Former wrestling star Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart died at age 63, WWE confirmed.
Neidhart became a major star alongside his brother-in-law Bret Hart as part of the hart Foundation in the 1980s and 1990s.
He last competed full-time in 1997 after several years apart from Hart.
Neidhart's daughter Natalya is a WWE star and has been a major part of the women's division for more than 10 years.
Neidhart has made appearance on the reality show Total Divas alongside his daughter.
Several legendary WWE stars have shared their condolences on Twitter.
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
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
Devastating news Jim Neidhart my friend has passed away!! I can hardly believe it. Rest In Peace Brother until we meet again !!!
— Brutus Beefcake (@brutusbeefcake_) August 13, 2018
It's unclear how Neidhart died at this time.
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