J.C. Agajanian auto racing

Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Jillian Barberie
news, actor, tv, model, activist, tv, auto racing, adopted

Real/Birth Name:

Jillian Marie Warry

Also Known As:

Jillian Barberie-Reynolds
Jillian Reynolds
Jillian Warry

Gender:

Female

Birth Date:

26 September 1966

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Adopted as a baby. Newscaster on FOX television station KTTV in Los Angeles. Co-host TV show Good Day L.A.. Actor in TV shows Good Morning, Miami, V.I.P.. Spokesperson for NutriSystem television commercials. Driver in the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race in Long Beach.

Jason Bateman
actor, director, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Jason Kent Bateman

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

14 January 1969

Age today:

52, 1 day after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Rye, New York, USA

Relationships:

husband of

Amanda Anka

Born the same year as Amanda Anka.

younger brother of

Justine Bateman

Younger than Justine Bateman by 2 years.

Tinley Park, Illinois, USA

Brief Facts:

TV series The Hogan Family directed at age 19. TV series Little House on the Prairie, Arrested Development. Movies The Switch, DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story, Identity Thief, Love Stinks, Necessary Roughness, Juno, Hancock.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Hollywood Walk of Fame A star at 6533 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the motion picture industry26 July 2017

Tony Bettenhausen
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash

Real/Birth Name:

Melvin Eugene Bettenhausen

Nickname(s):

Tunney
Tinley Park Express

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 September 1916

Death Date:

12 May 1961

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Indy car racer. Died in a crash on a test run with a resulting fire.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 1997.

Los Angeles, California, USA

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 2008.

Neil Bonnett
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Lawrence Neil Bonnett

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

30 July 1946

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Hueytown, Alabama, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver with 18 victories. Killed in a car crash at the Daytona 500 race.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Alabama Sports Hall of Fame 1997.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2005.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2001.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2012.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1997.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1994.

Craig Breedlove
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Craig Breedlove

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

23 March 1937

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Set land speed records.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2009.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2000.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 1993.

A.J. Buckley
actor, auto racing, director, writer, producer

Real/Birth Name:

Aaron John Buckley

Also Known As:

AJ Buckley

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

9 February 1978

Age today:

42, 25 days before his 43^rd birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Dublin, Ireland

Brief Facts:

TV series SEAL Team, CSI: NY. Movies Walking Tall: The Payback, Girl Fever. Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race, Long Beach 2011.

Kurt Busch
auto racing, NASCAR, accused

Real/Birth Name:

Kurt Thomas Busch

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

4 August 1978

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Relationships:

older brother of

Kyle Busch

Older than Kyle Busch by 6 years.

Brief Facts:

Stock car driver. Suspended for domestic violence.

Kyle Busch
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Kyle Thomas Busch

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

2 May 1985

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Taurus ♉ - the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21

Birth Place:

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Relationships:

younger brother of

Kurt Busch

Younger than Kurt Busch by 6 years.

Frome, Somerset, England, UK

Brief Facts:

Record-setting stock car driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2015.

Jenson Button
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Jenson Alexander Lyons Button

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

19 January 1980

Age today:

40, 4 days before his 41^st birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Formula 1, Formmula Ford, Formula 3 racer. Appointed MBE in the 2010 New Year Honours for his services to motorsport.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2009.

Red Byron
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Robert Byron

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 March 1915

Death Date:

11 November 1960

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Boulder, Colorado, USA

Brief Facts:

Stock car racing.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Georgia Racing Hall of Fame 2002.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2018.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1966.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2002.

Pancho Carter
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Duane C. Carter Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

11 June 1950

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Gemini ♊ - the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21

Birth Place:

Racine, Wisconsin, USA

Brief Facts:

CART racing.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

National Midget Auto Racing Hall of Fame 1990.

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 1991.

Arthur Chevrolet
auto racing, business, inventor, suicide

Real/Birth Name:

Arthur Chevrolet

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

25 April 1884

Death Date:

16 April 1946

Age at Death:

61, 9 days before his 62^nd birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Taurus ♉ - the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21

Birth Place:

La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchatel, Switzerland

Relationships:

older brother of

Gaston Chevrolet

Older than Gaston Chevrolet by 8 years.

younger brother of

Louis Chevrolet

Younger than Louis Chevrolet by 5 years.

Brief Facts:

In 1911, he competed in the inaugural Indianapolis 500 but had to drop out after 30 laps. Patented overhead valve engine in 1930. Committed suicide by hanging due to depression.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Beaune, Côte-d'Or, France

Gaston Chevrolet
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash

Real/Birth Name:

Gaston Chevrolet

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

4 October 1892

Death Date:

25 November 1920

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Relationships:

younger brother of

Arthur Chevrolet

Younger than Arthur Chevrolet by 8 years.

younger brother of

Louis Chevrolet

Younger than Louis Chevrolet by 13 years.

Brief Facts:

Competed in the 1919 Indianapolis 500, won the 1920 race. Crashed and killed at Beverly Hills Speedway.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

25 December 1878 (Christmas Day)

Louis Chevrolet
auto racing, business

Real/Birth Name:

Louis-Joseph Chevrolet

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

Death Date:

6 June 1941

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

La Chaux-de-Fonds, Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland

Relationships:

older brother of

Arthur Chevrolet

Older than Arthur Chevrolet by 5 years.

older brother of

Gaston Chevrolet

Older than Gaston Chevrolet by 13 years.

Brief Facts:

Became a US citizen 1915. Co-founder of the Chevrolet Motor Car Company in 1911. A founder in 1916 of the Frontenac Motor Corporation, which made racing parts for Ford's Model T. Raced cars he made, including the Indianapolis 500.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 1969.

Kilmany, Fife, Scotland, UK

Jim Clark
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash

Real/Birth Name:

James Clark Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

4 March 1936

Death Date:

7 April 1968

Age at Death:

32, 34 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Formula 1 and Formula 2. Indianapolis 500, won in 1965. Killed in a crash in Germany. Appoinnted OBE.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 1963.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 1965.

Scottish Sports Hall of Fame 2002.

Mike Curb
politician, auto racing, NASCAR, musician, business, composer, producer

Real/Birth Name:

Michael Curb

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

24 December 1944

Age today:

76, 22 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Savannah, Georgia, USA

Brief Facts:

Republican. Lieutenant Governor of California from 1979 to 1983. President of MGM Records and Verve Records. Composed or supervised over 50 motion picture soundtracks and over 400 songs including All for the Love of Sunshine, It Was a Good Time.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Georgia Music Hall of Fame 2003.

Music City Walk of Fame 2009.

Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum 2014.

North Carolina Music Hall of Fame 2009.

Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame 2016.

U.S. Business Hall of Fame 2001.

West Coast Stock Car Hall of Fame 2006.

