NASCAR community and beyond pays tribute to race car legend Kyle Busch
Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion, has passed away at the age of 41, prompting an outpouring of tributes from the motorsports community. His family announced his death after he was hospitalized due to a severe illness. Busch is survived by his wife and two children, and many in the racing world have expressed their condolences and shared memories of his impact on the sport.
- ▪Kyle Busch was widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers in NASCAR history.
- ▪He was hospitalized earlier in the week due to a severe illness before his passing.
- ▪Tributes have come from fans and fellow drivers, highlighting his legacy and contributions to the sport.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onCultureNASCAR community and beyond pays tribute to race car legend Kyle Busch1:18Kyle Busch talks about his 2019 NASCAR championshipJonathan Bachman/Getty Images, FILEByAngeline Jane BernabeMay 21, 2026, 8:07 PMTributes are pouring in for NASCAR champion Kyle Busch, who has died at the age of 41.Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion, was widely credited as one of the greatest drivers of his generation and in NASCAR history.Earlier Thursday, his family said that Busch was hospitalized and undergoing treatment due to a "severe illness," and that he would not be competing this weekend at…
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