John Paul Jr.

Race Car Driver

Birthday February 19, 1960

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Indiana

DEATH DATE Dec 29, 2020 (60)

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About

IndyCar and CART racer who won one race in each series. He received the Scott Brayton Trophy in 1997.

Before Fame

He became the youngest IMSA Champion in racing history in 1982.

Trivia

His career was briefly put on hiatus when he was incarcerated for involvement in drug trafficking.

Family Life

His father, John Paul Sr was also a racer, and the two men won the 1982 12 Hours of Sebring together.

Associated With

He finished second at the 1984 24 Hours of Le Mans, while racing with partner Jean Rondeau.