At 77, Darrell Waltrip FINALLY Reveals Dale Earnhardt’s Last Words Before the Crash

At 77, Darrell Waltrip FINALLY Reveals Dale Earnhardt’s Last Words Before the Crash

Discover the untold story behind one of NASCAR's most heartbreaking moments. In an emotional and candid interview, Darrell Waltrip, at 77 years old, finally shares the last words of his close friend and racing legend, Dale Earnhardt, just moments before the tragic crash that shook the world. Get an insider’s perspective on their friendship, the final race, and the legacy that continues to inspire millions. Don’t miss this exclusive behind-the-scenes revelation—hit play now!

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[iconicfiguress]

What a powerful story! Hearing Darrell Waltrip talk about Dale Earnhardt is so emotional. What are your thoughts on Dale’s legacy? Let’s discuss in the comments!

[tylerhampton]

Was at that race and was listening to Dale Sr on the scanner. His last words he spoke entering turn 3 was “ tell them to stay in line and stay low”. Referring to Michael and Jr.

[sendit]

His last words on tv were ...your gonna get to see something today you ain't never seen before....when he said that for some reason it gave me chills.ive never forget it.

[juniorsutton]

I remember that day like it was yesterday. I met Dale on pit road before the military tribute before the race an shook his hand telling him that he’s always been my hero and as I turned to walk away he put that arm around me in that headlock of a hug and said he was no hero that I was the true hero of his an many others

[mhb]

This race was also DW's first race as a FULL TIME broadcaster. The last thing he said on the broadcast before Fox signed off was, "I don't like what I'm seeing." He knew.

[leggbert]

This was the last NASCAR race I ever listened to, watched, gave a damn about, NASCAR died with Dale that day, it’s never been the same since

[ghale]

I remember watching it on tv that day. My stepdad was a huge fan of his. We never missed a race on Sunday afternoon for the 10 years I was in his life up until that day. He didn’t watch after that. He’s a strong guy, hunts and loves fishing and anything outdoors, but he can get emotional. I still remember him crying when Mike Helton made that announcement. He still doesn’t follow NASCAR, and I don’t either, but for me it’s more about the spirit of the sport has changed so much. It’s no longer about the driver and his team making the best car they can, anyway they can (and get away with it), and driving as fast as they can for 4 or 5 hundred miles. Now it’s more “fair”. To me, it’s just watered down.

[toddoxendine]

I was watching the Daytona 500 that fateful day. That was the only time I cried for someone I didn't know personally.

[joshowens]

One of my heroes..As a Bama kid growing up going to Talladega in the early 90's it was Earnhardt country. He won 10 races there. When he took the lead there's nothing like that many people screaming at the top of their lungs. He died when I was 14 years old as I watched on television and it was like a part of a family died. NASCAR has never been the same. Junior carried that Dega legacy in the years after winning 4 straight. It's like Dale was with him and since Junior left I haven't watched a full race.#3

[cavillac]

I was a faithful follower of Nascar my whole life until that tragic day, the sport has never been the same and imo never will be, I couldn't believe what I witnessed & what I heard from Mike Helton, I cried for days after Dale's death, emotions are high as I write these words, I miss him everyday as if he were part of my family bc essentially he was every Sunday without fail, Dale embodied Nascar and all it stood for, for he was a living legend in my eyes, my hero my mentor, my God if you will, rest easy Dale 🕊🖤#3 #8 #15 the world is not the same without you.

[wbdonnie]

I watched NASCAR every weekend with my dad and was raised a Ford guy because of my family influence. Thing is I always respected Dale Earnhardt! I watched that race in my parent's basement and was thinking he's blocking the cars to help his son win, which was a special moment. I went about my business then came back to check the TV and they said he had been lost.... really never felt so bad about someone I wasn't a fan of, but this tragedy was the very shocking and I will never forget it. My interest in NASCAR Faded somewhat after that, the whole group of drivers I grew up watching were disappearing. I used to know all the names by car number. Later I owned used 1992 Chevy Lumina Coupe Z34, wife had 1996 Monte Carlo, also 2007 Monte, which got stolen from our garage! Now I have owned 3 Ford Explorers, and wife has a Lincoln MKZ, so we are back to Fords but now my dad is on his 2nd Tahoe. Go figure, SMH! I don't ever plan to own a foreign model vehicle and i think some of that pride comes from watching NASCAR...Hmm.

