Ken Block dies in snowmobile accident, aged 55

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Ken Block dies in snowmobile accident, aged 55

A tragic start to 2023, with news of the sudden passing of Ken Block at the age of 55. The professional rally driver and co-founder of Hoonigan and DC Shoes was killed in a snowmobile accident in Utah.

First indicated by news reports, where it was said that Block was riding a snowmobile on a steep slope, when the vehicle upended, landing on top of him, Block’s death was confirmed in a statement published earlier today on Instagram by Hoonigan.

“It’s with our deepest regrets that we can confirm that Ken Block passed away in a snowmobile accident today. Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon. And most importantly, a father and a husband. He will be incredibly missed. Please respect the family’s privacy at this time while they grieve,” read the statement.

Block was a prominent figure in the automotive world, having competed in various rally and rallycross events and also through his Gymkhana video series. He will fondly be remembered as the head Hoonigan in charge and through his achievements in a long 11-year association with Ford.

On January 2, 2023 at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Wasatch County 911 Center received a call reporting a snowmobile…

Posted by Wasatch County Sheriff's Office on Monday, 2 January 2023

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  • Henry on Jan 03, 2023 at 2:12 pm

    RIP.

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  • KC on Jan 03, 2023 at 2:26 pm

    Sad, many luminaries passing on. Rest in peace Ken Block, thanks for showing your skills and videos!

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  • #KB43 #HHIC will be missed on Jan 03, 2023 at 2:31 pm

    Grew up watching his gymkhana videos, from the first gymkhana to the last one, all of his rally race events, from Subaru, to Ford and to Hyundai.. thank you #KB43, for making me fall in love with rallying, you can rest now Legend… #HHIC #Hoonigan

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  • seancorr on Jan 03, 2023 at 4:14 pm

    RIP legend.

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  • Jeffery chan on Jan 03, 2023 at 5:20 pm

    If he hve participate this year 2023 Paris Dakar rally.this will not happen

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  • Nobody on Jan 03, 2023 at 7:05 pm

    So long Ken block u r very talented rally driver I ever see in internet

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  • Clueless Newbie on Jan 03, 2023 at 7:40 pm

    RIP Ken! Send our regards to Paul Walker!

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  • KNS on Jan 03, 2023 at 8:53 pm

    Gone too soon mate, and will be sorely missed. Your daughter has just started to pick up the ropes and would need a few more years of your guidance. I hope her talent will shine through and make you proud.

    RIP.

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  • Uganthiran on Jan 04, 2023 at 10:03 am

    Rip

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  • @Snakebabu on Jan 04, 2023 at 10:28 am

    REST IN SPEED KEN :(

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  • MUGILAN on Jan 04, 2023 at 1:49 pm

    I AM MISS YOU GOD KEN BLOCK
    MISS YOU LOT BROTHER
    LIKE YOU LOT BROTHER

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