Seeing Junior’s growth as a driver, owner, commentator, and man throughout his career is exactly the reason I and so many others look up to him. I’m so happy for him to be recognized by the sport and have this moment.
He is a great ambassador and a great human being. He may not have the same success on track as his father, but his father would have been proud how far he has promoted the sport.
Just look at this man, beaming with pride and happiness, smiling all the way through. Awesome to see him get inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame! Great speech too, had me tearing up and laughing and smiling over here. I became a fan of Dale Jr in 1998, and will be forever. I look forward to what he will continue to bring to the sport! Can't wait for the new season of the Dale Jr Download as well!
What a gracious, classy young man. Dale Jr. just delivered one of the finest speeches I have ever heard at a Hall of Fame award. I am so very happy for him.
Best Moment I Will Never Forget Is When Jr Won Texas Earnhardt Sr Pushed People Aside And Ran To The Winner Circle To Hug And Celebrate With Jr On His First Win...
@@j9vlikz683 nope because the late great Davey Allison won 19 races in 8 years. JR won 26 races in 19 years. U good at math. Don’t come for me about nascar son. Try hockey
As a diehard dale Earnhardt fan i’ve always felt that Dale Junior and his siblings carried themselves with class and dignity after their father was killed. I think Junior did an excellent job in a extremely difficult situation. You can tell Junior loves our sport and is a great ambassador. Congratulations Dale well deserved!
Well put 👍 Sr. was my guy for so many years & after he died it was Jr. carrying that torch along with Martin Truex.....now I find myself not really watching a race aside from the condensed replays here as the cookie cutter tracks & lack of good personalities it's not what it once was in my view.
I believe Jr had an impact on Nascar similar to the impact Tiger Woods had on bringing new fans into golf. Dale Jr brought alot of new Nascar fans and helped keep the interest into Nascar at a time it was needed the most.
Man. I came late to the sport of auto racing, but there’s one guy that stands out to me with character, honesty, and yes love. And that’s this guy. What an impressive individual. We need more like him in this country as his dye cast was once common but now becoming rarer and rarer. I wish I would have watched him race, but he is very entertaining in the booth because he’s got an energy and honesty that is so interesting and enjoyable. Congrats to him and his family. Also his podcast is great too.
His grandparents his dad the whole family is very proud of him I was glad and always will be a dale jr fan he earn his place in the hall of fame not just because of his last name he earn that spot by being him own self
When he thanks all of us workers who were anonymous to his race weekend, I couldn't help but start getting emotional. Never had the chance to meet him but I respect him more and more everyday. Class act!
Junior will go down as one of the Hall of famers who have given back more to the sport than they ever took. I still think he's the most popular driver of all time.
what a joke .....jr. rides on his fathers fame and becomes the greatest nascar driver of all times.?? what a joke.......his actions tell me that he doesn't even believe it.....!!!
@@beckyumphrey2626 oh so now i have to love dale jr. cause i'm a joke.....jr. never even won a championship......i think i like kyle bush and kyle larson.....what a stupid person i am huh?
@@beckyumphrey2626 well thank-you for the kind words......surprised you didn't call me any nasty names....maybe we'll see each other at a race ....that larson or bush wins.....!!!..
Happy for you Dale Jr.. you totally deserve it. Your speech was spot on,,like always you are still my favorite nascar driver..Your daddy would be extremely proud of you
I am proud of the man Dale Jr. became! His dad would be turning flips right now! I can see that grin on his face! Dale Jr. has turned out just fine!! Wherever you go, whatever you do now is just icing on the cake now!!!
From him driving for the No. 8 car for DEI, from founding JR Motorsports, and coming a few inches close to winning the Cup Series Championship... and also just a humble, very down-to-earth guy, there is so much that he has done for the sport, and will continue to do, I'm proud and estatcic that you received the highest honor in NASCAR... you most certainly deserve this honor... there will never be anyone like Dale Earnhardt Jr ever again...
I remember when he started out. Partying and drinking with his buddies was his thing. It drove Sr crazy! But we've watched him grow into a responsible, professional adult and great ambassador for the sport. And through all his success and popularity, he remains a humble, down to earth good-hearted human being. His father would be beaming with pride to see how he turned out. Congratulations Dale Jr! Well deserved my friend!
You can't mention Daytona or Talladega and not have the name Earnhardt come to mind...it was honor to watch you put in work and take care of business. Congratulations on joining your dad in the Nascar Hall of Fame.
I’ve watched Jr drive a race car since I was 3 years old. I remember the 2001 win at the Pepsi 400. I was 3 years old but damn it I remember every lap. Every wreck and every connotation made to Dale Sr. as Jr drove that track like it was his backyard. If it’s any consolation to his fanbase I’d almost be willing to give my life up just so Jr. could have his dad there. There isn’t a man smiling harder.
