Barstool Sports is in mourning this week after the tragic loss of a popular personality.

Cody Franke had way more life to live, and his fans wanted him to accomplish that. Unfortunately, his life came to an end this week.

Barstool Sports’ golf podcast, “Fore Play,” made the tragic announcement on Monday that Cody “Beef” Franke died suddenly over the weekend from a medical issue.

“We are beyond devastated to announce that our good friend and cherished Barstool Sports colleague, Cody ‘Beef’ Franke, passed away from a sudden medical issue over the weekend,” the podcast announced on social media.

Cody “Beef” Franke joined the popular Barstool Sports golf podcast at the end of 2024.

“Barstool lost a member of our family this weekend. Just tragic news,” Barstool CEO Dave Portnoy wrote on X.

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