Hollywood Walk of Fame A star at 1750 Vine Street for contributions to the recording industry29 June 2007

Ralph DePalma
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Raffaele De Palma

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

18 December 1882

Death Date:

31 March 1956

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Biccari, Foggia, Italy

Brief Facts:

Emigrated to the United States in 1893. Won the 1915 Indianapolis 500. Set a world speed record of 149.875 mph in 1919.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Motorcycle Hall of Fame 1998.

National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame.

Dale Earnhardt
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Ralph Dale Earnhardt

Also Known As:

Dale Earnhardt Sr.

Nickname(s):

Ironhead
Mr. Restrictor Plate
The Man in Black
The Intimidator

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

29 April 1951

Death Date:

18 February 2001

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Taurus ♉ - the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21

Birth Place:

Kannapolis, North Carolina, USA

Relationships:

father of

Dale Earnhardt Jr.

son of

Ralph Earnhardt

Ancestors:

Ralph Earnhardt

Descendants:

Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver. Died in a race car wreck at Daytona.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2006.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2004.

Kannapolis, North Carolina, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2001.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2004.

North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 1994.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1980.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1986.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1987.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1990.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1994.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1995.

Ralph Earnhardt
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Ralph Lee Earnhardt

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

23 February 1928

Death Date:

26 September 1973

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Relationships:

father of

Dale Earnhardt

grandfather of

Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Descendants:

Dale Earnhardt

Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2004.

Kannapolis, North Carolina, USA

National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame 2007.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1989.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.
auto racing, actor, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Ralph Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Nickname(s):

Junior

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

10 October 1974

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Relationships:

son of

Dale Earnhardt

grandson of

Ralph Earnhardt

Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Ancestors:

Dale Earnhardt

Ralph Earnhardt

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver, drives red #8 Chevrolet. Movie Herbie Fully Loaded.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2003.

Chris Economaki
auto racing, sports analyst, actor

Real/Birth Name:

Christopher Constantine Economaki

Nickname(s):

The Dean of American Motorsports

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

15 October 1920

Death Date:

28 September 2012

Age at Death:

91, 17 days before his 92^nd birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Role of a pit reporter in the movies Stroker Ace, Six Pack.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1993.

Dawsonville, Georgia, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2009.

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 1993.

Bill Elliott
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

William Clyde Elliott

Nickname(s):

Wild Bill
Awesome Bill from Dawsonville
Million Dollar Bill,

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

8 October 1955

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Atlanta Sports Hall of Fame 2008.

Georgia Racing Hall of Fame 2002.

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame 1998.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2007.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2015.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1985.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1998.

Red Farmer
NASCAR, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Charles Lawrence Farmer

Nickname(s):

Red

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

15 October 1932

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Hueytown, Alabama, USA

Brief Facts:

Birth date in dispute, possibly 1928 or 1932. He was a passenger in the helicopter crash at Talladega Speedway that took the life of Davey Allison but suffered only broken bones.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Alabama Sports Hall of Fame 1990.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2005.

Mitchell Field Air Force Base, East Meadow, New York, USA

National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame 2002.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1994.

William Fichtner
actor, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

William Edward Fichtner

Also Known As:

Bill Fichtner

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

27 November 1956

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Movies Phantom, Independence Day: Resurgence, The Perfect Storm, The Dark Knight, Blades of Glory, The Longest Yard, Contact, Blackhawk Down. TV series Invasion, Grace Under Fire, Prison Break, Entourage, MDs. Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race, Long Beach 2011.

Emerson Fittipaldi
auto racing, actor, aviator

Real/Birth Name:

Emerson Wojciechowska Fittipaldi

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 December 1946

Age today:

74, 34 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

Brief Facts:

Formula Two and Formula One race driver. Finished 1st twice at Indianapolis 500.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2003.

Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame 2017.

Bob Flock
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Robert Newman Flock

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

16 April 1918

Death Date:

16 May 1964

Age at Death:

46, 30 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Fort Payne, Alabama, USA

Relationships:

older brother of

Fonty Flock

Older than Fonty Flock by 2 years.

older brother of

Tim Flock

Older than Tim Flock by 6 years.

Brief Facts:

Pole position for NASCAR's first Strictly Stock (now Monster Energy Cup Series) race. Was a moonshiner.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Georgia Racing Hall of Fame 2003.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1981.

Fonty Flock
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Truman Fontell Flock

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

20 March 1921

Death Date:

15 July 1972

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Fort Payne, Alabama, USA

Relationships:

younger brother of

Bob Flock

Younger than Bob Flock by 2 years.

older brother of

Tim Flock

Older than Tim Flock by 3 years.

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Georgia Automobile Racing Hall of Fame 2004.

Georgia Racing Hall of Fame 2004.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1965.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2004.

Tim Flock
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Julius Timothy Flock

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

11 May 1924

Death Date:

31 March 1998

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Taurus ♉ - the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21

Birth Place:

Fort Payne, Alabama, USA

Relationships:

younger brother of

Bob Flock

Younger than Bob Flock by 6 years.

younger brother of

Fonty Flock

Younger than Fonty Flock by 3 years.

Brief Facts:

Early NASCAR driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Alabama Sports Hall of Fame 2006.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Court of Legends 1994.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1995.

Georgia Racing Hall of Fame 2002.

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame 1978.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 1999.

Greenfield Township, Michigan, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1973.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 1999.

Occoneechee-Orange Speedway Hall of Fame 2010.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2000.

Henry Ford
business, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Henry Ford

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

30 July 1863

Death Date:

7 April 1947

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Ford Motor Company founder. Developed the Model T. Also the Ford trimotor airplane.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 1967.

Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame.

Irish American Hall of Fame 2011.

Michigan Sports Hall of Fame 1978.

Michigan Walk of Fame 2006.

National Aviation Hall of Fame 1984.

A.J. Foyt
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Anthony Joseph Foyt Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

16 January 1935

Age today:

85, 1 day before his 86^th birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Houston, Texas, USA

Brief Facts:

The only driver to win the Indianapolis 500 (which he won four times), the Daytona 500, the 24 Hours of Daytona, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Also won the International Race of Champions all-star racing series in 1976 and 1977.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2007.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2000.

National Midget Auto Racing Hall of Fame 1988.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2001.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2009.

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Bill France Jr.
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

William Clifton France

Nickname(s):

Little Bill
Bill Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

4 April 1933

Death Date:

4 June 2007

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Relationships:

son of

Bill France Sr.

Ancestors:

Bill France Sr.

Brief Facts:

Head of NASCAR 1972 - 2000.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2006.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2001.

Florida Sports Hall of Fame 1999.

Motorcycle Hall of Fame 2000.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2004.

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2001.

Bill France Sr.
NASCAR, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

William Henry Getty France

Also Known As:

William Henry Getty France Sr.

Nickname(s):

Big Bill

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

26 September 1909

Death Date:

7 June 1992

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Relationships:

father of

Bill France Jr.

Descendants:

Bill France Jr.