I was a Dale Earnhardt fan since the mid 80's and had to share my allegiance between Dale E and Dale Jr. once Jr started racing in the 'big leagues'. When 'big E' was killed my total allegiance turned to Dale Jr.. Even though he is not racing anymore, I will always be a fan of his for life. Met him a number of times at Dale E Chevrolet, at a food place in Mooresville NC, Red Wings ball field in Rochester NY, and of course at DEI during their open houses.These times I will never forget. Fantastic speech in honoring those people who have meant so much in your career and life ! Your accomplishments speak for themselves. Congratulations Dale Jr., your induction into the Nascar Hall of Fame is well deserved !
WHEN IT COMES FROM THE HEART ITS EASY TO SAY AND SPEAK IT THAT WAS ONE OF THE MOST HEARTFELT AND SENCERITY SPEECHES EVER BAR NONE TOP ECHELON PERSON DALE JR..
My care for watching races kinda went away once Dale Jarrett retired. I was more of a casual fan I'd say. I never paid much attention to Dale Srs or Jr's wins or losses. I did however happen to watch that 2001 Daytona 500. I was shocked that the wreck I saw, took his life, especially compared to other wrecks I'd seen. Like many, I felt sick. From then forward, being the casual fan I was, I didn't run to the TV every Sunday, but I always wanted Jr to do well. Especially when he Ironically, started driving the #88. Then, I started watching the Dale Jr Download. I became more than a casual fan of Dale Jr. Maybe it's because he talks like me (I'm from NC) and seems down to earth like most of us...but there's just something about him. It's tough not to like him. I love the stories that he tells and conjures up with his guests. I love the way he talks about his dad with respect but at the same time is just plain honest that he was a man just like the rest of us and made mistakes in life too. Junior has more money than many of us put together will ever hold. But.....you can't tell it. Not one bit. That's a great indicator of a man's soul. Congrats to him and his family and congrats to the sport for having a superstar that still cares about the fans and the sports well-being.
Respect Dale Jr and his contributions to this world. What a great guy he has proven to be. Could not be prouder if he were my own Grandson. Blessings to him and his loved ones. So sorry his Mammaw passed before his induction.
This was just awesome. I have never met Jr but just like his Dad it feels as if i have. What a humble, well spoken an appreciative person he has become. Just imagine being the son of the intimidator, how hard that could have been. He had to continually work to prove himself to his Dad the fans and to himself. He carried the sport on his back after losing his own father and in turn he stepped out of any shadows and became his own man, a seemingly great husband, father and man. He's a legend of this sport and this is without a doubt WELL deserved 👏
I couldn’t even watch this whole video without tears of joy welling up in my eyes. So proud for Dale making it into the HOF with a bunch of the other greats, among the likes of his daddy. Jr. Nation always has and always will be alive and well!!
Congratulations to Dale Earnhardt, Jr.!!! 🏁 Xfinity - 🏆🏆 I grew up following the Earnhardts as a toddler and seeing both of them the Hall of Fame feels well deserved
Love you Dale. I lost my Dad in January of 2004 and that next month while I watched in tears you won the Daytona 500. Thanks for giving me some Joy in such a terrible time. Always a fan
Wonderfully conducted. Thoroughly admire the authenticity of Dale and his humble acknowledgements to all of those who are due. He carried quite a burden as the son in the shadow of his fathers spectacular achievements but cut a path all his own and did so admirably. He seems to be the kind of guy that regular people could all call a friend. That in addition to his professional accolades is perhaps the greatest success of all. Being able to appeal to and relate with all walks of life. Both thumbs up 👍👍
I am so proud of Jr. Yes, he never won a cup championship. But he never had to. He has done so much to be legendary in his own way. So congratulations Jr in your induction to the hall of fame. You have definitely earned it. This Bud is for you!🍻
This man and his father is got me into nascar... I started watching a year or 2 before Sr passed ..... He would be so proud of his son and it's a crime he wasn't here to witness this!
Seeing the man Jr. has become is amazing. Father, racing legend, ambassador for an awesome sport, and now a hall of famer, well done Dale. It is very obvious but I'm sure seeing this moment from above brought a tear of pride and joy from Dale Sr's eye.
Dale you laid it all out there!!! That’s why JR. Nation loves you so much!! Congratulations you deserve to be in the HALL OF FAME WITH ALL THE GREAT PEOPLE NOT JUST DRIVERS IN THE HALL BUT ALL WHO MADE THE ROAD TOO THE NASCAR HALL OF FAME. YOUR DAD is very proud of you Jr. Your dad was a tough man but he loved you like no other. The only thing I think your father made a mistake on was the Transfer Of DEI. Inc. Anyone who knew your family knew that was your Birth Right Until the Ice Woman Thought she was the one to call the shots. Your life is on of a kind and there will always be looked at on how to pick yourself up off the ground and come out on top!’ Way to go 8 we will always love and care for You!!! We need a NEW SON!!! Dale III
Congratulations Junior! True ambassador for the sport. Great job recognizing all the wonderful people who helped you along the way. Keep up the great work and enthusiasm.
