Eddie Gossage, Former NASCAR Track President, Passes Away

What’s Happening?

Sad news rocked the NASCAR world on Thursday night. Speedway Motorsports Inc. announced that former Texas Motor Speedway Track President and longtime SMI employee Eddie Gossage died. The cause of death was not disclosed. SMI CEO Marcus Smith gave the following statement on the passing of Gossage, according to Jayski.

Today we have lost one of the world’s biggest race fans. From his legendary promotions to the lasting relationships he developed throughout the sports and entertainment industries, Eddie Gossage meant so much to the world of motorsports. On behalf of our Speedway Motorsports teammates across the country, our hearts go out to his many friends and his beloved family.

Marcus Smith

• Gossage began his career working directly under legendary promoter Humpy Wheeler at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Gossage was heavily involved in the “One Hot Night” promotion for the 1992 NASCAR All-Star Race, the first NASCAR night race on a track larger than 1.0 miles.
• Gossage was most well-known for his reign as Texas Motor Speedway track President from the track’s opening until 2021. At its peak, the track attracted crowds in excess of 200,000 people. He was well-known for ambitious promotions and ideas, including Big Hoss, a Guinness World Record-breaking video board.
• Gossage’s passing saddened fans and industry members alike. Many paid tribute to him and to his passion for the sport.