Dale Jr. & His Uncle Danny Discuss The Tragic Day in Daytona
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- Опубликовано: 18 май 2024
- Nephew (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) and Uncle (Danny Earnhardt Sr.) talk for the first time about that tragic day in February of 2001 and how they spent the moments after the crash in Daytona.
Hear the full conversation on dirtymomedia.com or any major podcasting platform. 
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His last appearance was here, talking to his nephew about stuff, both racing and not racing. He has joined his brother as a pit crew member once again for eternity. Danny Earnhardt, RIP, and may you and your brother win races up there!
Probably what killed Martha. Losing all 3 sons in a 20 year period. 2 in just 8 years.
What happened to him
Whatttttttt
Dale Sr is actually the other Son of God, so he’s revered like Bear Bryant is in Alabama…royalty amongst the King of Kings
@@corporalclegg914 how much pcp are you on
Hearing Dale tell this story, watching the look on Danny's face...brings me rite back to that moment I will never forget. 😰 And bang on with the font Dale.
To this day, it seems it bothers him to even say it or bring it up. I can definitely sympathize with him on a personal level. 😥
It still feels like it happened yesterday. I was reluctant to even watch this one but did. It's always difficult when I know it's going to be about that day.
Too bad Sr wasn’t there to bring out some laughter I bet he could get Danny chatt’n and Danny him to ! These close to home interviews are Gold !
As part of the safety crew on "that day", this interview hit me hard! After I cut the roof off & saw Sr. being pulled out, I knew immediately that we had lost a legend 😔
Because of this incident, many drivers owe their lives to Dale Sr. because of the safety measures that were put in place by NASCAR. R.I.P. Dale.
God bless you and thank you for all you have done for others
I can't even imagine what y'all went through..or i don't want too..yall handles the aftermath of that with a lot of class
@@richardgilbert9768 Thank you 🙏
To this day, I still "well-up" thinking about that day.
@@apaceofchange94 Unfortunately for Dale, there was nothing that anyone could have done
Thanks for sharing that Vic. I can only imagine how the events of that day affected you and remains carved in stone. With what you’ve seen and experienced at that specific time will forever be with you.
Never having the opportunity to have met Dale Sr. I was a serious fan of his back in the day and will always be. Long before his last race Dale was always NASCAR to me. I remember there were many races I had to miss because of work, actually duty since I was on active duty at the time where weekends were just like any other day you worked. As with most of the time it was without having a TV or radio around. However I remember as soon as I got off and found someone that had watched the race I would always inquire, “how did Earnhardt finish”, instead of the usual how did the race go? With that you can probably guess the major effect that day had on me and about NASCAR.
Crazy how this came up in my recommendations after Danny’s passing. R.I.P.
I stopped at the drive thru on the way home and got tacos. When I got home I opened RUclips on my phone as I sat down to eat. I clicked on this video and by halfway through it I was crying. My dad died in a car wreck when I was 5. I was to young to know him or even remember him. I was watching when Dale Sr died, blocking for Michael and Jr. I was crushed knowing Dale was right there when his dad died. Crushed. This discussion made me feel some of that again, as if it was fresh. I love this podcast. These Earnhardts are a treasure.
Sorry for your loss..
I think Dale understands the feelings that so many of us had for his dad. Thank-you for letting us in this way. My wife and I was traveling the night Jr. won Daytona we listened to the race on the radio. The last few laps I pulled over and my wife and I just set there and looked at each other when he won. We couldn't talk. That was an important night for a lot of folks. Big E will never be forgotten in this house.
yes Thank You guys for sharing.
Danny E is a man of few words. He seemed like he didn't like being in the spotlight.
Still a pretty chill guy.
Danny's just a normal dude not anywhere as famous as his Brother and his Nephew
Other than Dale Jr, typical Earnhardt. Dale Sr was also.
Few words but what he does say is honest and true
@@luvanotafighta a true alpha
Kerry and Danny are cut from the same cloth. Few words, little emotion shown. But you can still tell it's there...