Brief Facts:

Chairman and CEO of NASCAR. Builder of Daytona International Speedway and Talladega Speedway.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Alabama Sports Hall of Fame 1997.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2004.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1992.

Florida Sports Hall of Fame 1963.

Motorcycle Hall of Fame 2000.

Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland, UK

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1976.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2000.

Dario Franchitti
auto racing, actor, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

George Dario Mario Franchitti

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

19 May 1973

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Taurus ♉ - the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21

Birth Place:

Relationships:

ex-husband of

Ashley Judd

Younger than Ashley Judd by 5 years.

Brief Facts:

Italian ancestry. Resides in Tennessee. Movie Driven. Winner of the 2007 Indy 500 race, the 2010 race and the 2012 race. Also drives NASCAR races.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Taylorsville, North Carolina, USA

Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame 2014.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2019.

Harry Gant
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Harold Phil Gant

Nickname(s):

Handsome Harry
Mr. September

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

10 January 1940

Age today:

81, 5 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver, number 33 car. Movies Days of Thunder, Stroker Ace.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2000.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2003.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1991.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1999.

Don Garlits
auto racing, columnist, politician

Real/Birth Name:

Donald Glenn Garlits

Nickname(s):

Big Daddy

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

14 January 1932

Age today:

89, 1 day after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Tampa, Florida, USA

Brief Facts:

Considered the father of drag racing. Early promoter of safety equipment, and the design of the top fuel dragster.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2004.

Cruisin' Hall of Fame 1999.

Florida Sports Hall of Fame 1972.

International Drag Racing Hall of Fame 1994.

New York City, New York, USA

J. Geils
musician, jazz, blues, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

John Warren Geils Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

20 February 1946

Death Date:

11 April 2017

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Group The J. Geils Band. Album Freeze-Frame. Song Centerfold. Guitar.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Guitar Hall of Fame.

Joe Gibbs
football, coach, auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Joe Jackson Gibbs

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

25 November 1940

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Mocksville, North Carolina, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR and hot rod racing. Coach team Washington Redskins, St. Louis Cardinals, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, San Diego Chargers.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2020.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2016.

Paul Brown Trophy 1983.

Pro Football Hall of Fame 1996.

Washington DC Sports Hall of Fame.

Washington Redskins Ring of Fame.

Bob Glidden
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Bob Glidden

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

18 August 1944

Death Date:

17 December 2017

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Whiteland, Indiana, USA

Brief Facts:

Drag racer.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Drag Racing Hall of Fame 2001.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2005.

Jeff Gordon
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Jeffery Michael Gordon

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

4 August 1971

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Vallejo, California, USA

Brief Facts:

Stock car racer.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2018.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1995.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1998.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1999.

Andy Granatelli
auto racing, business

Real/Birth Name:

Anthony Granatelli

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

18 March 1923

Death Date:

29 December 2013

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Dallas, Texas, USA

Brief Facts:

Race car owner. CEO of STP. Owner of TuneUp Masters. Did television commercials.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2003.

Cruisin' Hall of Fame 2002.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2003.

National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame.

National Midget Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2013.

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 2011.

Dan Gurney
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Daniel Sexton Gurney

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

13 April 1931

Death Date:

14 January 2018

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Port Jefferson, New York, USA

Brief Facts:

Formula One racing.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2007.

Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame 2006.

Orange County Sports Hall of Fame 1982.

Riverside Sport Hall of Fame 2008.

SCCA Hall of Fame 2014.

West Coast Stock Car Hall of Fame 2003.

Jim Hall
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Jim Hall

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

23 July 1935

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Abilene, Texas, USA

Brief Facts:

Race driver and car builder. Formula One and CART. Chaparral cars.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Phil Hill
auto racing, commentator

Real/Birth Name:

Philip Toll Hill Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

20 April 1927

Death Date:

28 August 2008

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Miami, Florida, USA

Brief Facts:

Three-time winner of the 24-hour race at Le Mans, France. Also won the 12-hour endurance race at Sebring, Florida three times. Commentator for ABC TV program Wide World of Sports. Formula One Champion.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2008.

Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame 2006.

Catawba, North Carolina, USA

Jacky Ickx
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Jacques Bernard Ickx

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

1 January 1945

Age today:

76, 14 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Brussels, Belgium

Brief Facts:

Name pronouced "Ix" or "Icks." 25 podium finishes in Formula One and six wins in the 24 hours of Le Mans.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2002.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2020.

Bobby Isaac
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Robert Vance Isaac

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

1 August 1932

Death Date:

14 August 1977

Age at Death:

45, 13 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver, land speed record holder.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 1996.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2016.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1979.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1970.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2002.

Dale Jarrett
auto racing, sports analyst

Real/Birth Name:

Dale Arnold Jarrett

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

26 November 1956

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Conover, North Carolina, USA

Relationships:

son of

Ned Jarrett

Ancestors:

Ned Jarrett

Brief Facts:

Stock car driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Court of Legends 2008.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2009.

Newton, North Carolina, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2011.

North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 2011.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1997.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1999.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1997.

Ned Jarrett
auto racing, NASCAR, sports analyst

Real/Birth Name:

Ned A. Jarrett

Nickname(s):

Gentleman Ned Jarrett

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 October 1932

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Relationships:

father of

Dale Jarrett

American Auto Race Writers & Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame.

Descendants:

Dale Jarrett

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver and two-time champion.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Court of Legends 2008.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1992.

Jacksonville Florida Speedway Hall of Fame.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 1997.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2011.

National Auto Racing Hall of Fame.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1973.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2001.

North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 1990.

Oceanside Rotary Club Stock Car Hall of Fame.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1997.

Gordon Johncock
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Gordon Johncock

Nickname(s):

Gordy

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

25 August 1936

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

Hastings, Michigan, USA

Brief Facts:

Two-time winner of the Indianapolis 500, in 1973 and 1982.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 1999.

Michigan Sports Hall of Fame 1992.

El Cajon, California, USA

Jimmie Johnson
auto racing, activist, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Jimmie Kenneth Johnson

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

17 September 1975

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

A NASCAR race car driver. Drives Chevrolet #48. Won three championships in a row. Supports children through his foundation.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2004.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2006.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2007.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2009.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2010.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2013.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2016.

Junior Johnson
auto racing, criminal, business, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Robert Glenn Johnson Jr.

Nickname(s):

The Last American Hero

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

28 June 1931

Death Date:

20 December 2019

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Cancer ♋ - the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22

Birth Place:

Wilkes County, North Carolina, USA

Brief Facts:

Early driver in NASCAR racing. Car owner. Imprisoned for moonshining. Credited with discovering drafting as a race strategy.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Court of Legends 1996.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1991.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1973.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2000.

North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 1992.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1998.

Parnelli Jones
auto racing, business, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Rufus Parnell Jones

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 August 1933

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Texarkana, Arkansas, USA

Brief Facts:

Won Indianapolis 500 in 1963. Six IndyCar wins and twelve pole positions, four wins in 34 NASCAR starts.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Cruisin' Hall of Fame 2003.

Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame 2008.

National Midget Auto Racing Hall of Fame 1990.

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 1991.

Off-road Motorsports Hall of Fame 1976.

West Coast Stock Car Hall of Fame 2002.

Connie Kalitta
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Conrad Kalitta

Nickname(s):

The Bounty Hunter

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

24 February 1938

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Michigan, USA

Brief Facts:

Drag Racer, first to reach 200 miles per hour.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Drag Racing Hall of Fame 2002.

Greenfield, Wisconsin, USA

Alan Kulwicki
auto racing, accident, air crash, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Alan Dennis Kulwicki

Nickname(s):

Special K
Polish Prince

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

14 December 1954

Death Date:

1 April 1993

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

NASCAR Winston Cup driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Bristol Motor Speedway Heroes of Bristol Hall of Fame 1997.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2013.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2002.

Lowe's Motor Speedway Court of Legends 1993.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2010.

Crested Butte, Colorado, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1999.

National Polish-American Sports Hall of Fame 2001.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1996.

Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame 1993.

Frank Kurtis
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Frank Peter Kuretich

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

25 January 1908

Death Date:

17 February 1987

Age at Death:

79, 23 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Racing car designer.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2008.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 1999.

Corpus Christi, Texas, USA

Bobby Labonte
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Robert Allen Labonte

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

8 May 1964

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Taurus ♉ - the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21

Birth Place:

Relationships:

younger brother of

Terry Labonte

Younger than Terry Labonte by 7 years.

Brief Facts:

Stock car NASCAR race driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2020.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2000.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2008.

Corpus Christi, Texas, USA

Terry Labonte
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Terrance Lee Labonte

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

16 November 1956

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Scorpio ♏ - the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22

Birth Place:

Relationships:

older brother of

Bobby Labonte

Older than Bobby Labonte by 7 years.

Brief Facts:

Stock car NASCAR race driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2008.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2017.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2016.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1984.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1996.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2007.

Fred Lorenzen
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Frederick Lorenzen Jr.

Nickname(s):

The Golden Boy
Fast Freddie
The Elmhurst Express
Flyin Freddy

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

30 December 1934

Age today:

86, 16 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Elmhurst, Illinois, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver between 1958 and 1972. Winner of the Daytona 500 in 1965.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Corpus Christi, Texas, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1978.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2003.

Irlene Mandrell
singer, musician, country, auto racing, model, actor

Real/Birth Name:

Ellen Irlene Mandrell

Gender:

Female

Birth Date:

29 January 1956

Age today:

64, 14 days before her 65^th birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Relationships:

younger sister of

Barbara Mandrell

Younger than Barbara Mandrell by 7 years.

younger sister of

Louise Mandrell

Younger than Louise Mandrell by 1 year.

Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire, England, UK

Brief Facts:

Youngest of the Mandrell sisters. Involved in Catalyst Racing.

Pippa Mann
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Philippa Mann

Gender:

Female

Birth Date:

11 August 1983

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

London, England, UK

Brief Facts:

Female IZOD IndyCar driver. Also Formula Renault race series.

Nigel Mansell
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Nigel Ernest Mansell

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

8 August 1953

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

1992 Formula 1 World Champion, 1993 CART Champion & CART Rookie of the Year. Awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the Queen's Honours List for his services to motor sports and awarded the CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2012 Queen's New Year Honours List for his services to children and young people.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 1986.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 1992.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 1993.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2005.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2006.

Broad Street Walk of Stars A star at 52.47810°N 1.91021°W? August 2011

Dan Marino
football, sports analyst, auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Daniel Constantine Marino Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

15 September 1961

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Brief Facts:

Quarterback. Team Miami Dolphins. Analyst for TV show The NFL Today. Owner in NASCAR racing.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Associated Press NFL Offensive Player of the Year Award 1984.

Bert Bell Award 1984.

College Football Hall of Fame 2002.

Dolphins Walk of Fame 2011.

Florida Sports Hall of Fame 2003.

Miami Dolphin Honor Roll 2000.

National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame.

NFL Player of the Year 1984.

Pro Football Hall of Fame 2005.

Senior Bowl Hall of Fame 1992.

Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award 1998.

Nick Mason
musician, auto racing, producer

Real/Birth Name:

Nicholas Berkeley Mason

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

27 January 1944

Age today:

76, 12 days before his 77^th birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Edgbaston, Birmingham, Warwickshire, England, UK

Brief Facts:

Drummer, member of the band Pink Floyd. Album The Dark Side of the Moon. Le Mans racing and auto collector.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Hit Parade Hall of Fame 2010.

London Avenue of Stars 2010.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 1996.

UK Music Hall of Fame 2005.

London Avenue of Stars 2010 as a member of group Pink Floyd.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 1996 as a member of group Pink Floyd.

UK Music Hall of Fame 2005 as a member of group Pink Floyd.

Banjo Matthews
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Edwin Keith Matthews

Nickname(s):

Banjo

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

14 February 1932

Death Date:

2 October 1996

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Akron, Ohio, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver, car owner, and car builder.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 1998.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1996.

James Matthews (racing Driver)
auto racing, business

Real/Birth Name:

James Spencer Matthews

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

21 August 1975

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Relationships:

husband of

Pippa Middleton

Older than Pippa Middleton by 8 years.

Riverside, California, USA

Brief Facts:

Hedge fund manager. Formula 3 driver. Heir to courtesy title Laird of Glen Affric. Married on 20 May 2017.

Rex Mays
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash

Real/Birth Name:

Rex Houston Mays Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

10 March 1913

Death Date:

6 November 1949

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

AAA Championship racer. Killed in a crash at a race held at Del Mar Fairgrounds.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Riverside Sport Hall of Fame 2007.

Bruce McLaren
auto racing, inventor, accident, vehicle crash

Real/Birth Name:

Bruce Leslie McLaren

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

30 August 1937

Death Date:

2 June 1970

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

Aukland, New Zealand

Brief Facts:

Formula One racing champion, also CanAm sports car racing with 56 wins, 3 wins at the Indianapolis 500 and more. Died in a crash, testing his car.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame 1991.

New Zealand Motorsports Wall of Fame 1994.

New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame 1990.

Rick Mears
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Rick Ravon Mears

Nickname(s):

Rocket Rick

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

3 December 1951

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Wichita, Kansas, USA

Brief Facts:

Won the Indianapolis 500 four tims, pole position 6 times.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, England, UK

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 1998.

Team Penske Hall of Fame 2017.

Ken Miles
auto racing, vehicle crash, accident

Real/Birth Name:

Kenneth Henry Miles

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

1 November 1918

Death Date:

17 August 1966

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Scorpio ♏ - the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Winner of multiple road races. Died in a crash testing a new car.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Stirling Moss
auto racing, knighted

Real/Birth Name:

Stirling Craufurd Moss

Also Known As:

Sir Stirling Moss

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

17 September 1929

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

London, England, UK

Brief Facts:

British Formula 1 racing champion. Appointed OBE. Knighted 2000 New Year Honours List.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 1957.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 1961.