What a gift he is to the NASCAR fans. The only person like him I can think of would have to be John Madden. Someone who knows the history, the people, and is truly invested in the sport. We are deeply fortunate to have someone around like Dale Jr.
As a diehard fan of sr and Jr, this was the best speech I've ever heard from Jr and I can't stop holding back the tears when he thanked us his fans of supporting him and having his back. And we surely did 💯 %!!!
One of best people we’ve all been gifted with. There’s nothing to say to the people who bad mouth this man. Stats aren’t what put people in the hall of fame like so many dense fans believe. He’s had such an impact on the sport as a whole and I’ll forever be a fan of everything he’s done on and off the track.
Irregardless of his stats, which are pretty damn good!, Jr deserves his induction. His humbleness alone despite being a multi-millionaire and a superstar of the sport is refreshing. He hasn’t forgotten where he came from and how he got here! His respect for his fans, friends, employees, and family is a breath of fresh air especially when you look among some of these other rich spoiled brats we have today. Congrats Dale!
Even though he didn't win as many races or championships as his dad, He is above and beyond his dad in so many ways.! So much more admiration, for the people.! Not only in Nascar, but the people who helped him get where he's at today.! You don't have to win a bunch of races, or championships, to become a winner, just a great man that acknowledges the help to get him there.
I'm so happy Dale Jr loves the sport as much or more as fans do. We're so lucky to have him be so open and add so much to the lore and history of the sport. I didn't appreciate Dale as a driver as much as I could have, but him taking his steps into ownership and his podcast are vital for connecting NASCAR's past to its future. Thanks, Dale. Keep adding to your legacy. You deserve it, and we appreciate it.
Congratulations to Dale Jr 💙he definitely deserves to be in the hall of fame ❤️ plus I enjoy watching the Dale Jr download and lost speedways as well ☺️
Jr. may have gotten through that speech without crying, but I sure as Hell didn't. Congratulations, Dale. You have earned your place in the NASCAR HOF.
Lost interest several year ago, but will always be a part of Junior nation. He speaks for many of us whose lives were changed by the people who held us accountable. Love the download
Why is it that I feel like I'm witnessing an end of an era in NASCAR racing? I don't think this sport will ever have the popularity or color or excitement it did in the days I think that were NASCAR's best and that was the time between the end of the 80's up until February of 2021. This new NASCAR is so unlike what it was then and I have to admit I don't care for it much. I also must admit I was never much of an Earnhardt fan over the years but there is no denying this family's contribution to this sport and I have come to like and respect Dale Jr. as a person and he does add a lot to the race broadcasts. He's always smiling, laughing, cutting up and having a good time with his companions.
An incredible man and human being, an amazing ambassador for this sport I love so much, and a great role model. Dale Jr., that’s the best speech I’ve ever witnessed. You’re so deserving of this honor, and I adore you and Amy as a couple. Congratulations! I know your mom and dad are beaming in Heaven at seeing what a great man they raised.
This touched me in a few ways. Dale Jr. is one of the few people that give this speech without using a teleprompter which means this speech came from his heart. For me it was not about how many races he won or championships. He was just a really good hearted person that cared more about everyone else than himself. As a fan you couldn't ask for a better role model who always thanked the fans who not only supported him but supported the sport. Carrying around that name his entire had to be enormous pressure but he humbled himself and moved on. I can honestly say I admire this young man for who he became and how he gave back to the fans that followed him and his fathers legacy. There were many times through wins, losses and death him and his father had me in tears. Jr I salute you and from this retired sailor wish you Fair Winds and Following Seas.
@@howardtonio9262 How sad does your life have to be for you to feel the need to comment stuff like this under every positive comment? People are allowed to cheer for a driver for more than their success on track. Grow up. Jimmy will get in without a doubt when he's eligible, calm down and let people enjoy things.
@@hunterspadaro290 ok that mean If anyone win 26 races or better get into the nascar hall of fame. 26 races man please. The late great Davey Allison would run circles around that clown
@@howardtonio9262 Yeah. You've said that. Repeatedly. Nobody's talking about him right now, though. Jr may not have had the success but he was a huge part of progressing the sport and bringing more eyes to it. He also holds the record for most consecutive wins at Talladega and won the 500 twice so he's not just some bum. Once again, just because you don't like something doesn't mean that it's immediately wrong. Give it a rest.
I've been a fan of Jr since the very first time seeing him on the racetrack! Being a similar age as he is, I always felt like he was so easy to cheer for, almost like a friend I never met yet... I've sat in his old Bud 8 car once at a concert, lost the picture unfortunately it was pre cell phone tech... I hope to someday meet my hero/friend & have a beer with him! Congratulations Dale Jr on the achievement of a lifetime! Nobody can ever take it away, you're a HOF'er forever enshrined!!