RIP Danny. You and Dale are together again ❤️
The fact that these two sat down and openly talked about all of this for all of us to see is amazing. I hope they know we all really appreciate it and that we loved Dale and all the rest of the Earnhardt's
It was shock. I've been through that too many times. God bless us all.
I appreciate Dale Jr's candor when talking about Dale Sr's death. It had to be hard, but it helps.
Danny is the real deal. One of my favorite interviews.
20 years later.. and it still feels weird thinking back to what happened in February of 2001.
I enjoy listening in to these types of stories.
I worked at DIS 1996-2006 as part of the security/safety teams. Our team was the first to arrive at that wreck scene. I wish that I could erase all memories from that February 18, 2001 day.
@@sergeantmasson3669Sorry to hear, man. Hope you found some peace.
Danny, don’t let that helmet out of your site. Now that it’s know, it’s THE original don’t let it go anywhere IMO. This interview is great. Thank you to Danny for finally agreeing to do it. Cheers
That helmet is with his brother you seen that look on his face It's only going to the family. I'm sure it will stay that way. Look said it all.
I thought it’s at his house and it belongs to his son Danny Jr & if Dale wants to use it Danny Jr will have to agree to letting it go to the HOF. I may have been mistaken though.
Sight
I hope the family puts a special mark somewhere on the helmet that only they know about so when it does go to and comeback from the HOF they know it's the real one
@@ZekenStreak Its his. He intends to leave it to his son.
The #3 should not or have ever been put back on the track. Pisses me off every single race. Love u JR 🤘
Rip Danny, I’m so sorry Dale. Love and prayers to all the Family and Friends.
He reminds me of his brother so much. We will never forget Dale, as they will not, and he was one of a kind.
I’m not sure I will ever get back the passion I had for nascar before your daddy died, but I love listening and watching your podcasts. I love history and the stories from the past are awesome.
It faded for me as well. I fell back into dirt late models and became a bloomquist fan. He’s been called the earnheardt of dirt.
I'm a young guy but I love the sport. It's history. History builds the stories of today. We can remember but realize the blessings we have now. This next gen car is an animal on the track and they sound awesome. I love turning on the TV on sundays again.
what a gift that this was recorded only a few months before his passing.. ⭐️✨❤️
Danny, I appreciate you coming on and telling us how it was. Can't imagine it was a fun thing to do. Take care, sir.
This is a true southern interview Lol. The NC accents, racing discussion, guns, the works. NC native here.
Me Too
TX native but I have to agree. Haha.
I've certainly gained a lot of respect for Jr through watching these videos. He fully deserves to stand as a legend in his own right.
No, his dad got him where he was. Nobody would know him otherwise.
@@michaelvoorhees5978 LMAO. Jr hater are you?
Rest in Peace Danny Earnhardt, Sr. ❤️
We might borrow it! Wait a minute Danny says. Priceless.
While other people have driven the 3 car, I don’t know anyone who would see “3” and not think of Dale.
Fireball Roberts was FAMOUS for his No.3. This is when Dale Sr. was a kid...
The 3 should’ve been retired that day!
@@tonyalmeida5684 A different font would be enough.
Junior Johnson also won a fair few number of races in the 3. Before Dale Sr began driving
Dale Earnhardt gave life to the 3. That's the main difference. People called it: The Black Number 3, and it was Earnhardt behind the wheel. A storied history. It had meaning. I think that's why so many of us are still bothered. I know it may sound silly, people say "it's just a number" but it was more than that. It's always felt awkward seeing it on track since Dale died. Great interview. Loving this series.
Like Jr said though, change the font. If Richard would’ve changed the font then it would’ve been Austin’s own 3 instead of Dale’s. Richard could’ve used the font style when he drove the car before dale got in it.
It’s good that these stories are being shared with us so they can be told again and again or until there’s no Earnhardt fans left to talk about the way it was...
