WWE RAW star Natalya recently shared a touching tribute to her late father, Jim Neidhart, marking seven years since his passing on August 13, 2018. A third-generation member of the esteemed Hart wrestling family, Natalya has been a prominent figure in <a href="https://cynicaltimes.org/category/wrestling-news/wwe/”>WWE since 2007. Through her heartfelt message, she reflected on the profound impact her father had on her life, highlighting the lessons and joy he brought her despite life’s complexities. The WWE RAW Natalya heartfelt tribute resonated deeply with fans and fellow wrestlers alike.
Tribute Highlights Unique Bond and Life Lessons from Jim Neidhart
In her Instagram post, Natalya described her father as an extraordinary man whose influence shaped much of who she is today. She expressed how, even after seven years, she thinks of him daily, often finding reasons to smile through memories. Natalya detailed how Jim Neidhart’s teachings were some of the most valuable lessons she ever received, acknowledging the complicated nature of his life but emphasizing the love and laughter they shared.
“It’s been seven years since my dad died but I think about him every day and usually in ways that make me smile. My dad was an extraordinary person, even though his life was complicated. He taught me so much, truly the most valuable lessons of my life❤️,” —Natalya
Beyond gratitude, she wrote about considering her father’s legacy while working on her own book. Natalya reflected on how legacy is something only the “branches” get to contemplate, not the “roots,” underscoring the fragility and importance of time. She also fondly recalled the ways her father made her laugh, saying it would take an entire book to describe those moments fully.
“When I was writing my book, my dad’s passing got me thinking a lot about legacy and how being able to think about legacy is such a privilege. ‘The root never gets the luxury of thinking that way, only the branches do…The biggest thing about legacy is just how delicate time makes it.’ Thinking of you today, Daddy. Thank you for everything you gave to us and mostly making me laugh in ways I’d need a whole book to explain! I love you endlessly! 🦏❤️,” —Natalya
Support and Reaction from WWE Community
Several current and former WWE personalities responded emotionally to Natalya‘s tribute. Stars such as Liv Morgan, Edge (Adam Copeland), Aalyah Mysterio, Bayley, Apollo Crews, Renee Paquette, JD McDonagh, Kelani Jordan, Indi Hartwell, Braun Strowman, Matt Cardona, Ava, Heath Slater, Otis, and others acknowledged her post with likes. Additionally, wrestlers Nia Jax, Blake Monroe, Santos Escobar, Karmen Petrovic, Rob Van Dam, Eva Marie, and CJ Perry left supportive comments, demonstrating the strong bonds within the WWE community.
Cody Rhodes Praises Natalya’s Respect and Legacy
On his podcast
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guest Nikki Bella joined Cody Rhodes, who spoke highly of Natalya’s professionalism and character. Following this, Natalya expressed her gratitude to Rhodes on social media, highlighting his consistent respect and underlining her close relationship with The Bella Twins. Her message hinted at the strong camaraderie that exists among WWE performers despite the intense competition.
“This interview floored me. Thank you so much @CodyRhodes for always showing me so much respect since day one. It means so much to me. And yes @NikkiAndBrie, you both are sisters for life! We never miss a beat❤️,” —Natalya
Looking Ahead to Natalya’s Role in WWE RAW
As WWE continues to evolve its storylines and roster, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how Natalya’s journey will develop on RAW. Her heartfelt tribute has reinforced her image as a passionate and grounded athlete deeply connected to wrestling’s rich history through the Hart family. The emotional responses from peers highlight her respected status in the WWE universe and suggest she will continue to play a significant role in future programming coming out of WWE’s Stamford base.