Flooded with so many thoughts... Early on, it was clear that Jr was consistently one of the best interviews in the sport, honest, insightful, candid ... quite refreshing really. Over time, his phenomenal development... in all phases of his life, should be an absolute inspiration to all. Living in a fishbowl, under constant intense pressure and scrutiny, despite all that ... he's still grown both professionally and personally. His Daddy would certainly be proud. We nearly lost him, both to head injuries, as well as dangerously close brush with death, in a firey jet crash landing with wife, baby girl, and their dog... barely escaped. He's morphing into the sports leading historian, and that level of knowledge and experience is growing more and more with every long form interview he performs. Best of luck Jr, to you and all those you care about. Without question, your Daddy would be very proud.
thank you, Steve Park & Jeff Green for developing innovative Technlogies in the racecar's geometry, that most assuredly drove Dale to Back 2 Back Busch Series Championships and helped pave a way for "this future". sometimes things are- as they are - Marty, "the future is what you make of it so make it a good one" Great Scott. the results don't always show until you get far enough away to look back at it's history. Dale's path shows us that "those steps"- if missed - would have resulted in a much different outcome DEI / Hendrick etc.. Rick Lost a son, Dale Jr. lost a father... seemed like the match was made in heaven so to speak. congratulations on your enshrinement into The Nascar Hall Of Fame much anticipation to hear some more of "Red Farmers Racing all-maniac" stories. "reminds me of the tnn racers reunion.. " hummm maybe a download idea.. like Neil Bonnett's WINNERS ... ps love the dale jr. download its like a teamspeak channel to the entire world!!!.. wow... now thats a mic check.. your Racing Fan from Langley Speedway in Virginia,
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Seeing Junior’s growth as a driver, owner, commentator, and man throughout his career is exactly the reason I and so many others look up to him. I’m so happy for him to be recognized by the sport and have this moment.
You said that perfectly. Such growth. Such an inspiration.
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@@MarkRLePage he ain’t nothing. Jimmy Johnson waayyyy better. The bum get in because his daddy
@@howardtonio9262 Oh really? What did he say at 6:27 then?
@@hudsboy1049 I don’t care. He only won 26 races in his lifetime. The late great Davey Allison would run circles around that clown
I’m a bigger fan of Juniors after his racing days were over. He earned this honor himself from being a great human being.
I will second that.....well deserved
Indeed
Jr has done more for Nascar since retiring as a driver. I was never a fan as a driver, but I view him differently now
He is a great ambassador and a great human being. He may not have the same success on track as his father, but his father would have been proud how far he has promoted the sport.
@@kramnull8962 why all the hate
If Dale Sr was still alive and was there for him, I would see Dale Sr in tears.
Nah... but he'd be damn proud
@@joshpitts7256 Yes but also happy tears.
@@joshpitts7256 Which is exactly why he'd be in tears
You do realize he was not a very good father to his kids.
@@outlaw67111 I thought Dale's wife was an idiot.
Just look at this man, beaming with pride and happiness, smiling all the way through. Awesome to see him get inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame! Great speech too, had me tearing up and laughing and smiling over here. I became a fan of Dale Jr in 1998, and will be forever. I look forward to what he will continue to bring to the sport! Can't wait for the new season of the Dale Jr Download as well!
Everything Chuck said,spot on.
@@lunemagick2903 same.
@@user-cs3zs6jn1d Ditto!!
Well said!
@@DaltonBalkwill hi
Dale Jr. has been one of the best role models in all of sports and I applaud your enshrinement!
What a gracious, classy young man. Dale Jr. just delivered one of the finest speeches I have ever heard at a Hall of Fame award. I am so very happy for him.
What a wonderful speech from his heart.Dale Jr..your special in my book..!!
His dad would have been so proud of him. We’re lucky to have such a great ambassador of our sport.
Dale is smiling in heaven.
Best Moment I Will Never Forget Is When Jr Won Texas Earnhardt Sr Pushed People Aside And Ran To The Winner Circle To Hug And Celebrate With Jr On His First Win...
Well said Dale, you’re a class act. You’re continued commitment to the sport is something to be admired.
This bum got in because his daddy. Go Jimmy Johnson and the late great Davey Allison
@@howardtonio9262 didnt davey allison get in because of his daddy also?
@@howardtonio9262 I guess your mamma never taught you that if you ain't got nothing nice to say keep your dumbass mouth shut.
@@j9vlikz683 nope because the late great Davey Allison won 19 races in 8 years. JR won 26 races in 19 years. U good at math. Don’t come for me about nascar son. Try hockey
@@howardtonio9262 How many nascar championships did Davey Allison win
As a diehard dale Earnhardt fan i’ve always felt that Dale Junior and his siblings carried themselves with class and dignity after their father was killed. I think Junior did an excellent job in a extremely difficult situation. You can tell Junior loves our sport and is a great ambassador. Congratulations Dale well deserved!
Well put 👍 Sr. was my guy for so many years & after he died it was Jr. carrying that torch along with Martin Truex.....now I find myself not really watching a race aside from the condensed replays here as the cookie cutter tracks & lack of good personalities it's not what it once was in my view.
I believe Jr had an impact on Nascar similar to the impact Tiger Woods had on bringing new fans into golf. Dale Jr brought alot of new Nascar fans and helped keep the interest into Nascar at a time it was needed the most.
