The NASCAR world is reeling after the unexpected passing of former driver Michael Annett, who has died at the age of 39. The announcement came Friday from JR Motorsports, the team Annett competed with from 2017 until his retirement in 2021.
NASCAR.com later confirmed the heartbreaking news, sending ripples through the motorsports community as fans and fellow drivers expressed shock and sadness.
Details surrounding Annett’s cause of death have not been released, but messages of support and remembrance have poured in across social media. Fellow former NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski shared a heartfelt note on X, expressing relief that Annett is “no longer suffering,” hinting at private health struggles that had not been publicly disclosed.
Annett, known for his determination and resilience on the track, built a respected career across NASCAR’s national series. His passing leaves fans, friends, and former teammates mourning a life gone far too soon.
More tributes from the racing world are expected as the community reflects on Annett’s legacy.
