Dale Earnhardt Jr.

About

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is an American professional race car driver and current racing analyst and broadcaster for NBC. He began competing in the NASCAR Cup Series in 1999 and earned two Daytona 500 victories in his career. Earnhardt Jr. has been voted NASCAR's Most Popular Driver Award a record fifteen consecutive times.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Timeline

1974

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is Born

On October 10, 1974, Dale Earnhardt Jr. was born in Kannapolis, North Carolina.

1996

Racing Debut in NASCAR

Dale Earnhardt Jr. made his debut in NASCAR Nationwide Series at the Myrtle Beach Speedway.

1998-99

Wins NASCAR Nationwide Series Championship

Dale Earnhardt Jr. won his first NASCAR Nationwide Series Championship in 1998 and repeated the feat in 1999.

2001

Loss of Father in Daytona 500

Dale's father, racing legend Dale Earnhardt Sr., died in a crash during the final lap of the Daytona 500.

2004

Wins Daytona 500

Dale Earnhardt Jr. won the Daytona 500, NASCAR's most prestigious race, 3 years after his father's fatal crash on the same track.

2008

Joins Hendrick Motorsports

Dale Earnhardt Jr. left Dale Earnhardt, Inc., the team founded by his father, to join Hendrick Motorsports.

2017

Retires from Full-Time Racing

Dale Earnhardt Jr. announced his retirement from full-time racing at the end of the NASCAR season.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Dale Earnhardt Jr. birthday?

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is an American race car driver who was born on October 10, 1974 and is currently 48 years old. He is best known for his achievements in NASCAR and his famous father, the legendary Dale Earnhardt Sr.

What is the Net Worth of Dale Earnhardt Jr.?

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has an estimated net worth of $300M. Dale made his fortune not only through his career as a NASCAR racer, but also through endorsements and investments. He is also a minority owner of the racing team JR Motorports. His wealth is largely attributed to his successful racing career, as well as other business ventures.