Joe Elmore passed away, 80

[michaelluscher]

RIP, I enjoyed him on PowerNation/Horsepower TV

RIP Joe Elmore - Powernation Horsepower TV and Musclecar

We are heartbroken to share that our long-time host and dear friend, Joe Elmore, has passed away after a brave battle with a long-term illness. Joe’s passion for cars and his infectious enthusiasm brought joy to millions of POWERNATION viewers. From hosting "Horsepower TV" to "MuscleCar," Joe...

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He also hosted Tennessee Crossroads

Joe Elmore, who took viewers across the state as host of 'Tennessee Crossroads,' dies at 80

TV producers pledge to continue making 'Tennessee Crossroads,' the show Elmore helped launch in 1986, 'as Joe would've wanted.'

www.tennessean.com

 

[dnewton3]

I didn't realize he was that old; he carried it well.
RIP

 

[WylieCoyote]

Geez, he was the **** Clark of the automotive set. I never dreamed he was that old. RIP, really enjoyed HP TV

 

[Bottom_Feeder]

Dang.

 

[atikovi]

I saw him on some cable TV channels and thought he might be 55 or so. Must have had one heck of a makeup artist.

 

[CourierDriver]

Im 78, I dont do mirrors unless I accidentally walk in front of one,,,lol RIP Joe

 

[JeffKeryk]

RIP Sir. You are proof that wrenching keeps you young!

 

[ARCOgraphite]

Like many have here already, I would never have thought he was but a lick over 60 - or I must be watching really old episodes.

Condolences to Friends, Fans and of course his family.

 

[michaelluscher]

I think I'll go watch some classic episodes this evening
I've got tomorrow off, maybe I'll service a carburetor out of respect

 

[wavinwayne]

RIP

 

[someonesomewhere]

Y'all missed seeing him do what he really loved! He hosted 'Tennessee Crossroads', a show that highlighted all the small towns and festivals and such, for 37 years for our PBS stations in TN. I thought it was neat when he was also doing the HP show block in the 90s as I got into cars.

He's a regional treasure and will be missed for sure. Tennessee Crossroads is going to keep going (supposedly) but it won't be the same.