Shirley Muldowney
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Shirley Roque

Gender:

Female

Brief Facts:

Drag racer. Subject of movie Heart Like a Wheel.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2005.

International Drag Racing Hall of Fame 2006.

Michigan Sports Hall of Fame 2003.

Wood Ridge or Ridgewood, New Jersey, USA

Frankie Muniz
actor, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Francisco James Muniz IV

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

5 December 1985

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

TV series Malcolm in the Middle. Movie Agent Cody Banks. Atlantic Chamionship races. Toyota Pro/Celebrity race, Long Beach 2011.

Paul Newman
actor, producer, writer, director, auto racing, business, activist

Real/Birth Name:

Paul Leonard Newman

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

26 January 1925

Death Date:

26 September 2008

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Cleveland, Ohio, USA

Relationships:

husband of

Joanne Woodward, until he died.

Older than Joanne Woodward by 5 years.

Brief Facts:

Salad dressing named "Newman's Own" funds his charity work. Movies Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting, The Hustler, Cool Hand Luke, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Cecil B DeMille Award 1984.

International Best-Dressed Hall of Fame List 1991.

Kennedy Center Honors 1992.

Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame 2007.

SCCA Hall of Fame 2009.

Hollywood Walk of Fame A star at 7060 Hollywood Boulevard for contributions to the motion picture industry1 February 1994

Cletus "Cowboy" O'Rourke
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Cletus Joseph O'Rourke

Also Known As:

Cletus J. O'Rourke

Nickname(s):

Cowboy

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

25 February 1914

Death Date:

28 October 1997

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Minonk, Illinois, USA

Brief Facts:

Raced midget cars, stripped down, with stock engines such as a Ford V8, in the 1930s, -40s and -50s, often in the Chicago area.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Los Angeles, California, USA

Fred Offenhauser
auto racing, engineer

Real/Birth Name:

Fred H. Offenhauser Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

11 November 1888

Death Date:

17 August 1973

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Scorpio ♏ - the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Automotive engineer. Developed an engine for racing, used in many Indianapolis 500 racecars.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame 1982.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2001.

National Midget Auto Racing Hall of Fame 1999.

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 1994.

Barney Oldfield
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Berna Eli Oldfield

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

29 January 1878

Death Date:

4 October 1946

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

near Wauseon, Ohio, USA

Brief Facts:

The first man to drive a car at 60 miles per hour on a circular track.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 1946.

Union, South Carolina, USA

Cotton Owens
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Cotton Owens

Also Known As:

Everett "Cotton" Owens

Nickname(s):

King of the Modifieds

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

21 May 1924

Death Date:

7 June 2012

Age at Death:

88, 17 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Taurus ♉ - the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Sprint Cup (then known as Grand National) winner five straight years (1957-61). Won NASCAR's first live televised race.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2008.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2013.

NASCAR Mechanics Hall of Fame.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1970.

Occoneechee-Orange Speedway Hall of Fame 2008.

South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame 2009.

Jim Pace
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Jim Pace

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

1 February 1961

Death Date:

13 November 2020

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Monticello, Mississippi, USA

Brief Facts:

24 Hours of Daytona race winner. Died of COVID-19.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame 1982.

Wally Parks
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Wallace Gordon Parks Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

23 January 1913

Death Date:

28 September 2007

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Goltry, Oklahoma, USA

Brief Facts:

Founder, president, and chairman of the National Hot Rod Association.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2000.

International Drag Racing Hall of Fame 1994.

Wilkes County, North Carolina, USA

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 1993.

Benny Parsons
auto racing, sports analyst, actor, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Benjamin Stewart Parsons

Nickname(s):

BP
The Professor

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 July 1941

Death Date:

16 January 2007

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Cancer ♋ - the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver. Movie Stroker Ace.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1998.

Los Angeles, California, USA

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2005.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2017.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1995.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2008.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1995.

Johnnie Parsons
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Johnnie Woodrow Parsons

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

4 July 1918

Death Date:

8 September 1984

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Cancer ♋ - the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Race car driver. Dirt racing.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2004.

Whitney, South Carolina, USA

Danica Patrick
auto racing, model

Real/Birth Name:

Danica Sue Patrick

Gender:

Female

Birth Date:

25 March 1982

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Beloit, Wisconsin, USA

Brief Facts:

IndyCar race driver. Won a race at the 2008 Indy Japan 300. Model in the magazine Sports Illustrated 2009 swimsuit edition.

David Pearson
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

David Gene Pearson

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

22 December 1934

Death Date:

12 November 2018

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Won three NASCAR championships, in 1966, 1968, and 1969.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Court of Legends 1995.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1993.

Shaker Heights, Ohio, USA

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 1993.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2011.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1991.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2005.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1973.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1998.

Roger Penske
auto racing, business, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Roger Searle Penske

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

20 February 1937

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Owner of IndyCar, NASCAR, and American Le Mans Series teams. Owner of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Penske Corporation.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2015.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame 2002.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 1998.

Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame 2016.

Michigan Sports Hall of Fame 1999.

Level Cross, North Carolina, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2010.

Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame 1984.

Presidential Medal of Freedom 2019.

Team Penske Hall of Fame 2016.

Kyle Petty
auto racing, business, actor, activist, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Kyle Eugene Petty

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

2 June 1960

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Gemini ♊ - the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21

Birth Place:

Relationships:

grandson of

Lee Petty

nephew of

Maurice Petty

son of

Richard Petty

Randleman, North Carolina, USA

Ancestors:

Richard Petty

Lee Petty

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver. Involved with family business Petty Enterprises. Movie Stroker Ace.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2010.

Little League Hall of Excellence 2010.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2004.

Lee Petty
auto racing, business, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Lee Arnold Petty

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

14 March 1914

Death Date:

5 April 2000

Age at Death:

86, 22 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Relationships:

grandfather of

Kyle Petty

father of

Maurice Petty

father of

Richard Petty

Descendants:

Kyle Petty

Brief Facts:

One of the pioneers of NASCAR.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1994.

Level Cross, North Carolina, USA

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2011.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1969.

North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 1966.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1999.

Maurice Petty
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Maurice Petty

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

27 March 1939

Death Date:

25 July 2020

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Relationships:

uncle of

Kyle Petty

son of

Lee Petty

younger brother of

Richard Petty

Younger than Richard Petty by 1 year.

Ancestors:

Lee Petty

Brief Facts:

Engine builder for Petty Enterprises and NASCAR crew chief.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2011.

Level Cross, North Carolina, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2007.

Richard Petty
auto racing, politician, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Richard Lee Petty

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

2 July 1937

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Cancer ♋ - the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22

Birth Place:

Relationships:

father of

Kyle Petty

son of

Lee Petty

older brother of

Maurice Petty

Older than Maurice Petty by 1 year.

