Ken Block

The automotive daredevil and legend's Hoonigan social media posted this evening that Block was killed in an accident while snowmobiling today.

We are saddened to hear of the loss of Kenneth and our hearts are with his family and friends so deeply affected. Block was riding with a group but was alone when the accident occurred. Perhaps most life-changing, for Block and all of us, was the start of the Gymkhana video series, which began as a marketing exercise for DC. The post said: "The driver, Kenneth Block, 55-year-old male out of Park City, Utah, was riding a snowmobile on a steep slope when the snowmobile upended, landing on top of him. He was almost 40 at the time, and within a year was finishing in the top 10 in his class. Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon.

Pro rally driver Ken Block, who later became an internet sensation with his daring stunts behind the wheel, died aged 55 after a snowmobile accident, ...

He competed in the World Rally Championship and won several rallycross medals at the X Games. And most importantly, a father and husband. “Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon.

The stunning death of Ken Block was met with mourning from drivers and riders in reaction to the loss of the pioneering action sports and rally star.

Ken Block transcended the motorsports world. The world lost a true motorsports visionary 🙏 Showed the world how to make awesome content, and just a wheelman!! Ken Block, such a legend! Thinking about Ken Block and his family too. Never met Ken, but admired his vision and excellence in what he did in all phases of life. The reason a Subaru was my first car. Block [made a demonstration run with an Extreme E SUV](https://www.extreme-e.com/en/news/68_Extreme-E-E-SUV-and-Ken-Block-prepped-for-maiden-Dakar-Rally-outing.html) during the 2020 Dakar Rally. After being administered CPR, Hamlin was transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital, and the NFL said he was in critical condition. NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Ryan Vargas said that watching Block’s videos while growing up “shaped my personality and interest in cars.” Santino Ferrucci (“an absolute badass revolutionary for our sport”), Scott McLaughlin and Graham Rahal also paid respects on social media. He was a true visionary with his own unique style & infectious smile.”

Block leaves behind a wife and three children. Block forever changed car culture. Racer, Gymkhana superstar, and extreme sports legend Ken Block died in a ...

Block leaves behind a wife, Lucy, and three children. Block was riding a snowmobile with a pack of friends in Utah, though he was apparently alone when the accident occurred. From his time in a rally car to creating the

Rally car driving star Ken Block died Monday at the age of 55 after a snowmobile crash in Utah, per.

And most importantly, a father and husband," Hoonigan Racing Division He was riding on a steep slope when the snowmobile upended and landed on top of him. Block competed for Hoonigan Racing Division, formerly known as the Monster World Rally Team.

Former WRC driver, gymkhana artist and Hoonigan founder Ken Block was killed in a snowmobile accident on Monday, local authorities confirmed.

He was pronounced dead at the scene. The 55-year-old driver was running up a steep slope when his snowmobile "upended, landing on top of him," police said. "Ken was a visionary, a pioneer, and an icon.

Pro rally driver Ken Block, who later became an internet sensation with his daring stunts behind the wheel, died aged 55 after a snowmobile accident, ...

The series racked up millions of views on YouTube. He competed in the World Rally Championship and won several rallycross medals at the X Games. And most importantly, a father and husband.

Pro rally driver Ken Block died aged 55 after a snowmobile accident, his team Hoonigan Racing said on Monday.

He competed in the World Rally Championship and won several rallycross medals at the X Games. And most importantly, a father and husband. “Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon.

Legendary driver Ken Block, 55, dies after his snowmobile flipped and landed on him at his Utah ranch.

The footage was never aired. "He was a massive influence on everything he touched, including the global world of rallying," it said in a statement on Facebook. And most importantly, a father and husband. A competitive rally driver since 2005, Block was Rally America's Rookie of the Year in his first season and went on to win rallycross medals at the X Games and podium finishes at the World Rallycross Championship. Block was riding a snowmobile up a steep slope in Wasatch County, Utah, when the vehicle upended, landing on top of him, the local sheriff's office wrote on Facebook. "Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon.

The WRC family is saddened to learn that Ken Block passed away on Monday (2nd January) in a snowmobile accident.

He lived his life to the fullest and I'll never forget his smile and laugh. My deepest sympathies to the Block family." “Shocked and saddened to hear the passing of a true icon of our sport. "A tough day for motorsports and sports. Soon, though, Block decided the world of architecture wasn't for him and he packed his bags - headed for Colorado to try his hand as a snowboarder. Ken was a visionary and a true legend who has inspired so many of us.

US rally driver and YouTube star Ken Block was killed when the snowmobile he was riding overturned on a steep slope in Utah, his racing team and US media ...

