Michael Annett, a former NASCAR driver, has died, his former team, JR Motorsports, announced Friday.
He was 39.
No cause of death was announced for Annett, who drove for that team in the Xfinity Series from 2017-21.
But fellow NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski wrote on X that he is “glad [Annett] is no longer suffering.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Annett family with the passing of our friend Michael Annett,” JR Motorsports posted on the social media site. “Michael was a key member of JRM from 2017 until he retired in 2021 and was an important part in turning us into the four-car organization we remain today.”
Annett, an Iowa native, made more than 400 career starts in NASCAR’s three national touring series following his debut in 2008, including an Xfinity Series victory at Daytona International Speedway in 2019 — the lone national victory of his career, according to NASCAR.com.
His best season in the Xfinity Series was 2012, while driving for Richard Petty Motorsports, with six top-five finishes and a fifth-place ranking in the points standings.
Annett suffered a stress fracture in his right leg in 2021, his final professional season.
“NASCAR is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former NASCAR driver Michael Annett,” NASCAR said in a statement. “Michael was a respected competitor whose determination, professionalism, and positive spirit were felt by everyone in the garage.
“Throughout his career, he represented our sport with integrity and the passion of a true racer. NASCAR extends its condolences to Michael’s family and many friends.”
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