Ken Block Biography: Death, Movies, Age, Parents, Siblings, Net Worth, Height, Awards, Children, Wife

Ken Block was a Professional Rally Driver and entrepreneur who rose to fame as a co-founder of the skateboarding brand DC Shoes.

His career took off in the mid-2000s when he competed in high-profile rally events, earning accolades for his driving skills.

However, Block gained further global recognition for his Gymkhana video series, where he performed jaw-dropping driving stunts that went viral on YouTube.

Beyond motorsports, Block was also heavily involved in the action sports community, competing in snowboarding, skateboarding, and motocross.

Profile

•   Full name: Kenneth Paul Block  
•   Date of birth: November 21, 1967  
•   Age: 55 (at the time of death in 2023)  
•   Gender: Male  
•   Place of birth: Long Beach, California, USA  
•   Nationality: American  
•   Profession: Professional Rally Driver, Entrepreneur
•   Height: N/A  
•   Parents: N/A  
•   Siblings: N/A  
•   Spouse: Lucy Block  
•   Children: Lia Block  
•   Relationship status: Married  
•   Religion: N/A  
•   Ethnicity: Caucasian  
•   Net worth: $100 million

Early Life and Education

Ken Block, who was 55 at the time of his death in 2023, was born on November 21, 1967, in Long Beach, California. He grew up immersed in California’s thriving skateboarding and snowboarding cultures.

These early experiences laid the groundwork for his later success as an entrepreneur and a motorsports star. In 1994, Block co-founded DC Shoes with Damon Way, quickly becoming a leading skateboarder brand. His educational background, school details, and early academic career are not widely documented.

Personal Life

Ken Block was married to Lucy Block, and they had one child, a daughter named Lia Block. The couple shared a close relationship, and Block often involved his family in his professional ventures, particularly as his daughter Lia began following in his footsteps by participating in motorsports.

Ken Block largely kept his personal life private. While he was in the spotlight for his rallying and business ventures, his family life remained out of public scrutiny.

Career

Ken Block began his motorsport career in 2005 when he started rally racing with Vermont SportsCar, driving a Subaru WRX STI. Block quickly made a name for himself by finishing in the top ranks of Rally America events, and in his debut season, he won the Rally America Rookie of the Year award.

He later transitioned to competing in the X Games, securing podium finishes and showcasing his skills to a broader audience. Block’s career was further solidified by his viral Gymkhana series, where he performed extreme stunts in modified cars.

The videos gained millions of views online, making him a social media sensation. In addition to rallying, Block also competed in the World Rally Championship (WRC) and Global Rallycross Championship, driving for the Monster World Rally Team.

Awards

•   Rally America Rookie of the Year (2005)  
•   Numerous X Games medals (including silver and bronze in 2006 and 2007)  
•   Multiple podium finishes in Rally America and Global Rallycross.  

Net Worth

Ken Block’s estimated net worth was $100 million. Block’s wealth was largely derived from his motorsports ventures, his viral Gymkhana video series, and his business success as the co-founder of DC Shoes.

His involvement in action sports and motorsports helped him build a diverse financial portfolio, contributing to his wealth.

Death

Ken Block tragically passed away on January 2, 2023, in a snowmobiling accident near his ranch in Utah. He was 55 years old. The accident occurred when Block was riding a steep slope, and the snowmobile upended, landing on top of him.

His death was a significant loss to the motorsports and action sports communities, which mourned the passing of a legend whose influence spanned decades.

Social Media

• Instagram: @kblock43  
• Twitter: @kblock43  

Filmography

•   Gymkhana 2: The Infomercial
•   Gymkhana 3: Ultimate Playground
•   Gymkhana 4: The Hollywood Megamercial
•   Gymkhana 5: Ultimate Urban Playground