Ancestors:

Lee Petty

Descendants:

Kyle Petty

Brief Facts:

NASCAR champion, always car number 43. Trademark cowboy hat and sunglasses. In 1996, he was the Republican nominee for North Carolina Secretary of State, but was defeated.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2002.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Court of Legends 1992.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1990.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1998.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 1997.

North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 1973.

Presidential Medal of Freedom 1992.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1974.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1975.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1995.

Megyn Price
actor, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Megyn Samantha Price

Gender:

Female

Birth Date:

24 March 1971

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Seattle, Washington, USA

Brief Facts:

Movie Mystery, Alaska. TV series Rules of Engagement. Toyota Pro/Celebrity race, Long Beach 2011.

Jason Priestley
actor, auto racing, producer

Real/Birth Name:

Jason Bradford Priestley

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

28 August 1969

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Infiniti Pro Series racing driver. Injured in a car crash at Kentucky Speedway. TV series Beverly Hills, 90210.

Don Prudhomme
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Don Prudhomme

Also Known As:

Don "The Snake" Prudhomme

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

6 April 1941

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

San Fernando, California, USA

Brief Facts:

Champion drag racer and funny car racer.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Drag Racing Hall of Fame 2000.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2000.

Bobby Rahal
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Robert Woodward Rahal

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

10 January 1953

Age today:

68, 5 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Medina, Ohio, USA

Relationships:

father of

Graham Rahal

Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame.

Descendants:

Graham Rahal

Brief Facts:

CART open-wheel series driver and team owner.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame 2009.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2004.

SCCA Hall of Fame 2013.

Graham Rahal
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Graham Robert Rahal

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

4 January 1989

Age today:

32, 11 days after his birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Columbus, Ohio, USA

Relationships:

son of

Bobby Rahal

Ancestors:

Bobby Rahal

Brief Facts:

Indianapolis 500 racer on his father's team.

Rajo Jack
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Dewey Gatson

Also Known As:

Jack DeSoto

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

28 July 1905

Death Date:

27 February 1956

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Tyler, Texas, USA

Brief Facts:

Early African-American stock racecar driver. Named for the Rajo cylinder head product he used on his Model T Fords. Used name Jack DeSoto because of racism at the time.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 2007.

West Coast Stock Car Hall of Fame 2003.

Lance Reventlow
auto racing, accident, air crash

Real/Birth Name:

Count Lance von Haugwitz-Hardenberg-Reventlow

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

24 February 1936

Death Date:

24 July 1972

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

London, England, UK

Relationships:

son of

Barbara Hutton

first cousin once removed of

great nephew of

grandson of

great grandson of

grandson of

ex-husband of

Older than Jill St. John by 4 years.

son of

Kurt Haugwitz-Reventlow

Ancestors:

F.W. Woolworth

Brief Facts:

Heir to the Woolworth fortune, playboy. At the age of 21, he was given the choice between becoming an American, Danish or British citizen. He chose American citizenship. Died in a plane crash.

Les Richter
football, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Leslie Alan Richter

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

26 October 1930

Death Date:

12 June 2010

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Scorpio ♏ - the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22

Birth Place:

Fresno, California, USA

Brief Facts:

Linebacker. Team Los Angeles Rams.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

College Football Hall of Fame 1982.

Cruisin' Hall of Fame 1997.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2007.

Pro Football Hall of Fame 2011.

Riverside Sport Hall of Fame 2005.

St. Louis Football Ring of Honor 2011.

UPI Lineman of the Year 1950.

Eddie Rickenbacker
military, hero, business, writer, aviator, auto racing, cartoonist

Real/Birth Name:

Edward Bickenbacher

Also Known As:

Edward Vernon Rickenbacker

Nickname(s):

Fast Eddie

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

8 October 1890

Death Date:

27 July 1973

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Columbus, Ohio, USA

Brief Facts:

No middle name at birth. Changed name during World War I. Hero in World War I with 26 aerial victories. Executive and owner of airlines including Easterm Airlines. Owner of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Scripts written for cartoon Ace Drummond.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Air & Space Hall of Fame 1966.

Medal of Honor 1930.

National Aviation Hall of Fame 1965.

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 1992.

Nebraska Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2002.

Fireball Roberts
auto racing, NASCAR, accident, vehicle crash

Real/Birth Name:

Edward Glenn Roberts Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

20 January 1929

Death Date:

2 July 1964

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Tavares, Florida, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver. Died due to pneumonia and sepsis after burns received in a race car crash a few weeks earlier, on May 24.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1993.

Florida Sports Hall of Fame 1961.

Jamestown, North Dakota, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1965.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2000.

Floyd Roberts
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash

Real/Birth Name:

Floyd Marion Roberts

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 February 1900

Death Date:

30 May 1939

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Won the 1938 Indianapolis 500 with a then-record speed of 117.2 mph. Killed in the 1939 race.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Mauri Rose
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Maurice Rose

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

26 May 1906

Death Date:

1 January 1981

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Gemini ♊ - the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21

Birth Place:

Columbus, Ohio, USA

Brief Facts:

Indianapolis 500 racer, won 3 times.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame 2007.

Michigan Sports Hall of Fame 1972.

Jack Roush
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

John Earnest Roush

Nickname(s):

The Cat in the Hat

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

19 April 1942

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Covington, Kentucky, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR owner. Survived two plane crashes.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame.

International Drag Racing Hall of Fame 2004.

Michigan Sports Hall of Fame 2010.

Norfolk County, Virginia, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2010.

Ricky Rudd
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Richard Lee Rudd

Nickname(s):

The Rooster

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 September 1956

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

Relationships:

uncle of

Skeet Ulrich

Boys and Girls Clubs Alumni Hall of Fame.

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2014.

Hampton Roads Sports Hall of Fame 2010.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2012.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2001.

Virginia Sports Hall of Fame 2007.

Johnny Rutherford
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

John Sherman Rutherford III

Nickname(s):

Lone Star JR

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 March 1938

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Coffeyville, Kansas, USA

Brief Facts:

1974, 1976, and 1980 Indianapolis 500 champion.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame 1987.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 1996.

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 1995.

Wendell Scott
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Wendell Oliver Scott

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

29 August 1921

Death Date:

23 December 1990

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

Danville, Virginia, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2006.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 1999.

Shelbyville, Indiana, USA

National Black Sports and Entertainment Hall of Fame 2003.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2000.

Wilbur Shaw
auto racing, accident, air crash

Real/Birth Name:

Warren Wilbur Shaw

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

31 October 1902

Death Date:

30 October 1954

Age at Death:

51, 1 day before his 52^nd birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Scorpio ♏ - the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Wwon the Indianapolis 500 race three times, in 1937, 1939 and 1940. Died in a plane crash near Decatur, Illinois.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 1987.

