Rose grew up just seven miles from where Great American Ball Park now stands. On Monday, fans paid tribute at his statue.

Pete Rose, one of the most recognizable figures in professional baseball during the 20th century, has died at the age of 83. TMZ shared a confirmation from Rose’s agent, Ryan Fiterman, late Monday afternoon that the 17-time MLB All-Star and iconic Cincinnati Reds player and manager had died at his home in Las Vegas.

Cincinnati Reds legend Pete Rose has died, according to reports from ABC and TMZ. The Cincinnati native who attended Western Hills High School and spent most of his career with the Reds died at the age of 83, our news partners at WCPO reported.