RIP Eddie Jordan

Jordan has died of prostate cancer at his home in South Africa, the Irishman's family revealed in a statement. He was 76.

Charismatic and outspoken, a true character of the Formula 1 paddock, Jordan, who later became a television pundit and entrepreneur, ran his eponymous team from 1991 to 2005.

His family reported: "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Jordan OBE, the ex-Formula 1 team owner, TV pundit and entrepreneur. He passed away peacefully with family by his side in Cape Town in the early hours of 20 March 2025.

"EJ brought an abundance of charisma, energy and Irish charm everywhere he went. We all have a huge hole missing without his presence," the family said in the statement.

Tributes poured for the late F1 team boss following the announcement of his passing

McLaren said in a statement: "We are saddened to hear the news of Eddie Jordan’s passing. A true legend of the sport, his passion and contributions to F1 left an incredible mark. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time. Rest in peace, Eddie."

Formula One CEO Stefano Domenicali said: "We are deeply saddened to hear about the sudden loss of Eddie Jordan. With his inexhaustible energy he always knew how to make people smile, remaining genuine and brilliant at all times. Eddie has been a protagonist of an era of F1 and he will be deeply missed. In this moment of sorrow, my thoughts and those of the entire Formula 1 family are with his family and loved ones."

"I was lucky enough to know Eddie," Esteban Ocon said. "A great character of our sport and an even better person. My thoughts are with his family and friends. RIP Eddie."

Mercedes said: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of Eddie Jordan, a true F1 legend who contributed to, and shaped the sport, in so many ways. Our thoughts go out to his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him."

“RIP my friend," Martin Brundle commented. "Condolences to each and every one of your lovely family. What a character. What a rock star. What a racer. So many drivers owe you so much, you gave us our chances and believed in us.”

Alpine Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore said: "I am deeply saddened by the loss of Eddie Jordan. Eddie as a great individual, who for decades always brought a smile to the entire F1 paddock. I have fond memories of the time spent on and off the track with Eddie and his presence across the entire F1 world will be greatly missed. At this sad time, my thoughts are with his friends and family."

F1's governing body, the FIA, released a statement saying: "Eddie Jordan was a legend of Formula One. He made an invaluable contribution to global motor sport throughout his life. All of us at the FIA would like to send our deepest condolences to his family and friends at this very difficult time. Eddie will always be remembered as a great sportsman and passionate ambassador for Formula 1 on and off the track."

McLaren CEO Zak Brown said: "All at McLaren are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Eddie Jordan. Eddie was a vibrant figure who always wore his heart on his sleeve. "His passion for Formula 1 was enormous and he leaves an incredible legacy. All of our thoughts are with his family and friends."

Aston Martin F1 team principal Andy Cowell wrote: “Eddie Jordan was one of the all-time motorsport greats. He was a one-off, a wonderful human being, and a charismatic leader who founded this team and took it to F1 in 1991. His vision laid the foundations for us and he leaves a lasting legacy for the entire motorsport community. Today we pay tribute to a legend of the sport and our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues.”