Nascar was created from “cookie cutter” short tracks
Dale Jr even in retirement is still the ambassador for Nascar.
Man. I came late to the sport of auto racing, but there’s one guy that stands out to me with character, honesty, and yes love. And that’s this guy. What an impressive individual. We need more like him in this country as his dye cast was once common but now becoming rarer and rarer. I wish I would have watched him race, but he is very entertaining in the booth because he’s got an energy and honesty that is so interesting and enjoyable. Congrats to him and his family. Also his podcast is great too.
His grandparents his dad the whole family is very proud of him I was glad and always will be a dale jr fan he earn his place in the hall of fame not just because of his last name he earn that spot by being him own self
When he thanks all of us workers who were anonymous to his race weekend, I couldn't help but start getting emotional. Never had the chance to meet him but I respect him more and more everyday. Class act!
Junior will go down as one of the Hall of famers who have given back more to the sport than they ever took. I still think he's the most popular driver of all time.
what a joke .....jr. rides on his fathers fame and becomes the greatest nascar driver of all times.?? what a joke.......his actions tell me that he doesn't even believe it.....!!!
@@mikeburton1703 you are a joke
@@beckyumphrey2626 oh so now i have to love dale jr. cause i'm a joke.....jr. never even won a championship......i think i like kyle bush and kyle larson.....what a stupid person i am huh?
@@mikeburton1703 you seem like a Kyle Busch kind of fan.........
@@beckyumphrey2626 well thank-you for the kind words......surprised you didn't call me any nasty names....maybe we'll see each other at a race ....that larson or bush wins.....!!!..
Happy for you Dale Jr.. you totally deserve it. Your speech was spot on,,like always you are still my favorite nascar driver..Your daddy would be extremely proud of you
His dad is looking at him from heaven and is so proud of him.
So proud of you Dale Jr.!
Same here where are you from if I may ask?
I am proud of the man Dale Jr. became! His dad would be turning flips right now! I can see that grin on his face! Dale Jr. has turned out just fine!! Wherever you go, whatever you do now is just icing on the cake now!!!
Such an ambassador for the sport and the man, husband, and father he's become has been incredible to watch. Junior nation! Congrats 👏 sir. ✌️
From him driving for the No. 8 car for DEI, from founding JR Motorsports, and coming a few inches close to winning the Cup Series Championship... and also just a humble, very down-to-earth guy, there is so much that he has done for the sport, and will continue to do, I'm proud and estatcic that you received the highest honor in NASCAR... you most certainly deserve this honor... there will never be anyone like Dale Earnhardt Jr ever again...
I remember when he started out. Partying and drinking with his buddies was his thing. It drove Sr crazy! But we've watched him grow into a responsible, professional adult and great ambassador for the sport. And through all his success and popularity, he remains a humble, down to earth good-hearted human being. His father would be beaming with pride to see how he turned out. Congratulations Dale Jr! Well deserved my friend!
Junior is truly a class act. I was more proud to witness his induction into the Hall Of Fame than I was his Daytona 500 wins. Congratulations Champ !
All class. Humble and thankful to all. God bless you Dale. Congratulations and thank you for the memories and for what you continue to contribute.
Dale Jr. has turned out to be a fine man. I know his father was and is proud of him and all his kids! Love you Dale Jr. as only a fan can!
This makes me feel good, I’m happy for him.
You can't mention Daytona or Talladega and not have the name Earnhardt come to mind...it was honor to watch you put in work and take care of business. Congratulations on joining your dad in the Nascar Hall of Fame.
You can’t help but root for this guy and like him. I’m very happy for him, and for his success.
Jr Nation proud!!! Congratulations Jr!!!
I’ve watched Jr drive a race car since I was 3 years old. I remember the 2001 win at the Pepsi 400. I was 3 years old but damn it I remember every lap. Every wreck and every connotation made to Dale Sr. as Jr drove that track like it was his backyard. If it’s any consolation to his fanbase I’d almost be willing to give my life up just so Jr. could have his dad there. There isn’t a man smiling harder.
This is gunna make me cry, I know Dale Sr. Is so proud
I was a Dale Earnhardt fan since the mid 80's and had to share my allegiance between Dale E and Dale Jr. once Jr started racing in the 'big leagues'. When 'big E' was killed my total allegiance turned to Dale Jr.. Even though he is not racing anymore, I will always be a fan of his for life. Met him a number of times at Dale E Chevrolet, at a food place in Mooresville NC, Red Wings ball field in Rochester NY, and of course at DEI during their open houses.These times I will never forget. Fantastic speech in honoring those people who have meant so much in your career and life ! Your accomplishments speak for themselves. Congratulations Dale Jr., your induction into the Nascar Hall of Fame is well deserved !
He has a God given talent public speaking. Phenomenal human being!!
Class act right there folks, Congratulations Dale Jr
Dale Junior is a class act and as humble as they come. We need more people like him in this world. Keep doing your thing ,Junior.
