Jim Irsay was an American businessman who was the principle owner, chairman and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League from 1997 until his death.
Jim Irsay Biography
| Real Name | James Irsay |
| Nickname | Jim Irsay |
| Profession | Businessman |
| Date of Birth | 13 June 1959 |
| Age | 65 years, at the time of death in 2025 |
| Birth Place | Lincolnwood, Illinois, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Lincolnwood, Illinois, USA |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Ethnicity | Update soon |
| Religion | Catholicism |
Education Qualification
| School | Loyola Academy, Wilmette, Illinois Mercersburg Academy ’78, Pennsylvania. |
| College | Southern Methodist University |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Arts |
Jim Irsay Age
Jim Irsay was born on 13 June 1959 in Lincolnwood, Illinois, United States. He was 65 years old at the time of death in 2025, and his zodiac sign was Gemini.
Jim Irsay Relationships And More
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Meg Coyle |
| Spouse/Wife | Meg Coyle (m. 1980, div. 2013) |
| Children | Daughter – Carlie, Casey and Kalen Son – None |
Jim Irsay Family
| Father’s Name | Robert Irsay |
| Mother’s Name | Harriet |
| Brother’s Name | Thomas |
| Sister’s Name | Roberta Irsay |
Career
| Debut | After graduation he joined the Baltimore Colts and started his career |
| Awards | Update soon |
Jim Irsay Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 180 cm In meters – 1.80m In feet & inches – 5’9” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 76 kg In pounds – 167 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Blonde |
Jim Irsay Death, Cause of Death
| Date of Death | 21 May 2025 |
| Place of death | At home |
| Cause of Death | In his sleep |
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Jim Irsay Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $4.8 billion (As of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | Update soon |
| Income Source | Business, investment, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Jim Irsay –
- Jim Irsay was born and raised up in Lincolnwood, Illinois, to the Harriet and Robert Irsay.
- His father was from a Hungarian Jewish family and his mother was the daughter of Polish Catholic Immigrants.
- Jim’s brother, Thomas was born with a mental disability and died in 1999, and his sister is also died in a car accident in 1971.
- Jim was raised Catholic, and did not know about his father’s Jewish heritage until he was fourteen.
- He attended high school at Loyola Academy in Illinois and Mercersburg Academy ’78, in Pennsylvania.
- He attended the Southern Methodist University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Broadcast Journalism.
- He boxed, played golf, and lifted weights in his younger years.
- When he was 12 years old, his father acquired the Baltimore Colts, and Jim served there as field ball boy and working in the ticket office.
- After graduation, he joined the Colts, professional staff.
- He was named vice president and general manager in early 1984, immediately after the colts relocated from Baltimore to Indianapolis.
- At the age of 24, he was the youngest to ever hold the title of general manager in the NFL.
- On November 20, 2022 Irsay donated $1 Million to the Indianapolis Zoo.
- He married Meg Coyle in 1980, and the couple had three daughters, Carli, Casey and Kalen Irsay.
- After being separated since 2003, Meg filed for divorce on November 21, 2013.
- In March 2014, Jim was arrested under suspicion of driving under the influence and drug possession in Carmel, Indiana.
- Jim Irsay died peacefully on May 21, 2025, in his sleep at the age of 65.
FAQ:
How old was Jim Irsay?
65 years, as of 2025 (at the time of death)
Who is Jim Irsay wife?
Jim Irsay was married to Meg Coyle form 1980 t0 2013.
What is Jim Irsay’s net worth?
As of 2025, Jim Irsay’s estimated net worth is $4.8 billion.
What is the cause of Jim Irsay’s death?
No cause was given.
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