Nov. 20, 2005; Irving, Texas USA; Dallas Cowboys guard (73) Larry Allen celebrates a touchdown by running back (24) Marion Barber during the 3rd quarter against the Detroit Lions at Texas Stadium. Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports

Larry Allen, Dallas Cowboys legend, dies suddenly: Tributes pour in from fans

Originally posted on Dallas Cowboys on SI | Last updated Jun 3, 2024 12:34 PM ET

Tributes are pouring in to honor Dallas Cowboys legend Larry Allen, who passed away suddenly over the weekend while on vacation with his family in Mexico.

Allen's death was announced by the Cowboys in a statement on Monday morning.

After the news began to spread on social media, fans rushed to pay tribute to Allen for his Hall of Fame career, which included a Super Bowl win at Super Bowl XXX.

One of the best individual efforts on a single play in Cowboys history. Larry Allen consistently showed he wasn’t just a big man, but the BEST man for the jobpic.twitter.com/sMy1pfVWF0
— Kyle Youmans (@Kyle_Youmans) June 3, 2024

Larry Allen was one of the most incredible athletes the NFL has ever seen

Maybe the most dominant run blocker ever, but legitimately insane speed too

Here he was making a chase down tackle out of nowhere pic.twitter.com/vTSPLXrlrm
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) June 3, 2024

Just heard the horrible news about one of the greatest players that’s ever played our game,Larry Allen, RIP gladiator. Prayers for his family❤️ pic.twitter.com/MaBGFo8E3X
— tony casillas (@tccasillas) June 3, 2024

Larry Allen lifting 225 pounds 43 times pic.twitter.com/P56W6bQQZq
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) June 3, 2024

The NFL family 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. pic.twitter.com/PnOl5O829J
— NFL (@NFL) June 3, 2024

A great example of the type of player Larry Allen was for the Cowboys. This is from Dallas’ Super Bowl win over Pittsburgh in Jan. 1996. Allen setting the tone early with an incredible block on Steelers All-Pro LB Greg Lloyd
pic.twitter.com/Qr6pV41I2c
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) June 3, 2024

"Larry, known for his athleticism and incredible strength, was one of the most respected, accomplished offensive linemen to ever play in the NFL," the team's statement read. "His versatility and dependability were also signature parts of his career.

Allen is survived by his wife, Janelle -- "whom he referred to as his heart and soul" -- his daughters Jayla and Lariana, and son, Larry III.

Along with his Pro Football Hall of Fame and Super Bowl championship, Allen was inducted into the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor, named to 11 Pro Bowls, and a seven-time First-team All-Pro.

Rest in peace to a legend.

This article first appeared on Dallas Cowboys on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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