[Markdc]

If you were from N.
C. Dale would speak to you like a good old boy. I found that out at Martinsville Speedway. I was in the Modifieds, team manager. He asked how we're were running, i said faster than you. He hugged my neck and said I sure hope so. Modifieds are the fastest cars in NASCAR. We both had a great laugh over that comment!!

[galupa]

My grandfather died that same day and I believe he was watching this race like he did every week.

[TheWynch]

We miss Dale, we were one of his rivals fans and he was always easy to complain about when he beat your guy. But how many people get to go out doing what they live for ? We watched the event happen on TV, it seemed like just the typical crash, we waited to see him climb out of the car and head for the guy that put him in the wall. Then the call for help and something told us his race was run. Very sad day.

[fordenginebuildersvpower]

I always admired Dale! He was a good friend’

[zitterich]

IT does make sense, I have been around some who had died within days, and they all had a very calm, but loving care to themselves and the people around them. Almost as if they knew the end was near, and they were simply taking it all in, rejoicing in their life. My family has been involved in sprint car racing our entire lives, and my dad raced sprint cars from 1981 to 2001. In fact, my dad was the same age as Earnhardt, both born in 1951, and in 1986, I witnessed a death at Huset Speedway when Bill Rook lost control of his sprint car and flipped end over end, over the back stretch wall. I remember my dad sitting afterwards stunned, losing a friend(s), that night. But it was stories I heard years later, people close to Bill Rook, who was fast becoming a great sprint car driver during the 80's. People who were close to Bill Rook, often said, he acted differently that day, leading to his death. He woke up and he did things very differently that day, spent more time with family, was more relaxed, and just did things that he normally did not do prior to racing that evening. As the race went on, a 20 lap, feature, he went into the night as the point leader, but you could tell something was not right, the track was very aggressive, wet, and tacky this evening due to rain. Bill Rook spent much of the race towards the back of the pack, and on the last lap, his right rear tire hit the cushion, very thick, 6 inches tall, it upset the car and led it to collide with the turn 2 wall, where he flipped up and over the catch fence, landing on top of two track employees, The roll cage torn from the car thanks to an I-Beam that held up the back gate. An I-beam that basically took the life of a legendary driver in my local area. But the stories I hear afterwards, the way Bill Rook acted that day prior the accident, is nearly the same as we hear today of Dale Earnhardt. Very relaxed, enjoying the moment, and just soaking in all the excitement of his life. So there is some truth to the thought, that "WE" may know our time is near, and we begin to do things differently to say our goodbyes. As for those final laps, I believe both drivers knew, they were soaking it all in during their last days, last moments of life, while Dale Earnhardt was sitting there helping his teammates maintain their positions, he got caught up in the moment of trying to make maneuvers to maintain his spot, and it led to upsetting the car in those final moments, the same was true for Bill Rook, in those final moments, I believe, for a split second, he slightly made a mistake at the wheel, that led to upsetting the car leading it to lose control that evening. Both drivers resilient in their careers, calm at the end, but rejoicing in during that day, of what they had accomplished. When it is your time, I am a true believer, you know it is your time. God speaks to us...he sends guardian angels that final day, to remain with you until the very end, keeping your calm, relaxed, and thankful for life.
- Mike Zitterich

[MrGoaljudge]

HANS Device and a Full Face Helmet could've made a big difference and Maybe saved His Life!
I was a Dale Earnhardt fan since the early 80's!! I balled My eyes out that day!!
That Race was the Day before My Birthday and I'll never forget Darrell Waltrip saying I hope He's OK, C'mon Dale please be OK!!
And Dale's Car was down on the Grass NOT at rest by the wall!!
It took many Years for Me to start watching Races again because after Dale passed away I just couldn't do it!!

[WVMothman]

As a fan of the sport in that era I was concerned that mounting deaths & injuries were becoming the norm after Kenny Irwin, Tony Roper, Adam Petty, & John Nemicheck lost their lives. At the same time it was inconceivable that somebody like Dale Earnhardt would become part of those statistics. Had NASCAR acted earlier with the safety equipment most of those drivers would still be with us.

[bradnerling]

Too bad his wife ended up with his company and wrecked it Truly sad.

[toristephens-iz]

I live in Kannapolis Nc let me tell you he will forever live on.