Eddie Jordan dies aged 76 as tributes paid to F1 legend

Formula 1 legend Eddie Jordan has passed away at the age of 76.

The racing legend revealed on the Formula for Success podcast in December that he had been diagnosed with bladder and prostate cancer in April, adding that it had spread to his spine and pelvis, so he had been fighting against the disease for a year.

As well as being a Formula One team owner, he was also the owner of former Premiership rugby club London Irish.

Jordan's family have provided a statement on his passing. It read: "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."

The statement continued: "He was working until the last, having communicated on St Patrick's Day about his ambitions for London Irish Rugby Football Club, of which he had recently become patron.

"Eddie and Jordan Grand Prix were known for their rock and roll image, bringing a fun and exciting element to F1, as well as consistently performing above their weight.

"Many successful F1 drivers owe their career breaks to Eddie, and world champions including Michael Schumacher and Damon Hill drove for him.

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

"He will be missed by so many people, but he leaves us with tonnes of great memories to keep us smiling through our sorrow."

The motorsport legend was on talkSPORT last month and explained how the treatment was affecting him. "Sorry guys, just a small thing, thank you," he said.

"I've just come out of getting chemotherapy and I'm not 100 per cent together here guys. I'm just not myself at this moment in time. I'm a little all over the place, so please forgive me."

Speaking about his diagnosis last year, Jordan urged people to get tested. “It spread into the spine and the pelvis, so it was quite aggressive. And we've all heard about our wonderful friend Sir Chris Hoy, who is an absolute megastar, and he [was] coming out and talking about illness such as like what I've got, but he's a far younger man," he explained.

"But this is a little message for all the anchors and everybody listening to this: don't wait or put it off. Go and get tested.

"Because in life you've got chances and there is so much medical advice out there and so many things that you can do to extend your lifetime. Go and do it. Don't be stupid, don't be shy - it's not a shy thing - look after your body, guys."

F1 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."

Aston Martin Aramco wrote: "We're deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Eddie Jordan. His impact will be felt across the motorsport community for generations to come. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this time."

Martin Brundle OBE wrote: "RIP my friend. 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."