BRISTOL, TN - APRIL 17:  Team owner Darrell Waltrip speaks to the media during a press conference prior to practice for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 17, 2015 in Bristol, Tennessee.  (Photo by Sarah Glenn/NASCAR via Getty Images)
BRISTOL, TN - APRIL 17: Team owner Darrell Waltrip speaks to the media during a press conference prior to practice for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 17, 2015 in Bristol, Tennessee. (Photo by Sarah Glenn/NASCAR via Getty Images)

Darrell Waltrip diagnosed with Frontotemporal Degeneration

A STATEMENT FROM DARRELL WALTRIP AND HIS FAMILY:

We wanted to share a health update with all of Darrell’s friends and fans who have supported him throughout his racing career. Recently, Darrell has been diagnosed with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) complicated by possible Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) — likely from injuries incurred during his racing career. While this disease will inevitably progress, thankfully it is currently limited to some minor noticeable symptoms. As a result, he will be stepping further away from the public limelight. Be assured, Darrell is happy and otherwise healthy – spending his time with his wife, Stevie, two daughters and his three young grandchildren. We are all grateful for your continued prayer, love and support!

Boogity! Boogity! Boogity!

Darrell, Stevie and Family