Herb Thomas
Race Car Driver

Herb Thomas Net Worth

Herb Thomas was a legendary NASCAR driver born on April 6, 1923 in North Carolina. He was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame and is remembered as one of the best drivers of the 1950s. He was a pioneer in the sport and his legacy lives on today.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day April 6, 1923
Birth Place North Carolina
Age 97 YEARS OLD
Died On Aug 9, 2000 (age 77)
Birth Sign Aries

💰 Net worth: $850 million (2024)

About

International Motorsports Hall of Fame member was one of NASCAR's best drivers of the 1950s.

Before Fame

He ran a sawmill Business, supplying lumber for the military in WW II.

Trivia

He joined NASCAR its founding year, and raced in the inaugural Grand National series two years later, winning 48 races in all.

Family Life

His brother Donald also raced in the Grand National series, becoming the youngest drive to win a race.

Associated With

He inspired the "Doc Hudson" character, who was voiced by Paul Newman in the animated film "Cars."

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About the author

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