Who wants hear it 24/7 Jr. Is still riding his daddy and making money off his name. Give it a rest talk about ur own success and championships......oh wait never mind.
@@kmurphy739 loser.
Cry me a river fanboi.....
He did make a name on his own. These are thoughts that lifelong fans like myself have being a brother and losing a brother where so many have so many questions.
You can really see how this generation of Earnhardt men keep their emotions in check.
Yup. They sure do. Respect 🏁
This is an amazing story and interview between an Uncle and a nephew. Junior does a really sincere and respectful job of asking about a horrible event. Even from a longtime ago.
The Earnhardt family is a class act. So nice to hear these stories. Kinda like therapy. It might hurt to talk about it but it heals the soul. Thank you for sharing these personal moments with us.
Love how Jr lit up when Danny said he had the baseball helmet. Would be really cool to have that in the Hall of Fame
Rest in peace Danny, we love you❤❤
Danny and Dale Sr look like twins...Those eyes scowl and facial expressions are priceless...
I had the pleasure and honor to meet Danny Earnhardt. Talladega in October 2001. He is a really cool guy to talk with.
The emotions will never go away. It's amazing the love and respect for your Dad and brother. That carries on every day that a track is open and cars are racing..... there is always that black and silver 3 somewhere being worn or flown by someone. The hurt, loss, emotions are always there but the smiles, good times and good memories are also there. God Bless you all who lived that and suffered those hard times. Our hearts are always with you.
Rest easy, Danny! You will definitely be missed.. 😔 Godspeed.
Rest in peace, Danny Earnhardt, who passed away on December 10th at age 66.
December 10, 2021
@@bluebroun2652 Danny's cause of death has not been revealed by his family. He had a terminal disease and medications weren't working.
@@bluebroun2652 It's been a while now, but I think it was a heart attack. Not sure thou.
So reminded me of my father’s sudden death. I received word he was in the hospital, I knew it had to be bad, had a gut feeling. I don’t remember my 15 mile drive only that I drove a 1/2 mile going the wrong way on a one way street.
The 3 days in the hospital before his death are snap shots and short memories.
The hard part was I had to make the calls to friends I knew my dad would like to say goodbye to.
July 7th 2001 was one of my best days of working at DIS.
It's crazy Danny passed away a couple months after this.. Death is a mean SOB, doesn't care about no one.. Rest in Paradise Earnhardts..
I’m sorry for your loss Jr. I’m praying for you and the family during this tough time.
You know... I was all for the 3 coming back so long as Jr was okay with it. And as cool as it was to see it come back on one hand... I sort of agree with Dale that maybe they could have changed the font for the regular season. Then bring it out for a throwback or special occasion. Very cool to listen to you guys talk!
I appreciate you guys talking about this...I mean this is your literal family. We as fans feel emotionally connected, but we're just fans. I can't even imagine how hard this must be for yall. I also can't believe it's been 20 years, seriously seems like yesterday.
Danny doesn’t really seem to be wanting to talk about this.
Tough conversation.
I have to admit, and I didn't even realize it until it happened, but I NEEDED Jr. to win the July race. I was at Daytona in February, and that's one of the first time I seen my dad cry, and we didn't talk the whole ride home. But when Jr went back, and beat that track the very next race....I didn't even know how bad I needed that to happen!!
I've never been into nascar or racing a day in my life but this podcast has some of the most incredible and authentic conversations between decent men allowing themselves to be vulnerable that I've ever seen or heard.
It’s been twenty years since Dale’s death and it still hurts to hear you guys talk about it. Your Uncle Danny is a cool guy. RCR shouldn’t have used the 3 with Dale’s font. When I see that black Chevy with that style 3, I think of Dale and Richard. I don’t think about Dillon. That’s the way it is, period.
This is a agreeable take.
I get that richard ran the 3.
And Dillon wanted to run it.
But richard ran the 3 in a different logo
I've been dying on this hill forever. If Dillon wanted to run the 3 (Because it was Richard's number) then why not stylize it back to Richard's day or even the Ricky Rudd RCR days.