Carroll Shelby
auto racing, business, inventor

Real/Birth Name:

Carroll Hall Shelby

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

11 January 1923

Death Date:

10 May 2012

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Leesburg, Texas, USA

Brief Facts:

Automotive designer and racing driver. Known for the AC Motors-based Shelby American Cobra and later the Mustang-based performance cars for Ford Motor Company known as Mustang Cobras.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 1992.

Cruisin' Hall of Fame 1997.

Tom Sneva
auto racing, educator, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Thomas E. Sneva

Nickname(s):

The Gas Man

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

1 June 1948

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Gemini ♊ - the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21

Birth Place:

Spokane, Washington, USA

Brief Facts:

Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR races.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Inland Northwest Sports Hall of Fame.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2005.

State of Washington Sports Hall of Fame 2014.

Lake Speed
auto racing, unusual name, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Lake Chambers Speed

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

17 January 1948

Age today:

72, 2 days before his 73^rd birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Jackson, Mississippi, USA

Brief Facts:

Former NASCAR driver. 6-time United States Karting champion and World Karting champion 1978.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum 2010.

Scott Speed
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Scott Andrew Speed

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

24 January 1983

Age today:

37, 9 days before his 38^th birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Manteca, California, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver with F1 experience. Drives a Toyota Camry for Red Bull.

Jackie Stewart
auto racing, knighted

Real/Birth Name:

John Young Stewart

Also Known As:

Sir Jackie Stewart

Nickname(s):

Flying Scot

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

11 June 1939

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Gemini ♊ - the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21

Birth Place:

Milton, Dunbartonshire, Scotland, UK

Brief Facts:

Formula One driver. In the 1971 Birthday Honours Stewart was created an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). Knighted 2001.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2013.

BBC Sports Personality of the Year 1973.

Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year Award 1973.

Tony Stewart
auto racing, business, model, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Anthony Wayne Stewart

Nickname(s):

Smoke

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

20 May 1971

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Taurus ♉ - the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21

Birth Place:

Columbus, Indiana, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver and owner of racetracks. Spokesmodel for Subway, Toyota, Burger King.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2019.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2020.

Oliva, North Carolina, USA

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2002.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2005.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 2011.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2006.

Herb Thomas
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Herbert Watson Thomas

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

6 April 1923

Death Date:

9 August 2000

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

One of NASCAR's most successful drivers in the 1950s.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1998.

Alhambra, California, USA

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2017.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2013.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1965.

North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 1992.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2005.

Mickey Thompson
auto racing, business, murdered

Real/Birth Name:

Marion Lee Thompson

Nickname(s):

Mickey

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

7 December 1928

Death Date:

16 March 1988

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

1960, the first American to break the 400 mph barrier. Auto parts business for hot rod cars. Murdered, his wife was also killed.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Automotive Hall of Fame 2009.

International Drag Racing Hall of Fame 1991.

Monroe, North Carolina, USA

Speedy Thompson
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Alfred Bruce Thompson

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

3 April 1926

Death Date:

2 April 1972

Age at Death:

45, 1 day before his 46^th birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1984.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2011.

Tommy Thompson
NASCAR, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Howard W. Thompson

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

1922

Death Date:

1996

Age:

74 or 75

Birth Place:

Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Brief Facts:

First to win with a Chrysler hemi engine. Built a racetrack with a ¼ mile oval.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Kentucky Motorsports Hall of Fame 2012.

Dick Trickle
auto racing, NASCAR, suicide, unusual name

Real/Birth Name:

Richard Trickle

Nickname(s):

White Knight

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

27 October 1941

Death Date:

16 May 2013

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Scorpio ♏ - the Scorpion - people born October 24 through November 22

Birth Place:

Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, USA

Brief Facts:

Short track racer. More than an estimated 2,200 races, Trickle logged one million laps and is believed to have won over 1,200 feature races. Suicide by gunshot.

Curtis Turner
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Curtis Turner

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

12 April 1924

Death Date:

4 October 1970

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Floyd, Virginia, USA

Brief Facts:

Stock car racer with a reputation for drinking and partying.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2012.

Albuquerque, Arizona, USA

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2006.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2016.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1971.

Al Unser
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Alfred Unser

Also Known As:

Al Unser Sr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

29 May 1939

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Gemini ♊ - the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21

Birth Place:

Relationships:

father of

Al Unser Jr.

younger brother of

Bobby Unser

Younger than Bobby Unser by 5 years.

Descendants:

Al Unser Jr.

Brief Facts:

Driver, CART series and Indianapolis 500 which he won 4 times, including consecutive wins.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 1998.

Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2016.

New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame 1975.

Bobby Unser
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Robert William Unser

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

20 February 1934

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Relationships:

older brother of

Al Unser

Older than Al Unser by 5 years.

uncle of

Al Unser Jr.

Brief Facts:

Drive Indianapolis 500. Won 3 times.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Colorado Sports Hall of Fame 2011.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA

National Sprint Car Hall of Fame 1997.

New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame 1973.

Al Unser Jr.
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Alfred Unser Jr.

Nickname(s):

Little Al
Al Junior
Junior

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

19 April 1962

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Relationships:

son of

Al Unser

nephew of

Bobby Unser

Ancestors:

Al Unser

Brief Facts:

Two-time winner of the Indianapolis 500.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame 2009.

New York City, New York, USA

New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame 1994.

William K. Vanderbilt II
business, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

William Kissam Vanderbilt II

Also Known As:

William K. Vanderbilt Jr.

Nickname(s):

Willie K.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

2 March 1878

Death Date:

8 January 1944

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Pisces ♓ - the Fish - people born February 20 through March 20

Birth Place:

Relationships:

first cousin once removed of

Alfred G. Vanderbilt II

first cousin of

Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt

son of

Alva Belmont

first cousin twice removed of

Anderson Cooper

first cousin twice removed of

Carter Vanderbilt Cooper

younger brother of

Consuelo Vanderbilt

Younger than Consuelo Vanderbilt by 1 year.

great grandson of

Cornelius Vanderbilt

nephew of

Cornelius Vanderbilt II

first cousin once removed of

Flora Payne Whitney

nephew of

George Washington Vanderbilt

first cousin of

Gertrude Whitney

first cousin of

Gladys Vanderbilt

first cousin once removed of

Gloria Vanderbilt

older brother of

Harold Stirling Vanderbilt

Older than Harold Stirling Vanderbilt by 6 years.

grandson of

Maria Louisa Vanderbilt

father of

Muriel Vanderbilt

first cousin of

Reginald Vanderbilt

husband of

Virginia Fair

grandson of

William H. Vanderbilt

son of

William K. Vanderbilt

father of

William K. Vanderbilt III

Ancestors:

William K. Vanderbilt

William H. Vanderbilt

Cornelius Vanderbilt

Maria Louisa Vanderbilt

Alva Belmont

Descendants:

Brief Facts:

Built estate "Eagle's Nest". Set record speed for 1 mile - 39 seconds (92mph) in 1904.