Well done Junebug, so happy for your success and tonight was so special for you, your family and your fans. We'll love all of you always.
Well done I have been a fan of him since
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Where are you writing from if I may ask?
WHEN IT COMES FROM THE HEART ITS EASY TO SAY AND SPEAK IT THAT WAS ONE OF THE MOST HEARTFELT AND SENCERITY SPEECHES EVER BAR NONE TOP ECHELON PERSON DALE JR..
My care for watching races kinda went away once Dale Jarrett retired. I was more of a casual fan I'd say. I never paid much attention to Dale Srs or Jr's wins or losses. I did however happen to watch that 2001 Daytona 500. I was shocked that the wreck I saw, took his life, especially compared to other wrecks I'd seen. Like many, I felt sick. From then forward, being the casual fan I was, I didn't run to the TV every Sunday, but I always wanted Jr to do well. Especially when he Ironically, started driving the #88. Then, I started watching the Dale Jr Download. I became more than a casual fan of Dale Jr. Maybe it's because he talks like me (I'm from NC) and seems down to earth like most of us...but there's just something about him. It's tough not to like him. I love the stories that he tells and conjures up with his guests. I love the way he talks about his dad with respect but at the same time is just plain honest that he was a man just like the rest of us and made mistakes in life too. Junior has more money than many of us put together will ever hold. But.....you can't tell it. Not one bit. That's a great indicator of a man's soul. Congrats to him and his family and congrats to the sport for having a superstar that still cares about the fans and the sports well-being.
Respect Dale Jr and his contributions to this world. What a great guy he has proven to be. Could not be prouder if he were my own Grandson. Blessings to him and his loved ones. So sorry his Mammaw passed before his induction.
This was just awesome. I have never met Jr but just like his Dad it feels as if i have. What a humble, well spoken an appreciative person he has become. Just imagine being the son of the intimidator, how hard that could have been. He had to continually work to prove himself to his Dad the fans and to himself. He carried the sport on his back after losing his own father and in turn he stepped out of any shadows and became his own man, a seemingly great husband, father and man. He's a legend of this sport and this is without a doubt WELL deserved 👏
I couldn’t even watch this whole video without tears of joy welling up in my eyes. So proud for Dale making it into the HOF with a bunch of the other greats, among the likes of his daddy. Jr. Nation always has and always will be alive and well!!
Dale is just one true class act! Congrats man, well deserved! 👏🏻
Congratulations to Dale Earnhardt, Jr.!!! 🏁
Xfinity - 🏆🏆
I grew up following the Earnhardts as a toddler and seeing both of them the Hall of Fame feels well deserved
Love you Dale. I lost my Dad in January of 2004 and that next month while I watched in tears you won the Daytona 500. Thanks for giving me some Joy in such a terrible time. Always a fan
Wonderfully conducted. Thoroughly admire the authenticity of Dale and his humble acknowledgements to all of those who are due. He carried quite a burden as the son in the shadow of his fathers spectacular achievements but cut a path all his own and did so admirably. He seems to be the kind of guy that regular people could all call a friend. That in addition to his professional accolades is perhaps the greatest success of all. Being able to appeal to and relate with all walks of life. Both thumbs up 👍👍
I am so proud of Jr. Yes, he never won a cup championship. But he never had to. He has done so much to be legendary in his own way. So congratulations Jr in your induction to the hall of fame. You have definitely earned it. This Bud is for you!🍻
Congrats Jr. I’ve been a fan of you since I started watching the sport and I’m so glad to see you in the hall of fame. 100% deserved it
What a honor it was growing up and watching Dale Jr and what he has become.
WHAT A GREAT SPEECH DALE !!!!!! 🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
This man and his father is got me into nascar... I started watching a year or 2 before Sr passed ..... He would be so proud of his son and it's a crime he wasn't here to witness this!
Seeing the man Jr. has become is amazing. Father, racing legend, ambassador for an awesome sport, and now a hall of famer, well done Dale.
It is very obvious but I'm sure seeing this moment from above brought a tear of pride and joy from Dale Sr's eye.
Dale you laid it all out there!!!
That’s why JR. Nation loves you so much!!
Congratulations you deserve to be in the HALL OF FAME WITH ALL THE GREAT PEOPLE NOT JUST DRIVERS IN THE HALL BUT ALL WHO MADE THE ROAD TOO THE NASCAR HALL OF FAME.
YOUR DAD is very proud of you Jr.
Your dad was a tough man but he loved you like no other. The only thing I think your father made a mistake on was the Transfer Of DEI. Inc.
Anyone who knew your family knew that was your Birth Right Until the Ice Woman
Thought she was the one to call the shots.
Your life is on of a kind and there will always be looked at on how to pick yourself up off the ground and come out on top!’
Way to go 8 we will always love and care for You!!! We need a NEW SON!!!
Dale III
Congratulations Junior! True ambassador for the sport. Great job recognizing all the wonderful people who helped you along the way. Keep up the great work and enthusiasm.
