Cincinnati, Ohio – Pete Rose, the legendary Cincinnati Reds player and Major League Baseball’s all-time hits leader, has passed away at the age of 83.
Rose, known as “Charlie Hustle,” died of natural causes, with cardiovascular disease and diabetes contributing to his passing, as confirmed by the Clark County Coroner in Nevada.
His remarkable career spanned from 1963 to 1986, during which Rose accumulated 4,256 hits, a record that still stands today.
Rose was admired not only for his on-field accomplishments, which included 17 All-Star appearances and three World Series championships, but also for his loyalty as a friend.
Christopher Waite Hoyt Jr. shared a tribute on social media, recalling Rose’s dedication to his grandfather, Waite Hoyt, a baseball Hall of Famer and mentor to Rose.
“Pete was at the hospital every day when Waite was ill, showing his true character,” Hoyt wrote.
Rex Hoyt also reflected on Rose’s competitive nature, stating, “Winning meant everything to Pete.”
Despite controversies surrounding his career, Rose will be remembered for his contributions to baseball and the countless lives he touched as a friend and teammate.
Funeral arrangements have yet to be announced.