Scott Kalitta

Race Car Driver

Birthday February 18, 1962

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Michigan

DEATH DATE Jun 21, 2008 (46)

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About

Late drag racer who was killed while qualifying for the Old Bridge Township Raceway Park in 2008. He was the Top Fuel Season Champion in 1994 and 1995.

Before Fame

His racing career started at the Old Bridge Township Raceway Park in 1982.

Trivia

At the time of his death, he was one of just fourteen drivers ever to have won titles in both the Top Fuel and Funny Car divisions.

Family Life

His father is former NHRA driver Connie Kalitta.

Associated With

His death led to racer Tony Schumacher helping to develop parachute technology designed to prevent similar deaths.