bret Hart (@BretHart) August 13, 2018
https://twitter.com/mauroranallo/status/1029020516101672965
So sorry to hear about the death of Jim Neidhart. My best to all of his family
— Dave Meltzer (@davemeltzerWON) August 13, 2018
The only thing bigger than his on-screen character was his heart.
— Triple H (@TripleH) August 13, 2018
Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart loved performing with & spending time with his family...and he made us all smile while doing it.
Thinking of @NatbyNature, @TJWilson, & the entire Hart family during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/ahWuWGXInv
ONE OF MY OLDEST FRIENDS IN THE BUSINESS JIM NEIDHART. WE TRAVEL TOGETHER I LOVE HIM FOREVER LIKE A BROTHER. GOD BLESS FAMILY I NEVER FORGET YOU BUBBA. pic.twitter.com/lt1dE8QOvt
— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) August 13, 2018
It is terrible I just heard Jim Neidhart passed away. I just pray for his family to get through this.Jim was a great friend and I will really miss him.
— Demolition Smash (@RealDemoSmash) August 13, 2018
RIP Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. He grew up in SoCal, attending Newport Harbor High in Newport Beach and then UCLA before going to the NFL and Calgary for wrestling training. Made his first Southern California wrestling appearance in 1985. Thoughts are with his friends and family. pic.twitter.com/YPDv6IOro4
— SoCal UNCENSORED (@socaluncensored) August 13, 2018
R.I.P. Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. My heartfelt condolences to his family. Jim stood out in a unique world with one of a kind personalities.
— Bruce Prichard (@bruceprichard) August 13, 2018
My condolences to @NatbyNature & her family over the loss of her father, Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart. My thoughts, prayers & heart are with you, Nattie.
— MATT HARDY (@MATTHARDYBRAND) August 13, 2018
I've worked with hundreds in the wrestling business. Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart was no doubt one of the most underrated of all time. Great wrestler, great entertainer, phenomenal human being. Thank you for all you did for us. pic.twitter.com/D8pU9WXJLU
— Vince Russo (@THEVinceRusso) August 13, 2018
https://twitter.com/courtbauer/status/1029019721281232902
Really sorry to hear about the passing of Jim The Anvil Neidhart. Such a charismatic dude- and 1/2 of one of the greatest tag teams ever. https://t.co/GNg0DPSmkG
— Sam Roberts (@notsam) August 13, 2018
If you couldn't like Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart your the one with the problem. You didn't to always agree with him but if this guy would give the shirt off his back. He was a tremendous athlete. Track and... https://t.co/M26hWaX4vc
— Gene Okerlund (@TheGeneOkerlund) August 13, 2018
So sad to hear Jim The Anvil Neidhart has passed away 😞 Brian Blair who runs Cauliflower Alley broke the news. He had a lot of issues but he was brilliant in the Hart Foundation. Might have to stick on some of their stuff later. RIP Anvil. pic.twitter.com/OWftLB0lM0
— Kenny McIntosh 🏳️🌈 (@KennyMcITR) August 13, 2018
Jim Neidhart was a big part of my love for professional wrestling growing up. He was the perfect high energy powerhouse to back up the technical prowess of Bret Hart as one half of the Hart Foundation and it's incredibly sad to hear of his passing. RIP. pic.twitter.com/SUf4Vs0MaG
— Adam Pacitti (@adampacitti) August 13, 2018
Rest in peace Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. Heaven is turning into one heck of a Pay Per View.#JimNeidhart #TeamChyna pic.twitter.com/7bfESuXqMv
— Chyna (@ChynaJoanLaurer) August 13, 2018
Devastating news Jim Neidhart my friend has passed away!! I can hardly believe it. Rest In Peace Brother until we meet again !!!
— Brutus Beefcake (@brutusbeefcake_) August 13, 2018
https://twitter.com/OfficialTAZ/status/1029024363893415937
Jim Neidhart was a great athlete
— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) August 13, 2018
He was the power & strength of
The Hart Foundation
I loved their finishing maneuver
Celebrate his life
Watch his matches today
My heart hurts for his daughters, wife & @TJWilson
There is only one#Anvil pic.twitter.com/pFvfDHtN8S
Jim Neidhart headlined one of the two events I promoted early in my career, and gave the world a wonderful human being in his daughter @NatbyNature. My deepest condolences to her, @TJWilson, and the entire Hart family. https://t.co/krtC0hFVUE
— Jason Ayers (Blue Check Of Shame Foisted Upon Me) (@JasonAyersWWE) August 13, 2018
Saddened To Hear Jim Neidhart Has Passed. My Prayers Are With His Families. Guess God Needed An “Anvil” Angel RIP Jim🙏🏻
— SGT SLAUGHTER (@_SgtSlaughter) August 13, 2018
https://twitter.com/Ligero1/status/1029021033813225472
RIP old friend. Jim Neidhart lived and loved our business. Nothing but love for you and your family. All love. pic.twitter.com/goeGkKbUPY
— Virgil (@TheRealVirgil) August 13, 2018
Incredibly saddened to hear the news about Jim Neidhart. His intensity and athleticism went far beyond powerhouse, grabbing my attention and keeping me firmly glued to the screen as a young wrestling fan. #RIPAnvil pic.twitter.com/4ti94uFpir
— Sam Driver (@thesamdriver) August 13, 2018
https://twitter.com/EBischoff/status/1029024319186190336
Shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of Jim Neidhart. The #HartFoundation were the greatest of all time. My thoughts are with @NatbyNature @TJWilson and the rest of the Hart family. #RIPAnvil
— Sheamus (@WWESheamus) August 13, 2018
My Good Friend Jim Neidhart, A World Class Athlete And A Man Among Men. Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/JSmdpZ9YZ1
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) August 13, 2018
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Erica Banas is a rock/classic rock blogger that loves the smell of old vinyl in the morning.