Right I wouldn't be mad about the 3 if they changed the font and color scheme.
Junior Johnson ran #3 too. I'll be a Dale Sr. fan until I breathe my last but, it's just a number. He won rookie of the year in 1979 and his first Winston Cup in 1980 running the #2. Dale Sr. still would've done everything that he did no matter what number was on the car.
Anything they can do to sell tickets now
Saddest day in history , Dale Sr is still missed in our hearts to this day , I have often wondered the “ what if’s “ and how racing would be today if he was still around , RIP Intimidator 🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🏁🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
It's amazing how Jr. Can relive that day and not shed a tear I give alot of credit to this young man! I don't think I could relive something like that and not shed tears. Alot of respect for him and his family!!
Emotions fluctuated a lot on that one. I'm sure it did for everybody else watching as well.
Hard to believe it was 20 years ago already. A lot has changed in my life since then, but that still hurts.
A day most of us watching will never ever forget. God bless
I love to listen tothe race way stories. I was in the country in north Georgia in 2001. Kingston to be exact.I like to watch and listen but that your dad lost was heart breaking. sSo many of us tied our own efforts to your fathers. You came along and triedwith little efort into being the sports most popular driver. tword the middle and end of your career I was glad to see you give the effort you did. Your wins only added to yhe legacy. You know there are many of us who could beat "Stinky Crashhouse " but will never grt the chance thanks for winning and thank you for sharing. we love Dale jr. and we loved your dad.
Wow! Thank you so much for having such a personal moment with your uncle and sharing it with us. You're such an amazing guy to your fans and your Dad's fans. You treat us so well.
He doesn’t need memorabilia. He lived it!
Rest In Peace Danny I hope your telling dale how much we all miss him😞
I know you do but man I miss your dad. I quit watching it for a few years. Me and my brother in-law really where upset. I'm sure a lot of men shed a tear and had a beer that day. God bless you all and thank you and your family. We will never forget. Man just thought what could he be today I'm sorry. It's gotta be hard reliving this.
I dunno maybe, there’s something wrong with me… I know people don’t want to relive that day… but to hear different perspectives and tidbits of info from Dale Jr., Danny, Kenny, etc. about what happened makes me feel like another page turned, getting closure to complete the book. As a selfish fan, I give them so much respect for even discussing it because I honestly think that guy basically threw the weight and grief of the whole racing world on his shoulders. I was just a young kid getting ready to deploy (April 01’)… but I remember so much about that day. It still sucks to think about it, as a fan… but to be his son, or brother, or friend… and for Jr. to come out the other side a better person after all of that and still share it. That’s incredible, that takes guts, it takes big a$$ balls to look at that say I’m still racing, I’ll carry the load for my dad, I’m not gonna give up, I’m not gonna fail. As just a young punk kid close to his age and not really have it figured out yet… if there’s a reason this guy is going to HoF, that’s it. End of story. Period. He did what no one else could, and kept the sport vibrant, when even Superman would have trouble carrying that load. Credit where credit is due, Kerry, Kelley, Dale Jr., his family, RCR, DEI… they all held there head high and plowed forward. That’s what makes it so tragic but so incredibly special.
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I agree completely
I’m cracking up at “your regular house.” 😂 This is the best podcast ever!
The baseball car was flying that night, I think the whole racing world stood still when you came to the front and won it. I was screaming at the top of my lungs "COME ON JUNIOR" for every car you passed and when you crossed that finish line I cried like a baby. Hearing Ned Jarrett say he was speechless as he choked tears and then seeing you and Michael on the roof of the car hugging really was the best part, thanks for that moment and God Bless
Me too....
The absolute strength shown by these men is immeasurable. I lost my mother to violence, and it is incredibly difficult to say much more than that. It is sometimes necessary to do so in order to make a better world. Love and respect to my fellow humans.
