NEW YORK, April 21 (UPI) -- NASCAR reporter Steve Byrnes died Tuesday at age 56 after a long fight with cancer.
His death occurred two days after the Bristol Motor Speedway race which was named "Food City 500 in Support of Steve Byrnes."
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NEW YORK, April 21 (UPI) -- NASCAR reporter Steve Byrnes died Tuesday at age 56 after a long fight with cancer. His death occurred two days after the Bristol Motor Speedway race which was named "Food City 500 in Support of Steve Byrnes."
The hashtag #ByrnesStrong started on Twitter with family, friends and fans sharing their condolences.
My hope is Steve was able to see how much he was loved & appreciated by so many. Rest easy friend. Prayers to his family. #ByrnesStrong
— Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr) April 21, 2015
So hard to hold back the tears and emotion.. You were such a great man and amazing father.. Fun co-worker and the best friend #ByrnesStrong
— Elliott Sadler (@Elliott_Sadler) April 21, 2015
Byrnes' last tweet was thanks for all of the well wishes.
Thanks to all for a remarkable day, my teammates @NASCARONFOX. Miss you all. Thanks for your love. @SU2C @nascar and @BMSupdates. #1Fans!
— Steve Byrnes (@SteveByrnes12) April 20, 2015
"His indelible impact extended even to the millions of television viewers who watched him every week over the years, as evidenced by the outpouring of public support he received following his cancer diagnosis in August 2013. Steve became a tangible example of strength, courage and fortitude to all who witnessed his battle with cancer and his personal crusade to spend as many days as possible with Karen and Bryson," the family wrote in an announcement.
Byrnes is survived by wife Karen and son Bryson, 12.