Kyle Busch's final texts to Dale Earnhardt Jr. before death revealed
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Dale Earnhardt Jr. shared his final text exchange with late NASCAR star Kyle Busch, which occurred the day before Busch's death, discussing plans for the upcoming CARS Tour race on May 30.
- Busch expressed interest in running the number "Dale Jr. 8" on his late-model car, a number significant to Earnhardt Jr., who raced under it from 1999 to 2007 and achieved 17 Cup Series wins.
- Kyle Busch passed away unexpectedly on May 21 at age 41 due to complications from bacterial pneumonia that developed into sepsis.
- Despite Busch's on-track "villain" persona and rivalries, Earnhardt Jr. highlighted the personal side of Busch, appreciating the opportunity to know him beyond racing and learning about his genuine interactions with others.
- Busch is remembered not only for his racing success but also for the personal stories shared by fellow racers that reveal his character away from the spotlight.