Indiana businessman Forrest Lucas died Saturday at the age of 83.

Forrest Lucas said he was raised in 'rural deprivation' in a town, Elkinsville, that is now defunct

Lucas bought naming rights to Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the Colts, and was a leading figure in motorsports

Forrest Lucas, the namesake of Lucas Oil Stadium who was raised in Indiana in poverty and went on to became a self-made tycoon worth $500 million with his entrepreneurial prowess and ingenuity in the automotive and film industries, has died.

Lucas was 83. His company, Lucas Oil Products , announced his death Saturday.

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of our founder, Forrest Lucas. Forrest's boundless drive for Lucas Oil, his generosity and love for his family, friends and community defined his life. While

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