— While neither WWE nor the Hart family has released a statement or confirmed this news, it appears Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart – the father of WWE star Natalya – has passed away at age 63.
— B. Brian Blair – one of Neidhart’s contemporaries seemingly broke the news and Bruce Pritchard and Eric Bischoff also tweeted about it. Update: His former tag team partner Bret Hart has confirmed it as well.
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
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.
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— Bruce Prichard (@bruceprichard) 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
Stunned and saddened. I just don’t have the words right now. pic.twitter.com/fcO8Skuuhz
— Bret Hart (@BretHart) August 13, 2018