Why is Jim Irsay’s 2023 dance video with Colts players going viral after his death? Fans remember his vibrant spirit

Jim Irsay’s passing has left his fans heartbroken. The tragic news was announced by the Colts' social media page, stating he died peacefully in his sleep on May 21.

Since his passing, fans have been looking back at his old videos and photos, remembering him to celebrate his fun and lively spirit. One dance video, in particular, has resurfaced and is being shared widely on social media. Jim can be seen dancing in the locker room to Meek Mill along with the Colts players.

The video was uploaded in November 2023 by Jim Irsay himself on his social media after his team, the Indianapolis Colts, won against the Carolina Panthers.

Jim, who was seen in a blue blazer and black pants paired with a white shirt and blue polka dot tie, captioned the post with

"Hold up, wait a minute, ya’ll thought we were finished. - Meek Mill (and also me) 🏈🕺"

Netizens are commenting about how his energy and connection with the team made him stand out as an owner.

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Heartfelt tributes pour in as Jim Irsay’s dance video resurfaces

Fans are now sharing this video across social media, celebrating Jim Irsay’s joyful spirit, passion, and commitment to the game after his passing.

A user, @_MLFootball, on X wrote,

"WHOLESOME: Jim Irsay dancing in the locker room to Meek Mill with his players after a win. 🥹🥹🥹 Jim always loved his players and had a very special relationship with the local Indy community & fans across the world. THE #NFL WORLD LOST A LEGEND TODAY."

Another user, @TheSmooth_One, commented,

"RIP Jim Irsay. I feel like I lost someone due to the fact the Pats/Colts have soo much history together. He will be missed"

The Indiana sports fan page, @Indysports1812, wrote,

"The Indianapolis Colts wouldn’t exist without this man, thanks for everything boss RIP💙"

One more user, @gunkysworld, posted,

"RIP Jim Irsay. Loved the Colts till his last breath #ForTheShoe 🐎🐎"

Another Irsay fan, @DonShulaCorleon, said,

"RIP Jim Irsay. True football guy, through and through."

Jim Irsay's fans continue to flood social media with his memories, referring to him as more than just a team owner. The viral dance video uploaded by many of his fans depicts how deeply he was loved and the enormous impact he had on the football community.

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Jim Irsay was sixty-five years old. He has three daughters, Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt, and Kalen Jackson. They are vice chairs and co-owners of the Indianapolis Colts.