7:55. - 8:20 “ Dale Jr.- you want to get out of here”. Dan “ I think I called Kelley”. That tore this ole 43yr old man up… 😢😢
Uncle Danny is a national treasure.
RIP Danny Earnhardt.. Will never forget this episode. He reminds me so much of Dale Sr. So nice of gesture letting you have helmet for nascar car Hall.
I've watched nascar since 1999 & since then I've been a EARNHARDT & Nascar Fan Of Both SR. & JR. and when Dale JR. Won the father's Day Race after not winning any Races for Rick Hendrick for awhile in that Black Batman Car Laps Before you Won Dale goosebumps over came me & hearing the fans & watching you Drive to that VICTORY made me Cry I'm 46 going to be 47 in 9 days I've watched over three Quarters of your career. And watched pretty much every lap and race after you came into nascar as a Rookie..years have passed but I can speak for all of us fans when I say we ALL Miss you..I feel like your family I know your story by heart the things that's allowed to be known from the air waves. God bless you Dale & your family wife & children & Mr. Danny your grandma that's passed in the last few years we sure do miss you DALE & Big E 🌹♥️🦅🇺🇸💪🙏
Family and stayin busy is so important for the healing after such a loss ! Thanks for sharing this !
Haven't watched NASCAR in 20 years, but love the podcast and Juniors stories about the old days
I would’ve thought Steve Park’s DEI Rockingham win would’ve been much more satisfying than the Harvick Atlanta victory, knowing that the same team Dale created with his own 2 hands won both the 1st and 2nd races of the ‘01 season, despite the Founder and namesake being gone...
Anyway, it was a very emotional win for me. I’m sure other Dale Earnhardt fans were crying when they saw the #1 Pennzoil Chevy win, just a week after the #15 NAPA and Mikey took Daytona...
Both DEI cars...then the week after Gordon won at Vegas, the re-numbered #29 RCR car with Harvick wins Atlanta...
Very appropriate that the early 2001 races had such a significant DALE EARNHARDT connection...and that Dale Jr. had THREE WINS that season! I’m not into numerology, but the coincidences seem “other-worldly.” Long live Dale Earnhardt’s Legacy. The incredible accomplishments and the numbers are just staggering...
Dale Sr formed DEI for his adult children. Kelley handled most of the business aspects. Teresa's education was for commercial art and interior design. She didn't know squat about managing a business. Kelley earned a B/A degree for business management.
@Shannon Rehwinkel Dale Sr never owned the #3 car. RCR did and Dale Sr drove it. NASCAR teams have several different race cars depending on which track they go to.
@@sergeantmasson3669 I don't think they i.plied Dale owned the car and team. I feel like they are pointing out the fact that the 29 wasn't a new build for Harvick, it was one of the cars Dale drove, yearly. As for the team, it was the same set of guys (presumably un-chanhed or barely at all) that built, maintained and were the crew that supported Dale for the final handful of years he raced.... VS the car being a new build and the crew being completely replaced.
@@WikidRacer Each season, teams build many cars. Each one for specific tracks. Cars for Daytona and/of Talladega are different than for Martinsville, Bristol, etc. Car numbers are owned by NASCAR and licensed to cars each season. RCR had paid the license fee for the #3 each season since 1976. RCR chose the font style but nobody owns that font style. Teresa wanted to sue teams that used it but that nonsense went nowhere.
I enjoyed this episode a lot.... definitely more than I anticipated.
His look was priceless. What a great moment. Memories
I wasn’t sure I was going to enjoy this episode, but it turned out to be really good.
i don’t know anything about racing and basically don’t care about it all but i find this podcast high quality and dale jr is just an awesome dude
This was amazing. I teared up a bit. I remember finding out and balling my eyes out. thanks for sharing this guys. This was something special
Everyday I See or Listen To "Jung Bug",,, I Realize What a Great Job Dale Sr Did With These Kids... Same With Danny,,, Although Listening To Danny and Dale Jr,,, Brings That Day Right To The Surface.. That Was a Bad Day.... They,, Especially Dale Jr,,, Was HURT,,, and He HURT BAD... I Did Know How Courageous Dale Jr Was,,, Going On,,, and Hurting So BAD,,,, Dads Are Special ,,,, So Is The Whole Earnhardt Family,,,, It's Been Twenty Years,,, Still Hurts,,, Big Lost,,,
Thanks so much for reviewing and preserving these dark days to be chronicled forever. The only way these stories get told is if people tell them. If people don’t tell the stories they hold, they are lost forever. We appreciate, as difficult as these may be, that you and others are so open about things that are so important to so many of us.
