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This weekend will be a grand retirement party for the president of Texas Motor Speedway. The NASCAR All-Star Race will be held there for the first time.
Fort Worth, Texas – Legendary motorsports promoter and former Texas Motor Speedway president Eddie Gossage has died at the age of 65.
Speedway Motorsports announced his passing on Thursday, calling him a pioneer and icon in the motorsports community.
“Today, we lost one of the world's greatest race fans,” said Marcus Smith, president and CEO of Speedway Motorsports. “From his legendary promotions to the lasting relationships he forged throughout the sports and entertainment industry, Eddie Gossage meant so much to the world of motorsports. Speedway Motorsports Across the Nation On behalf of his teammates, our hearts go out to his many friends and his loving family. ”
Gossage's career spanned three decades. He helped build his Texas Motor speedway in Fort Worth in 1996 and was named its first general manager.
Under Gossage's leadership, TMS enjoyed success hosting NASCAR, IndyCar, World of Outlaws races and high-profile concerts. In 2015, he helped build his 22,704 square foot “Big Hoss,” the world's largest LED high-definition television.
Gossage retired in 2021 to spend more time with his family.
“Speedway Motorsports is expanding NASCAR into the Lone Star State at a time when attention was critical,” said Mark Faber, executive vice president and general manager of Texas Motor Speedway. , Eddie Gossage was a pioneer, promoter, and innovator.” “When I come to work every day, I see the impact he has had on our entire property.Eddie laid the foundation for success that will be built upon for generations to come, making Texas Motor Speedway a place that Texans will always be proud of. It made it a show place for me.”
Funeral arrangements are pending.
