The New Jersey Devils organization is mourning the loss of long-time Prudential Center event night employee Earl Laycock Jr.
Earl was a staff member with arena guest services since Prudential Center opened in 2007. He is known by many as "Dancing Earl" as he often brought the fans to their feet by showing off his dance moves from Section 2 on the scoreboard.
Tweet from @NJDevils: With great sadness, we acknowledge the passing of Earl Laycock Jr., our beloved Dancing Earl.Since @prucenter opened in 2007, Earl's smile and jovial personality brought our team and fans immeasurable joy.Our thoughts are with Earl's family and those grieving his loss. pic.twitter.com/RLCNU2IRAg
His enthusiasm, infectious smile, and jovial personality made him universally loved by those who befriended him at Devils games over the years. Fans took to social media on Tuesday night to express their sadness and support for his family:
Devils Mourn the Loss of Earl Laycock Jr.
Known as Dancing Earl by Devils fans, Earl was a fixture of games since the building opened in 2007