SAN FRANCISCO - US rally driver and YouTube star Ken Block was killed when the snowmobile he was riding overturned on a steep slope in Utah, his racing team and US media reported Monday. US rally driver and YouTube star Ken Block was killed when the snowmobile he was riding overturned on a steep slope in Utah, his racing team and US media reported Monday. US rally driver, YouTube star Ken Block dies in snowmobile mishap

At a time when the Fast and Furious franchise took the world by storm and created a new generation of petrolheads, Ken Block made his mark.

Sending love to his family ?? Shocked and devastated to hear the news this morning. The— Mohammed Ben Sulayem (@Ben_Sulayem) [pic.twitter.com/SU5pQmhD3E] [January 3, 2023] He was one of the first racers I ever saw support the LGBTQIA+ community. [pic.twitter.com/DwgU7X14Ec] [January 3, 2023] [pic.twitter.com/a7k8oVmaRb] [January 3, 2023] World has lost one of it’s greats. [https://t.co/Hi7LDMb2T4] [pic.twitter.com/i08ZYxeOrl] [January 3, 2023] Ken Block was a legend and much of what he did inspired me to get into modifying Subarus and eventually get into motorsports. [pic.twitter.com/YdKcYrR44F] [January 3, 2023] His race number, 43, is one we'll cherish forever.

The acclaimed driver, best known for his “Gymkhana” videos, was killed in a snowmobile accident.

He also won five medals at the X Games between 2006 and 2013, and was the first American to drive in the World Rally Championship. He was the Rally America rookie of the year in 2005, and finished second overall in 2006, 2008 and 2013. on Monday “when the snowmobile upended, landing on top of him,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement.

The FIA World Rallycross Championship family is saddened to learn of the passing of Ken Block yesterday. Amongst his many achievements, Ken twice finished ...

Rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and your loved ones!! My condolences go out to Ken’s family. Ken’s passing leaves a huge hole in our sport, but his legacy as a visionary and inspiration to millions all around the world will live long. Today is a very sad day, and all our thoughts are with Ken’s amazing family. He placed ninth in the World Championship standings in his final season in 2017.

TG remembers a true game-changer who did more for motoring than he could have ever imagined.

He was fun to be around, and that came through in his driving and in his films. [I sat next to him in cars a couple of times](https://www.topgear.com/car-news/hot-hatch/video-we-ride-shotgun-ken-block-new-ford-focus-rs). His legacy lies not only in his films and output, but also in his ability to inspire people into the future. [making a film in London](https://www.topgear.com/car-news/top-gear-tv/gallery-matt-leblanc-ken-block-and-hoonicorn-take-london). He appeared on the show a few times, in fact we jumped on the Block train early sending James May out to film with him in 2009. Yes, other things such as drifting and rallycross had been there before and nudged the boundaries, but in Ken Block we had a focal point for our passion, a north star to marvel at. We all have our favourites: for me the donut inside the hanger in Gymkhana Practice, the spin on the Montlhéry banking in Gymkhana 3 and 1min 22secs in he pitches his Subaru sideways at gloriously high speed and in that moment we knew two things: 1) this is what the internet was made for and, 2) Ken Block was going to be huge. It cost him a fractured vertebrae, but opened our eyes to the possibility of more. At the time each was a seminal moment. He was, and in more than just YouTube hits, a big guy with a big personality. In person he was relaxed and friendly, very confident, but neither cocky nor arrogant.

The likes of Jenson Button and Esteban Ocon have paid tribute to rally and stunt driver Ken Block, who passed away at the age of 55 on January 2.

This tweet has been removed from Twitter They stated: "Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon. Block began his rallying career in 2005 but made waves with his Gymkhana video series that saw him drift and jump in spectacular style across the globe.

Ken Block, an action sports legend who also co-founded Hoonigan Racing, died on Monday at age 55 after his snowmobile fell backwards on a steep slope.

And most importantly, a father and a husband," Hoonigan wrote in the statement. A previous version stated that DC Shoes was founded in 1984. Block's legend is likely to live on through the rally racing success of his family. "Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon. Officials pronounced him dead at the scene. [The Wasatch County Sheriff's Office later confirmed ](https://www.facebook.com/wasatchcountysheriffsoffice/posts/pfbid0ke2BVsreR4RLenSqkMHfNoyyeXHTiUE6n5g1fT7uEXTLom7gmG6L8qMXJky42SMcl)that Block was riding a snowmobile near his home in Utah around 2 p.m.

The rally world lost perhaps its ultimate showman with the tragic passing of Ken Block, who died aged 55 on Monday following a snowmobile crash in Utah.

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