What a gift he is to the NASCAR fans. The only person like him I can think of would have to be John Madden. Someone who knows the history, the people, and is truly invested in the sport. We are deeply fortunate to have someone around like Dale Jr.
How do you not like and respect Dale Jr. So much class. 🙏
As a diehard fan of sr and Jr, this was the best speech I've ever heard from Jr and I can't stop holding back the tears when he thanked us his fans of supporting him and having his back. And we surely did 💯 %!!!
One of best people we’ve all been gifted with. There’s nothing to say to the people who bad mouth this man. Stats aren’t what put people in the hall of fame like so many dense fans believe. He’s had such an impact on the sport as a whole and I’ll forever be a fan of everything he’s done on and off the track.
Great Speech! So well Deserved!!! Congratulations 🎉
Congratulations to him
Where are you chatting from if I may ask?
Irregardless of his stats, which are pretty damn good!, Jr deserves his induction. His humbleness alone despite being a multi-millionaire and a superstar of the sport is refreshing. He hasn’t forgotten where he came from and how he got here! His respect for his fans, friends, employees, and family is a breath of fresh air especially when you look among some of these other rich spoiled brats we have today. Congrats Dale!
Junior has a huge heart and great love for all. Thanks for being so gracious
Dale jr was my all time favorite nascar driver and it’s so good to see him enter the nascar hall of fame!!!
Congrats on the Hall of Fame Jr. U deserve this and your father would be proud of you ♥️♥️
You led every lap of that speech, well done Dale, and thank you for who you are and what you do for this sport. We love you!
Even though he didn't win as many races or championships as his dad, He is above and beyond his dad in so many ways.! So much more admiration, for the people.! Not only in Nascar, but the people who helped him get where he's at today.! You don't have to win a bunch of races, or championships, to become a winner, just a great man that acknowledges the help to get him there.
Congratulations, Dale. You deserve it
Class , class class. His love for his sport is unrivaled.. congratulations Jr.. and family
I'm so happy Dale Jr loves the sport as much or more as fans do. We're so lucky to have him be so open and add so much to the lore and history of the sport. I didn't appreciate Dale as a driver as much as I could have, but him taking his steps into ownership and his podcast are vital for connecting NASCAR's past to its future.
Thanks, Dale. Keep adding to your legacy. You deserve it, and we appreciate it.
What a guy. Go Dale.
Congratulations to Dale Jr 💙he definitely deserves to be in the hall of fame ❤️ plus I enjoy watching the Dale Jr download and lost speedways as well ☺️
Me too ✋️
@@michaeljenkins746 aww 💖 thank you 🤗❤️
Awesome speech. Congratulations on your Hall of Fame induction, you definitely deserve and earned this induction.
Congrats to the best man that was ever behind the wheel in my eyes. So much adversity, pressure to succeed and trauma. Always loved junior.
Jr. may have gotten through that speech without crying, but I sure as Hell didn't.
Congratulations, Dale. You have earned your place in the NASCAR HOF.
Lost interest several year ago, but will always be a part of Junior nation. He speaks for many of us whose lives were changed by the people who held us accountable. Love the download
This will always be junior nation!! Hell yeah dale
This was awesome he very well deserves it and definitely belongs beside his dad
Why is it that I feel like I'm witnessing an end of an era in NASCAR racing? I don't think this sport will ever have the popularity or color or excitement it did in the days I think that were NASCAR's best and that was the time between the end of the 80's up until February of 2021. This new NASCAR is so unlike what it was then and I have to admit I don't care for it much. I also must admit I was never much of an Earnhardt fan over the years but there is no denying this family's contribution to this sport and I have come to like and respect Dale Jr. as a person and he does add a lot to the race broadcasts. He's always smiling, laughing, cutting up and having a good time with his companions.
He was iconic when he droved the number 8, Red Budweiser Nascar.
That was an awesome speech and well deserved
Congrats Dale Jr., well deserved.
That bum got in because his daddy. Jimmy Johnson waaayyyy better
@@howardtonio9262 Well I can't argue with that one, Tony Stewart also was the best driver too.
@@AlanFernandoGamino thank u.
@@AlanFernandoGamino and the late great Davey Allison
@@howardtonio9262 Yes that one too, same goes to Dale Sr.
Congrats Junior WELL WELL DESERVED
An incredible man and human being, an amazing ambassador for this sport I love so much, and a great role model. Dale Jr., that’s the best speech I’ve ever witnessed. You’re so deserving of this honor, and I adore you and Amy as a couple. Congratulations! I know your mom and dad are beaming in Heaven at seeing what a great man they raised.
What a class act and true gentleman. Way to go JR you've definitely earned it bud
You could tell he almost broke down when he mentioned his dad. He was with you tonight Jr. Probably had his arm around you the whole time.
