The NASCAR community was met with heartbreaking news on Friday as Ned Jarrett, a two-time premier-series champion, legendary broadcaster, and member of the NASCAR Hall of Fame’s second induction class, passed away at the age of 93.
Ned Jarrett cause of death
According to a statement released by his family through the racing organization, Jarrett passed away from natural causes at his home.
The Jarrett family’s statement read:
“With profound sadness, the family of NASCAR Hall of Fame driver and radio/TV personality, Ned Jarrett, announces his passing on Thursday, June 4, 2026. He died peacefully of natural causes at his home in Newton, North Carolina, with his family by his side.
He was 93 years old. Our father was a devout Christian and a devoted, loving family man. He was a friend to everyone he met and NASCAR’s oldest living champion. By all accounts, he was a true NASCAR legend.
While we mourn his passing, we celebrate the remarkable life of an amazing man and truly the best father anyone could have wished for. Rest in Peace, Dad.”
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