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Larry Allen – a Dallas Cowboys legend and Hall of Famer – died suddenly at the age of 52. He was reportedly on vacation with his family in Mexico at the time of his death. The Cowboys released a statement via X on Monday, June 3, confirming the news.
“Larry, known for his great athleticism and incredible strength, was one of the most respected and accomplished offensive linemen to ever play in the NFL,” the Cowboys wrote in their release. “His versatility and reliability have also been highlights of his career. Through this, he continued to serve as an inspiration to many other players, defining what it meant to be a great teammate, competitor and winner.
Elsewhere in the statement, the Cowboys noted that Allen “was deeply loved and cared for by his wife, Janelle – whom he called his heart and soul – his daughters Jayla and Loriana and his son, Larry III.”
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Cowboys legend Larry Allen 💙 pic.twitter.com/l351PCkqdG
– Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) June 3, 2024
“The Jones family and the Cowboys send our deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to the Allen family and mourners along with the many other Cowboys friends and teammates who also loved Larry,” the statement concluded.
Allen’s cause of death was not confirmed at the time of publication.
Other athletes and members of the NFL community expressed their sympathies to Allen’s family and paid tribute to the late player. Former Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman took to social media to honor his former teammate.
“Just received the heartbreaking news of the passing of our beloved teammate Larry Allen,” Aiken tweeted. “He was a HOF offensive lineman who dominated his opponents regardless of the position played. Off the field, he was a gentle giant who loved his family. Rest in peace LA.
The NFL also released a statement via X, noting that it is “deeply saddened by the passing of Hall of Famer, Super Bowl champion and Cowboys legend Larry Allen.”
“Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones,” the league added in its tweet.
Allen is considered one of the strongest football players in the league. The former offensive lineman and guard played for the team from 1994 to 2005. Allen retired in 2009 and was later inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013.
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