Former WWE wrestler Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart, best known as part of The Hart Foundation tag team in the 80’s and 90’s, has died, WWE officials confirmed Monday in a statement.
WWE is saddened to learn that Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart has passed away. https://t.co/Isxv3ElA3Y
— WWE (@WWE) August 13, 2018
Neidhart played football with the Oakland Raiders and the Dallas Cowboys before launching his wrestling career. He earned his nickname after winning an anvil throwing contest.
He married Ellie Hart, the daughter of WWE Hall of Famer Stu Hart, before joining the WWE. As part of The Hart Foundation, Neidhart wrestled alongside his brother-in-law, Bret "Hit Man" Hart.
He is survived by his wife and three daughters, including Natalie Neidhart, who wrestles in the WWE under the stage name "Natalya."
Friends, fans and fellow wrestlers took to Twitter to share condolences Monday.
Stunned and saddened. I just don’t have the words right now. pic.twitter.com/fcO8Skuuhz
— Bret Hart (@BretHart) August 13, 2018
So sad to announce the passing of my friend and longtime colleague, Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. Your thoughts and prayers for the family are deeply appreciated! @CACReunion @JimValley @allan_cheapshot @mattfarmer93 @WrestlingIWF @davemeltzerWON @SlamSports @jumpinjbrunzell
— B Brian Blair 🇺🇸 (@Killerbee1B) 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
Sad to hear about the passing of Jim Neidhart. Condolences to his family, friends and fans. Jim was an important part of the landscape during one of the most important periods in the industry. RIP Jim,
— Eric Bischoff (@EBischoff) 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
Rest in Peace Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. My condolences to Natalya and her entire family. We all know from Total Divas how much Nattie took care of him and how he struggled. pic.twitter.com/7ZAzSeXt6l
— #Vindictive (@TheVindictive) August 13, 2018
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