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Ken Block
American rally driver (1967–2023)
For other people named Ken Block, see Ken Block (disambiguation).
Not to be confused with Ken Buck.
| Ken Block | |
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Block in 2017 | |
| Born | Kenneth Paul Block (1967-11-21)November 21, 1967[1] Long Beach, California, U.S.[2] |
| Died | January 2, 2023(2023-01-02) (aged 55) Wasatch County, Utah, U.S. |
| Related to | Lia Block (daughter) |
| Debut season | 2014 |
| Car number | 43 |
| Former teams | Hoonigan Racing Division |
| Starts | 26 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 2 |
| Best finish | 9th in 2017 |
| Years active | 2014 |
| Car number | 43 |
| Former teams | Hoonigan Racing Division |
| Starts | 1 |
| Wins | 1 |
| Podiums | 1 |
| Best finish | 15th in 2014 |
| Years active | 2011–2015 |
| Car number | 43 |
| Former teams | |
| Starts | 39 |
| Wins | 6 |
| Podiums | 12 |
| Best finish | 2nd in 2014 |
| Years active | 2005–2010, 2012–2014 |
| Car number | 43 |
| Co-driver | Alex Gelsomino |
| Former teams | |
| Starts | 60 |
| Wins | 16 |
| Podiums | 28 |
| Best finish | 2nd Overall in 2006, 2008, and 2013. |
| Active years | 2007–2008, 2010–2014, 2018 |
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About the InnovatorBorn and raised in California, Ken Block grew up immersed in the state’s skateboarding and snowboarding cultures. An entrepreneur and artist at heart, Block formed his own printing business and sold hand-screened T-shirts to local skate shops. In 1994 he partnered with Damon Way, brother of professional skateboarder Danny Way, to launch the athletic apparel brand DC Shoes. Ten years later, they sold the brand and Block decided to pursue another of his passions: European-style rally racing. Block proved a natural in rallying. He joined the Rally America series in 2005 and posted five top-five finishes in his debut season, earning Rookie of the Year honors in the process. Block’s marketing experience from his DC Shoes days proved a valuable asset, allowing him to secure sponsorship deals with automakers, apparel manufacturers, and beverage companies. It also gave him the insight to recognize a rising new medium. In November 2008, Block uploaded a four and a half-minute video to YouTube he called Ken Block Gymkhana Practice – “gymkhana” being a 19th-century t
Ken BlockKenneth Paul Block (November 21, 1967 – January 2, 2023) was an American rally driver. He raced with Hoonigan Racing Division, formerly known as the Monster World Rally Team. He competed in the Rally America and Global Rallycross competitions. He was also one of the co-founders of DC Shoes. He took part in many action sports events, including skateboarding, snowboarding and motocross. Block or his Hoonigan-branded cars have featured in video game series such as Dirt and Forza. Block was born in Long Beach, California. He was married and had three children. At the time of his death, Block lived in Woodland, Utah. On January 2, 2023, Block died in a snowmobile accident in the Mill Hollow area of Wasatch County, Utah. He was 55.[1] References[change | change source]Other websites[change | change source]Copyright ©axisthaw.pages.dev 2025 | |