How did Bobby Unser aka Uncle Bobby die? Fans mourn racing legend's death: 'Godspeed to Indy’s favorite Uncle'

How did Bobby Unser die?

According to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS), the famous racer and broadcaster died at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is known to have died from natural causes. 

"RIP to a LEGEND. Today, the racing world mourns the passing of three-time Indianapolis 500 champion Bobby Unser. He was the total package - adored by fans, funny and charming, and a true champion. An icon, always remembered. Godspeed, racer," IMS tweeted from their official account. 

The legend, who was a member of multiple Halls of Fame in motorsports, was also fondly remembered by his ardent fans on social media. "The 1st to win the “500” in 3 different decades, while finishing last in his 1st start and 1st in his last start. One of racing’s most colorful, charismatic and engaging personalities. God Speed to Indy’s favorite Uncle. Bobby Unser. Legend," tweeted Indy 500 announcer Jake Query. 

"Will always remember the candid chats with legendary three-time #Indy500 winner Bobby Unser. He always kept it lively. And that's putting it mildly. RIP "Uncle Bobby," wrote Sports Illustrated editor Philip B. Wilson. 

ESPN writer Ryan McGee tweeted, "Godspeed to Uncle Bobby Unser. One of my favorite interviews of the last several years was sitting with the 3-time #Indy500 winner in 2018 to talk about his days as an ABC TV analyst."

"Uncle Bobby dying at the start of May wasn’t what I had in mind," a grieving fan tweeted.