It blows my mind Jr lets us all have this inside information. I listen to dirty Mo religiously
Class act like to hear the old stories from the people that were involved not someone who was not there thanks it tells alot about your family and how much you care about us we appreciate you Dale Jr
Was a Dale Sr fan since he was a rookie.Sad day ,just stunned.
Another brilliant therapy session. This is the only way we find out what really happened. R.I.P. DALE Sr 3.
Gentleman, thank you for sharing your lives and your feelings so openly. I hope it was therapeutic for you all, to bring you all closer together.
I'm in Australia, but the Earnhardt legacy will never be forgotten.
Teared up a bit towards the end. Loved this podcast. Thanks Dale Jr, Danny Sr, Matthew, Leah... have a great weekend all! ✌🤘
That call to Kelley from the hospital... to tell mom, that Dale died... God! Super tough. So sad moment
Man that day is a day I remember so well even as a kid.
I was in the stands this terrible day, I have never ever watched or went to another race since!! Will never ever be the same for me! I was a true Dale fan for life!!
Bless you Dale. your memory blanks are Gods way of protecting your mind. I don't have a dad either and took a long time for my mind to stop remembering him the way he was when he died. wish that Mike and Kenny could forget their last memories
I miss Dale 😢
I just started listening to your podcast and I have really enjoyed the episodes, after I listen to this one, I had found out that Danny had passed away. It was great to know you where able to bring Danny on and let him share his experiences before he passed.
Its healing for fans to see footage like this. i know its hard to discuss...
Thinkn and talkn about that Daytona race...it was my very first NASCAR race I watched start to finish. It was my senior year of highschool. Of course I knew who Dale Sr was and I was immediately a Dale Jr fan. I was so excited because those DEI cars were running so well. It was my first emotional connection to NASCAR or any driver...i cried at the end of that race. I felt terrible for the family and for the teams. 20 yrs later and I still can connect to those moments as if it happened yesterday.
Dale keeps his composure so well.
Awesome interview!!!! More from Danny, the Eury's and the rest of the family! Awesome stuff! Thanks guys!!!!
Thoughts and prayers are with Dale Jr and his family Damn first his uncle then his grandmother 😞
Rip Ms. Marta and Mr. Danny Earnhardt
Love it, the baseball helmet is right on top of the gun cabinet-golden!
It feels the same to me today as it did 20 years ago the day after was even worse then the day it happened there was only one no one in this world will ever come close ever again he was truly loved by his fans
My condolences to the Earnhardt family God bless
So stoic and matter of fact. So mysterious Danny was
However, I know trauma when I hear it.
Great way to have said Dale, just change the font of the #3 I'm a die hard fan of your dad to this day! If I'm able I buy anything I find with your dad and I if able even offer higher than the person may be asking depending on condition of the item. Very rarely do I try and talk someone down in regards to your dad's collectibles. I miss seeing him race, as well as you on a weekly basis! Props to you though for making the decision you made. DEI AND JR racing fan forever!!!
You can really hear the pain in their voices when they reflect on the day Dale passed.
Family is the most important thing in life and in death
Thank u 4 sharing this with us.😪🥰
That smile your dad had I'll never forget. I fill like a lot times it said I got you. Your welcome. He is a hero in nascar and to a lot of fans.
Man cannot believe when I heard Cathy say something bout Danny and Martha being gone. On jrs show Huge condolences to the earnhardt family. So so sorry