He ain’t jack shit he got in because his daddy
@@howardtonio9262 the sad unspoken truth
@@moobear_06 the late great Davey Allison would run circle around him
@@howardtonio9262 wrong
@@zach2280 u don’t know racing son. He only won 26 races. A untrained pet monkey can do that
Dale jr is a Champion in NASCAR end life he so deserves to be in the NASCAR Hall of Fame congratulations Dale Earnhardt Junior
Ya did it ..I'm very proud and with Jr Nation backing ya up ..we will see you at Daytona in 2023 we love ya and we miss ya Jr
Well done and well deserved for everything he has done for the sport. Sr. would be extremely proud
Congratulations Dale,and to all who helped along the way.I'm ready for the season and Dirty Mo.
Good for him! Great guy. Ambassador for the sport and historian of the sport! Well deserved 💪
This touched me in a few ways. Dale Jr. is one of the few people that give this speech without using a teleprompter which means this speech came from his heart. For me it was not about how many races he won or championships. He was just a really good hearted person that cared more about everyone else than himself. As a fan you couldn't ask for a better role model who always thanked the fans who not only supported him but supported the sport. Carrying around that name his entire had to be enormous pressure but he humbled himself and moved on. I can honestly say I admire this young man for who he became and how he gave back to the fans that followed him and his fathers legacy. There were many times through wins, losses and death him and his father had me in tears. Jr I salute you and from this retired sailor wish you Fair Winds and Following Seas.
15 years ago you couldn’t get more than a few words in a post race interview from Jr and now he can’t stop talking lol!
Been junior fan since I was in middle school along with my childhood friend. Always been our favorite driver.
He ain’t never won nothing. The bum got on because his daddy. Go Jimmy Johnson
@@howardtonio9262 How sad does your life have to be for you to feel the need to comment stuff like this under every positive comment? People are allowed to cheer for a driver for more than their success on track. Grow up. Jimmy will get in without a doubt when he's eligible, calm down and let people enjoy things.
@@hunterspadaro290 ok that mean If anyone win 26 races or better get into the nascar hall of fame. 26 races man please. The late great Davey Allison would run circles around that clown
@@howardtonio9262 Yeah. You've said that. Repeatedly. Nobody's talking about him right now, though. Jr may not have had the success but he was a huge part of progressing the sport and bringing more eyes to it. He also holds the record for most consecutive wins at Talladega and won the 500 twice so he's not just some bum. Once again, just because you don't like something doesn't mean that it's immediately wrong. Give it a rest.
@@hunterspadaro290 hes just upset that JR laughs at him all the way to the bank, oh wait, JR doesnt even know this loser exists.
I've been a fan of Jr since the very first time seeing him on the racetrack! Being a similar age as he is, I always felt like he was so easy to cheer for, almost like a friend I never met yet... I've sat in his old Bud 8 car once at a concert, lost the picture unfortunately it was pre cell phone tech... I hope to someday meet my hero/friend & have a beer with him! Congratulations Dale Jr on the achievement of a lifetime! Nobody can ever take it away, you're a HOF'er forever enshrined!!
Dale Jr about time . The you was there way before now . You are what nascar is and what makes nascar what it is.congrates on the hall of Fame .
So well deserved, the Best of the Best. Like Father, like Son. Congrats Dale Jr. we love you!
I was never a Jr fan, but loved to watch him race. I really enjoy his podcast series and the history he shows us
Flooded with so many thoughts...
Early on, it was clear that Jr was consistently one of the best interviews in the sport, honest, insightful, candid ... quite refreshing really.
Over time, his phenomenal development... in all phases of his life, should be an absolute inspiration to all. Living in a fishbowl, under constant intense pressure and scrutiny, despite all that ... he's still grown both professionally and personally.
His Daddy would certainly be proud.
We nearly lost him, both to head injuries, as well as dangerously close brush with death, in a firey jet crash landing with wife, baby girl, and their dog... barely escaped.
He's morphing into the sports leading historian, and that level of knowledge and experience is growing more and more with every long form interview he performs.
Best of luck Jr, to you and all those you care about.
Without question, your Daddy would be very proud.
thank you, Steve Park & Jeff Green
for developing innovative Technlogies in the racecar's geometry,
that most assuredly drove Dale to Back 2 Back Busch Series Championships and helped pave a way for "this future".
sometimes things are- as they are - Marty, "the future is what you make of it so make it a good one" Great Scott.
the results don't always show until you get far enough away to look back at it's history.
Dale's path shows us that "those steps"- if missed - would have resulted in a much different outcome
DEI / Hendrick etc.. Rick Lost a son, Dale Jr. lost a father...
seemed like the match was made in heaven so to speak.
congratulations on your enshrinement into The Nascar Hall Of Fame
much anticipation to hear some more of "Red Farmers Racing all-maniac" stories.
"reminds me of the tnn racers reunion.. "
hummm maybe a download idea.. like Neil Bonnett's WINNERS ...
ps love the dale jr. download its like a teamspeak channel to the entire world!!!.. wow... now thats a mic check..
your Racing Fan from Langley Speedway in Virginia,
Well deserved Jr. Thanks for all you do.
Congratulations on your hall of fame Dale jr
Congrats to Dale 👍