Farewell to Eddie Jordan: former team owner passes away after a battle with cancer. Farewell to Eddie Jordan, a historic figure in F1.

Eddie Jordan passed away in the early hours of Thursday, March 20, 2025. F1 bids farewell to the former boss of the eponymous team, who over the years became an iconic figure in the sport. The Irish entrepreneur had been battling prostate cancer for months.

Farewell to Eddie Jordan: the Dublin-born entrepreneur died at the age of 76 after fighting an aggressive form of prostate cancer. His passing was announced in a statement from his family: “With deep sadness, we announce the death of Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner and television commentator.”

The former head of the Jordan Grand Prix team passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025. “He left us peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, in Cape Town in the early hours of Thursday, March 20.”

Farewell Eddie Jordan, his call for prevention in his final interview
The Irish businessman, born in 1948, passed away after battling an aggressive form of prostate cancer for several months. Jordan had publicly revealed his condition in December, urging people to prioritize early detection. “Don’t waste time, never postpone,” Eddie Jordan had said in his last interview. “Because in life, you have opportunities, and there are so many medical resources available. There are many things you can do to extend your time. Take care of your bodies, guys.”