Colts Owner Jim Irsay Has Died

Posted on May 21, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – NOVEMBER 10: Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay reacts to applause during Dwight Freeney”u2019s induction in the team”u2019s Ring of Honor during halftime of the game against the Miami Dolphins at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 10, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Bobby Ellis/Getty Images)

Colt Owner and CEO Jim Irsay has died at 65. The Indianapolis Colts released a statement saying that Jim Irsay died “peacefully in his sleep” this afternoon. Jim Irsay had been the CEO of the Indianapolis Colts since 1997 and is survived by three daughters and 10 grandchildren.

The Indianapolis Colts posted on social media this evening a statement that said, “Jim’s dedication and passion for the Indianapolis Colts, in addition to his passion and commitment to the community, and, most importantly, his love for his family are unsurpassed.”

In addition to his love of the Indianapolis Colt, he was a passionate music fan with an enviable collection of musical memorabilia. Under Jim Irsay, the Indianapolis Colts brought the city their first Superbowl Championship. The Colts full statement is posted on social media.

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