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Brad Pitt serves as co-grand marshal at Bristol NASCAR race

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 7:24 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Brad Pitt serves as co-grand marshal at Bristol NASCAR race
Summary

Brad Pitt will appear as a co-grand marshal for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 19, 2026, alongside Johnny Morris. Pitt's attendance coincides with the promotion of his upcoming film, 'Heart of the Beast,' set to release on September 25. This event follows recent celebrity appearances at NASCAR events, including Tom Cruise and WNBA star Sophie Cunningham. While Cruise's appearance was promotional for a 'Days of Thunder' sequel, Cunningham's schedule prevents her participation this weekend.

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  • •Brad Pitt and Johnny Morris are co-grand marshals at Bristol
  • •Pitt promotes his film 'Heart of the Beast'
  • •Recent celebrity attendees include Tom Cruise and Sophie Cunningham
  • •Cruise announced a sequel to 'Days of Thunder' before Daytona
  • •Cunningham's team played August 19 and has games this weekend
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  • 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — No Tom Cruise or Sophie Cunningham, but Brad Pitt adds celebrity flair to NASCAR at Bristol
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In recent weeks, Tom Cruise and Sophie Cunningham made headlines by attending NASCAR races. Now, it's Brad Pitt's turn at Bristol.

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