Jim Irsay, the owner of the Indianapolis Colts, passed away at the age of 65 on Wednesday. The Colts organization confirmed his death in a statement, expressing their devastation at the loss of their 'beloved Owner & CEO.' The statement highlighted Irsay's unwavering dedication to the team, his commitment to the community, and his deep love for his family.

Irsay became the sole owner of the Colts in 1997, inheriting the team from his father after previously being named the youngest general manager in franchise history in 1984 when the team relocated from Baltimore to Indianapolis. His ownership era was marked by significant on-field accomplishments, including 14 playoff appearances within a 16-year span from 1999 to 2014. Central to this success were quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Andrew Luck, under whose leadership the Colts consistently established themselves as one of the NFL's elite franchises. Notably, the team captured Super Bowl XLI in the 2006 season, which remains the only championship won by Indianapolis since its move to the city.

Beyond his contributions to football, Irsay was also recognized for his passion for music and philanthropy. He formed the Jim Irsay Band, performing across various locations, and was an avid collector of music artifacts, amassing items from legendary artists such as Bob Dylan, The Beatles, and Jimi Hendrix. Furthermore, Irsay launched the 'Kicking the Stigma' initiative in 2020 to promote awareness of mental health issues and combat stigma associated with mental illness. Through this program, he inspired others to discuss their mental health openly and advocated for support for nonprofit organizations nationwide. Irsay is survived by three daughters, ten grandchildren, and his ex-wife.