Joe Elmore Passes Away at Age 80 After Long-Term Illness

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Sadly, Joe Elmore passed away early on Monday, June 17, 2024, at the age of 80.

Joe Elmore, born in 1944 in Paragould, Arkansas, was a beloved television personality, writer, and producer who connected deeply with audiences in his home state of Tennessee.

Starting his television career as a weekend reporter and anchor at WHBQ in Memphis, Joe went on to host “Tennessee Crossroads” at WNPT in Nashville beginning in 1987. He also co-hosted NBC Sports’ “Detroit Muscle,” a weekly show celebrating American muscle car culture.

From 1997 to 2013, he hosted Spike TV’s premier high-performance automotive show, “Horsepower.”

Joe Elmore’s Battle with Long-Term Illness

PowerNation TV shared a condolence post confirming Joe Elmore’s passing after his struggle with a long-term illness.

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 infectious enthusiasm brought millions of POWERNATION viewers joy.

Moreover, Nashville Public TV has also posted that Joe was suffering from a long-term illness.

There’s no easy way to say this.. our beloved friend and Tennessee Crossroads host for 37 years passed away this morning following a long illness. As Joe would’ve wanted, the show he helped create will continue, as will his spirit.

At 80 years old, battling any illness becomes increasingly challenging, which may have contributed to Joe losing his fight with his long-term health condition.

However, there is no definitive information from credible sources about the specific illness he was facing.

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Following the announcements, Joe’s fans flooded the comment sections to express their sorrow over his tragic passing.

Some fans have speculated that he might have passed away due to a stroke. However, as previously mentioned, this remains speculation without any backing from official sources.

However, his family and loved ones are deeply saddened by the news of Joe’s passing.

Colleagues and viewers of “Tennessee Crossroads” remember him as soft-spoken, humble, and a true gentleman—a role model for many.

Bob Mueller, WKRN News 2 anchor and Nashville’s longest-running television personality, described Elmore as “a legend in local broadcasting.”

Additionally, Joe was actively involved in fundraising events for various causes. His most recent fundraising appearance was on Nashville Public Television during the month of March.

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