Rally legend Ken Block dies in a snowmobile accident days after Jeremy Renner’s snow plow incident
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Professional rally driver Ken Block was tragically killed in a snowmobile accident in Wasatch County, Utah. Moreover, his death comes just days after actor Jeremy Renner was severely injured while snow plowing.
Here is everything you need to know.
Ken Block passes away at the age of 55
The official account of Hoonigan Racing Division first announced the unfortunate demise of rally driver Ken Block.
In addition, they took to social media to share a post on 3rd January Tuesday to confirm the news.
Meanwhile, the organization outlined the post with a caption that read, ‘It’s with our deepest regrets that we can confirm that Ken Block passed away in a snowmobile accident today.’
This is how some mornings at my ranch in Utah look this time of year โ freshly coated with snow! Luckily we have the Ski-doo sleds, @CanAm Mavericks (one on tracks!) and Defender, and the Kubota machinery to dig us out and keep the property maintained. pic.twitter.com/LXJG1A6yPr
— Ken Block (@kblock43) December 29, 2022
They added, ‘Ken was a visionary, a pioneer, and an icon. And most importantly, a father and husband. He will be incredibly missed. Please respect the family’s privacy at this time while they grieve.’
According to the Wasatch County Sheriffโs Office in Utah, Block was riding a snowmobile on a steep slope. However, he died after the snowmobile upended and landed on top of him.
In addition, the Facebook post of the Wasatch County Sheriffโs Office said, ‘He was pronounced deceased at the scene from injuries sustained in the accident.’
If you didn’t know, Block was the co-founder of a sportswear company called DC Shoes. Additionally, he also served as a producer for a video series named Gymkhana. The series featured him driving on several dangerous courses and tracks.
Besides that, Block’s death comes only a couple of days after actor Jeremy Renner was airlifted to a hospital following a snow accident on 1st January Sunday.
According to reports, Renner sustained severe injuries while he was using a snow plow to clear snow outside his Reno, Nevada residence.
Besides that, he underwent surgery the following day and is now in a much more stable condition.
Furthermore, Rennerโs representative confirmed that he was suffering from blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries.
Fans express disbelief over Jeremy Renner’s and Ken Block’s news
Many netizens took to Twitter to share their disbelief that two snow-related tragedies have already happened in just a few days into 2023.
A fan wrote, ‘First Jeremy Renner then Ken Block then Damar Hamlin and it was only January 2nd so 2023 is definitely not getting off to a good start.’
First Jeremy Renner then Ken Block then Damar Hamlin and it was only January 2nd so 2023 is definitely not getting off to a good start
— ๐ข๐ฎ๐ช๐ท ๐๐ธ๐๐ฎ๐ต๐ต (@Maverick7321) January 3, 2023Advertisement
Someone else chimed in saying, ‘What a terrible day. Jeremy Renner almost dying. Ken Block passing. Damar Hamlin in the ICU. What a terrible start to 2023.’
What a terrible day. Jeremy renner almost dying. Ken Block passing. Damar Hamlin in the ICU. What a terrible start to 2023
— Trey (@treydubb2) January 3, 2023
Rest In Peace Legend ๐๐๐
— dcguy555 (@dcguy555) January 3, 2023
Rip driving legend ๐ #kenblock
— Bala Budie ๐ (@dawnjaybala007) January 3, 2023
The greatest rally driver of all time. Learned driving by seeing you ๐ฅบ
Hope you do donuts in heaven.@kblock43 pic.twitter.com/sgAsef4hKV
My favourite and most memorable moments of Ken Block.
— Mister Flak (@MisterFlak) January 3, 2023
Rip King๐ pic.twitter.com/VqtgEwsO1e
Rest in peace Ken Block: Hoonigan. Tire slayer. Icon. Donutting his way to heaven as we speak. ๐ฅโค๏ธ๐ฅ pic.twitter.com/76JqkQGpAE
— Ami Nakajima โจ (@AmiNakajima) January 3, 2023
R.I.P Ken Block remember seeing him at top gear live in 2012. Sad ๐ข day. pic.twitter.com/zcaG9whFPZ
— Alan Wildman (@alanwildthing99) January 3, 2023
RIP Ken Block pic.twitter.com/vd4sK0wwqK
— King Of Mopar ๐๐ (@KingOfMopar1) January 3, 2023
