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Legendary NASCAR broadcaster Barney Hall passed away Tuesday at the age of 83 from complications after a recent medical operation. Hall was known as “The Voice of NASCAR” and was a fixture for Motor Racing Network’s coverage of the sport.
His unique brand of storytelling earned Hall a place in the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2012, when the shrine created the annual Squier-Hall Award for NASCAR Media Excellence, honoring Hall alongside legendary TV broadcaster Ken Squier.
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Shortly after news of Hall’s passing surfaced, drivers such as Dale Earnhardt Jr., Brad Keselowski, Chase Elliott and many more took to Twitter to pay tribute.
Barney Hall was a legend. He was the nicest, most genuine and funniest man I’ve ever met! He will be greatly missed.
— Jeff Gordon (@JeffGordonWeb) January 27, 2016
Thank you Barney. You were a blessing and will be missed. https://t.co/0n52ssKUEQ
— Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr) January 27, 2016
This is awful, awful news. Great guy & incredible spokesman for the sport for decades. I’ll never forget that voice. https://t.co/SWB4ngmpZE
— Brad Keselowski (@keselowski) January 27, 2016
Had the honor of being in the booth with Barney at 2014 Daytona July race. When I hear “The Voice of NASCAR” I think Barney Hall. Legend.
— Chase Elliott (@chaseelliott) January 27, 2016
Sad to hear about the passing of Barney Hall. Such a legendary voice and factual commentator for MRN. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
— Kyle Busch (@KyleBusch) January 27, 2016
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Barney Hall. He did so much for the sport. Such a legendary voice.
— Joey Logano (@joeylogano) January 27, 2016
So sad to here the news of Barney Hall he was the voice of Nascar when I was growing up I listened to him every Sunday #RipBarney
— Ty Dillon (@tydillon) January 27, 2016
There will never be another like him. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family & @MRNRadio friends of Barney Hall. pic.twitter.com/mUOIKyKNfB
— RCR (@RCRracing) January 27, 2016
Loved listening to Barney Hall call races as we were running up and down the road to dirt tracks he was so good!! @MRNRadio
— Ricky Stenhouse Jr. (@StenhouseJr) January 27, 2016
Saddened to hear about loss of Barney Hall. His voice synonymous with the excitement & growth of our sport. His Impact is immeasurable.
— Eric McClure (@ericmcclure) January 27, 2016
When I was young, like many I’d stage races on floor w/toy cars. Except I would record play-by-play on tape. I wanted to be Barney Hall…
— Eric McClure (@ericmcclure) January 27, 2016
Growing up listening to the race cheering for my dad as a kid Barney hall was one of the best on the radio. Prayers for him and his family.
— Jeb Burton (@JebBurtonRacing) January 27, 2016
Barney Hall was truly the best. A legend and an inspiration to many. Our deepest condolences to his friends and family.
— JR Motorsports (@JRMotorsports) January 27, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, fans and colleagues of the great Barney Hall.
— Hendrick Motorsports (@TeamHendrick) January 27, 2016
Rest in peace Barney, thank you for all your contributions to NASCAR. https://t.co/BwXp5GY0s2
— Tommy Baldwin Racing (@TBR_Racing) January 27, 2016
Perfect description for Barney Hall. Godspeed, Barney! #NASCAR https://t.co/cIvGLxwJKI
— BK Racing (@BKRacing_2383) January 27, 2016
Barney Hall – the Rembrandt and Picasso of painting a picture of NASCAR. The Hemingway and Twain of telling the story. RIP my dear friend.
— Winston Kelley (@WinstonKelley) January 27, 2016
Thinking of the @MRNRadio family this morning & sending thoughts and prayers to Barney’s loved ones. https://t.co/0gWV8wfgSo
— Red Horse Racing (@RedHorseRacing) January 27, 2016
So sad to hear that Barney Hall passed away. A true pioneer in NASCAR His voice will be missed. One of the most respected men in our sport
— ray evernham (@RayEvernham) January 27, 2016
Thank you Barney. https://t.co/trBNfxA6JX
— Jimmie Johnson (@JimmieJohnson) January 27, 2016
Well said @MRNRadio. He will forever be a part of @NASCAR folklore. May he rest in peace. #BarneyHall https://t.co/ywjYIeXPfp
— Kurt Busch (@KurtBusch) January 27, 2016
Really hate to wake up to the passing of Barney Hall.. He has done so much for our sport and was a true gentleman���� pic.twitter.com/lAS2MWdYrt
— Rodney Childers (@RodneyChilders4) January 27, 2016
Sad to see the passing of Barney Hall. Loved listening to him call races on @MRNRadio
— AJ Allmendinger (@AJDinger) January 27, 2016
We often talk about people who helped make #NASCAR what it is today. @MRNRadio‘s Barney Hall was one of those people. #ThanksBarney
— Stewart-Haas Racing (@StewartHaasRcng) January 27, 2016
Was just in the Barney Hall studio this week. I will always remember his smooth calling of a race. RIP https://t.co/FZ6cGCAnEP
— David Ragan (@DavidRagan) January 27, 2016
No voice like Barneys!!! One of the nicest guys this sport has ever known… https://t.co/lDOXE0nC8W
— Clint Bowyer (@ClintBowyer) January 27, 2016
May you RIP Barney. Your love and passion for the sport could be felt through your voice… https://t.co/uLaNYxyblD
— DeLana Harvick (@DeLanaHarvick) January 27, 2016
So sad to hear the passing of Barney Hall.. Loved listening to him on Sunday while we worked in the Go Kart shop.He was the voice of NASCAR
— Elliott Sadler (@Elliott_Sadler) January 27, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to the @MRNRadio bunch and @TheMikeBagley. I know how much they’ll be missing Barney and it’s such a sad deal. #NASCAR
— Jon Wood (@_JonWood) January 27, 2016
Rest In Peace, Barney Hall. pic.twitter.com/TQP49ACIqL
— Roush Fenway Racing (@roushfenway) January 27, 2016
We are deeply saddened by the loss of legendary NASCAR broadcaster Barney Hall. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone at @MRNRadio.
— Toyota Racing (@ToyotaRacing) January 27, 2016