Bill Vukovich
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash

Real/Birth Name:

William John Vukovich

Nickname(s):

Vuky
The Mad Russian
Vuke

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

13 December 1918

Death Date:

30 May 1955

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Sagittarius ♐ - the Archer or Centaur - people born November 23 through December 22

Birth Place:

Fresno, California, USA

Brief Facts:

Serbian ancestry. Formula One and Indy 500 driver. Killed in a crash at the Indy 500.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Rusty Wallace
auto racing, aviator, actor, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Russell William Wallace Jr.

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

14 August 1956

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver. Movie Herbie Fully Loaded.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Court of Legends 2005.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 2006.

Missouri Sports Hall of Fame 1998.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2014.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2013.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2010.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1988.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1993.

St. Louis Sports Hall of Fame 2011.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2006.

Darrell Waltrip
auto racing, NASCAR, sports analyst

Real/Birth Name:

Darrell Lee Waltrip

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

5 February 1947

Age today:

73, 21 days before his 74^th birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aquarius ♒ - the Water-Carrier - people born January 21 through February 19

Birth Place:

Owensboro, Kentucky, USA

Relationships:

older brother of

Michael Waltrip

Older than Michael Waltrip by 16 years.

Brief Facts:

Driver and owner. NASCAR Cup Series champion and Daytona 500 winner.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1996.

International Motorsports Hall of Fame 2005.

Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame 1990.

Kentucky Motorsports Hall of Fame 2012.

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America 2003.

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2012.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2003.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2006.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1976.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1981.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1982.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2000.

Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame 2001.

Michael Waltrip
auto racing, NASCAR, sports analyst, writer

Real/Birth Name:

Michael Curtis Waltrip

Also Known As:

Mike Waltrip

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

30 April 1963

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Taurus ♉ - the Bull - people born April 21 through May 21

Birth Place:

Owensboro, Kentucky, USA

Relationships:

younger brother of

Darrell Waltrip

Younger than Darrell Waltrip by 16 years.

Auto Racing Hall of Fame.

Brief Facts:

Two-time winner of the Daytona 500. Owner of Michael Waltrip Racing.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame 2010.

Rodger Ward
auto racing, aviator, sports analyst

Real/Birth Name:

Rodger M. Ward

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

10 January 1921

Death Date:

5 July 2004

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn ♑ - the Sea-Goat - people born December 23 through January 20

Birth Place:

Beloit, Kansas, USA

Brief Facts:

Midget cars and open wheel racing. Won at Indy twice.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

West Coast Stock Car Hall of Fame 2003.

Joe Weatherly
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

Joseph Herbert Weatherly

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

29 May 1922

Death Date:

19 January 1964

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Gemini ♊ - the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21

Birth Place:

Norfolk, Virginia, USA

Brief Facts:

NASCAR racer. Died from a head injury in a race crash.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Motorcycle Hall of Fame 1998.

Belmont, North Carolina, USA

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1965.

Talladega Walk of Fame 2001.

Humpy Wheeler
auto racing, actor

Real/Birth Name:

Howard Augustine Wheeler Jr.

Also Known As:

H.A. "Humpy" Wheeler

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

23 October 1938

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Libra ♎ - the Scales - people born September 24 through October 23

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

President and General Manager of Charlotte Motor Speedway. Voice role of Tex in animated movie Cars.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Emberton, Buckinghamshire, England, UK

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 2004.

North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 2004.

Dan Wheldon
auto racing, accident, vehicle crash

Real/Birth Name:

Daniel Clive Wheldon

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

22 June 1978

Death Date:

16 October 2011

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Cancer ♋ - the Crab - people born June 22 through July 22

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Winner of Indianapolis 500 race, 2005 and 2011. Died in a massive car crash pileup at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Larry Wilcox
actor, director, producer, criminal, aviator, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Larry Wilcox

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

8 August 1947

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

San Diego, California, USA

Brief Facts:

TV shows CHiPs, Lassie. Convicted for securities fraud, sentenced to three years probation plus 500 hours community service. Holds a Bonneville Salt Flats land speed record.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

DeMolay International Alumni Association Hall of Fame 2001.

Billy Carroll Wooldridge
auto racing, accident

Real/Birth Name:

William Carroll Wooldridge

Also Known As:

Billy Wooldridge

Nickname(s):

BC
Billy Carroll

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

10 August 1949

Death Date:

18 July 2011

Age at Death:

61, 23 days before his 62^nd birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Leo ♌ - the Lion - people born July 23 through August 21

Birth Place:

Frankfort, Kentucky, USA

Relationships:

nephew of

Butterball Wooldridge

25 December 1987 (Christmas Day)

Brief Facts:

Died 2 days after a heart attack and injuries in a crash just as he completed a race at an event named for his uncle.

Butterball Wooldridge
NASCAR, auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Paul V Wooldridge

Also Known As:

Paul "Butterball" Wooldridge

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

6 June 1931

Death Date:

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Gemini ♊ - the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21

Birth Place:

Frankfort, Kentucky, USA

Relationships:

uncle of

Billy Carroll Wooldridge

near Timmonsville, South Carolina, USA

Brief Facts:

The Annual Paul "Butterball" Wooldridge Memorial Race is named for him.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Kentucky Motorsports Hall of Fame 2011.

National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame 2008.

Cale Yarborough
auto racing, NASCAR

Real/Birth Name:

William Caleb Yarborough

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

27 March 1939

Age today:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Aries ♈ - the Ram - people born March 21 through April 20

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

NASCAR driver and owner.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Charlotte Motor Speedway Court of Legends 1996.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1994.

Jacksonville, Florida, USA

NASCAR Hall of Fame 2012.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1994.

North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame 2002.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1977.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1978.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1979.

South Carolina Hall of Fame 2013.

Talladega Walk of Fame 1996.

LeeRoy Yarbrough
auto racing

Real/Birth Name:

Lonnie Yarbrough

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

17 September 1938

Death Date:

7 December 1984

Age at Death:

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Virgo ♍ - the Virgin - people born August 22 through September 23

Birth Place:

Brief Facts:

Stock car racer. Won 7 races in 1969. Admitted to a mental institution on March 7, 1980 after trying to kill his mother by strangulation. Died there after a fall.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame 1990.

Richard Petty Driver of the Year 1969.

Smokey Yunick
auto racing, aviator

Real/Birth Name:

Smokey Yunick

Gender:

Male

Birth Date:

25 May 1923

Death Date:

9 May 2001

Age at Death:

77, 16 days before his 78^th birthday

Traditional Zodiac Sign:

Gemini ♊ - the Twins - people born May 22 through June 21

Birth Place:

Neshaminy, Pennsylvania, USA

Brief Facts:

Auto mechanic involved in auto racing. A pilot during World War II.

Halls of Fame, Awards, etc.

Daytona Beach Stock Car Racing Hall of Fame 1997.