As you could imagine, there is a lot of sadness right now amongst people in the wrestling business after learning about the passing of Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart.
Bret “The Hitman” Hart, one of Neidhart’s closest friends and former tag team partner, confirmed the news on Twitter and noted that he is stunned and saddened at the news.
Stunned and saddened. I just don’t have the words right now. pic.twitter.com/fcO8Skuuhz
— Bret Hart (@BretHart) August 13, 2018
The Iron Sheik commented on the news: “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.”
Brutus Beefcake: “Devastating news Jim Neidhart my friend has passed away!! I can hardly believe it. Rest In Peace Brother until we meet again!!!”
Ric Flair: “My Good Friend Jim Neidhart, A World Class Athlete And A Man Among Men. Rest In Peace.”
