WWE Shocker! Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart passes away at 63; wrestling world pays tribute on social media
If you're a fan of World Wrestling Entertainment then it will surely hit you.
WWE legend Jim Neidhart, aka 'The Anvil' who joined one of the top tag teams in the 1980s with the passed away at 63.
The incident has shocked everyone in the wrestling industry.
Neidhart died after hitting his head in a fall at his home, the Pasco Sheriff's Office told ESPN. According to ESPN he "succumbed to his injury."
Stunned and saddened. I just don’t have the words right now. pic.twitter.com/fcO8Skuuhz
— Bret Hart (@BretHart) August 13, 2018
Reflecting on the life and legacy of Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart today. My thoughts and those of the entire @WWE family are with @NatbyNature and the Neidhart family. pic.twitter.com/d3zl9uyKkn
— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) 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
Neidhart, Bret 'Hitman' Hart and manager Jimmy 'The Mouth of the South' Hart made up the Hart Foundation stable in the 1980s and 1990s and the tag team won two WWE championships.
"What a great run we had. I couldn't believe how it took off," Jimmy Hart told The Associated Press.
"But the reason why was, Neidhart was such a great character back then. Bret was more cool, the girls loved him. Neidhart and I were kind of the evil twins."
Currently, her daughter, (Natalie), performs at WWE's Raw brand under the name "Natalya."
"Neidhart last competed in WWE in 1997 but his legacy lives on today through his daughter, Natalya, who displays her father’s signature charisma and toughness every time she steps in the ring," WWE said in a press release confirming Neidhart's death.
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My heart breaks for @NatbyNature @TJWilson and the entire Hart Family. The bond Nattie shared with her Dad was SPECIAL in so many different ways 💕 The Legacy of Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart will carry on and heaven gained another angel. #RIPAnvil LOVE YOU Nattie. 🙏🏻
— Charlotte Flair (@MsCharlotteWWE) August 13, 2018
"What a great run we had. I couldn't believe how it took off," Jimmy Hart told The Associated Press.
"But the reason why was, Neidhart was such a great character back then. Bret was more cool, the girls loved him. Neidhart and I were kind of the evil twins."
Currently, her daughter, (Natalie), performs at WWE's Raw brand under the name "Natalya."
My deepest condolences to my Friends @NatbyNature @TJWilson and their family during this very tough time of loss of a family member not only to you all, but to all of the @WWE Family as a whole🙏🏿❤️
— Titus O'Neil (@TitusONeilWWE) August 13, 2018
What a sad last few weeks for the Wrestling World...another great taken way too soon. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. R.I.P. pic.twitter.com/oE5mbaaSur
— Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) August 13, 2018
"Neidhart last competed in WWE in 1997 but his legacy lives on today through his daughter, Natalya, who displays her father’s signature charisma and toughness every time she steps in the ring," WWE said in a press release confirming Neidhart's death.
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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
"WWE extends its condolences to Neidhart’s family, friends and fans."
There were many condolences on social media along with his fellow retired performer Ric Flair.
Sorry that hear about the passing of Jimmy The Anvil Neidhart. Prayers to @NatbyNature @TJWilson and their entire family. Jimmy is, and will always be, a true Legend. #itstrue
— Kurt Angle (@RealKurtAngle) August 13, 2018
"My Good Friend Jim Neidhart, A World Class Athlete And A Man Among Men. Rest In Peace," Flair wrote.
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First published: 14 August 2018, 11:29 IST