Eddie Jordan, the flamboyant former Formula 1 team owner, television pundit, and entrepreneur, has passed away at the age of 76 following a battle with an aggressive form of prostate cancer.

In a statement released on Thursday, his family confirmed:

"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 20th March 2025, after battling an aggressive form of prostate cancer for the past 12 months."

The Irishman had revealed in December that he was suffering from both bladder and prostate cancer, which had spread to his spine and pelvis.

A Trailblazer in Formula 1

Jordan, who began his career as a racing driver before transitioning to team ownership, was one of the few independent team principals to achieve sustained success in the highly competitive world of Formula 1.

His team, Jordan Grand Prix, made its debut in 1991 and went on to win four F1 races during its 15-year run. He later became a familiar figure in the sport through his work as a television analyst.

Formula 1’s governing body, the FIA, described Jordan as a “legend”, stating on X (formerly Twitter) that he had made an “invaluable contribution to global motorsport throughout his life.”

F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, speaking ahead of this weekend’s Chinese Grand Prix, said he was “deeply saddened” by Jordan’s passing.

"With his inexhaustible energy, he always knew how to make people smile, remaining genuine and brilliant at all times," Domenicali said.

A Legacy of Motorsport Excellence

Jordan’s greatest moment as a team owner came at the 1998 Belgian Grand Prix, where British driver Damon Hill led home a historic one-two finish for the team.

Hill, who won the 1996 Formula 1 World Championship with Williams, paid tribute to Jordan, saying:

"There will never be anyone like Eddie Jordan. He was gregarious, irreverent, and crazy. I lived in Ireland when I raced with Eddie, and I was privileged to have won a Grand Prix with him and seen the impact he had on everyone.

"There isn’t a single person, from that era and since, who has not been positively influenced in some way by Eddie."

Jordan secured further race victories in 1999 with Heinz-Harald Frentzen, who briefly challenged for the F1 title that year.

He also played a pivotal role in the career of Michael Schumacher, handing the German his Formula 1 debut at the 1991 Belgian Grand Prix. Schumacher went on to win a record-breaking seven world championships—an achievement later matched by Lewis Hamilton in 2020.

A Life Beyond Racing

Jordan sold his Formula 1 team in 2005, with the outfit evolving over the years into what is now Aston Martin.

Born in Dublin, Jordan was a successful karting champion in his youth before competing in Formula Ford, Formula 3, and Formula 2, even making an appearance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Away from motorsport, he was a man of many passions—he played the drums in his own band, was an avid golfer and cyclist, and had a strong interest in the arts. He also built an extensive business portfolio, leaving behind a legacy that extended far beyond the racetrack.