Chris 'Block' Gordon dies in crash during Ohio racing event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 11:38 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Chris 'Block' Gordon, a 55-year-old drag racer known for his role in 'Street Outlaws: Fastest in America,' died in a crash at a raceway in Ohio over the weekend. KD Motorsports Park confirmed his passing on August 23, stating that he was involved in a devastating accident. Emergency responders were present at the scene, but efforts to save him were unsuccessful. Gordon's fiancée, Amanda Grasty, expressed her grief on social media, highlighting the deep bond they shared. A GoFundMe has been set up to assist with the costs of returning his body to South Carolina and arranging for his burial.
- •Gordon was a veteran drag racer aged 55.
- •He starred in 'Street Outlaws: Fastest in America'.
- •The race took place at KD Motorsports Park in Ohio.
- •Emergency medical staff were on scene during the incident.
- •A GoFundMe has been established to cover funeral expenses.
- 11:38 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Street Outlaws’ Star Chris ‘Block’ Gordon Dies in Horrific Crash
"The 55-year-old was competing in a race in Ohio over the weekend.
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