As you would expect given his family heritage and history in the wrestling industry, a flood of people are paying their respects following news of his untimely death.
Below are some of the messages:
Stunned and saddened. I just don’t have the words right now. pic.twitter.com/fcO8Skuuhz
— Bret Hart (@BretHart) August 13, 2018
The only thing bigger than his on-screen character was his heart.
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— Triple H (@TripleH) 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
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
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
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
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…
Posted by Gene Okerlund on Monday, August 13, 2018
Oh Gosh! Just heard about The Anvil!! Sincere condolences go out to the Neidhart family. Such a sad day.
— Honky Tonk Man® (@OfficialHTM) August 13, 2018
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
So sorry to hear about my buddy Jim Neidhart passing. My sympathies go out Nattie and the family. Gods Speed brother. RIP DDP
— Diamond Dallas Page (@RealDDP) 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
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 condolences to @NatbyNature & her family over the loss of her father, Jim ‘The Anvil’ Neidhart. My thoughts, prayers & heart are with you, Nattie.
— #WOKEN Matt Hardy (@MATTHARDYBRAND) August 13, 2018
RIP Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart pic.twitter.com/IBfWfuw8lj
— Zack Ryder (@ZackRyder) August 13, 2018
I’m not in the mood to write much. I just wanted to publically show my support for Ellie, Jenni, Muffy, @NatbyNature & @TJWilson I was honored to be allowed into the inner sanctum of the Hart family. Jim Neidhart always showed me love. #RIPAnvil
— Mauro Ranallo (@mauroranallo) August 13, 2018
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neidhart. Our thoughts are with his family today. pic.twitter.com/3ZL4XKZDcn
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) 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
As a student of the game that loves Tag-Team wrestling, I studied Jim and Bret’s matches very closely, and without a doubt The Hart Foundation is one of the greatest Tag-Teams ever. My heart goes out to @NatbyNature and @TJWilson and everyone else in Jim’s circle. #RIPAnvil pic.twitter.com/RuGZc47jzk
— Hurricane Helms (@ShaneHelmsCom) August 13, 2018
Jim Neidhart was a great athlete
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— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) August 13, 2018
I am so sad to hear about the passing of @wwe legend Jim ‘The Anvil’ Neidhart. My thoughts and prayers are with @NatbyNature @TJWilson and the entire Hart family. #RipAnvil
— Maryse Mizanin (@MaryseMizanin) August 13, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to @NatbyNature and the entire Neidhart family. I was a big fan of the Hart foundation growing up and he always treated me with respect. #RIPAnvil
— James Storm (@JamesStormBrand) August 13, 2018