GRAVE DIGGER: The Definition of a Monster Truck

Thirty years ago, Dennis Anderson brought the world GRAVE DIGGER, the most well-known and popular monster truck, which has since spawned a franchise. We took a trip to North Carolina to interview him and walk through his working museum of all things Grave Digger.

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[medora]

I think everyone should go to Monster Jam at least once in their life. It's an experience you just can't get anywhere else.

[_NoDrinkTheBleach]

I got to meet Dennis 24 years ago, when he was still working out of a very modest garage in Kill Devil Hills, NC. He was exactly the same back then as he is now. It's great to see that he still has so much love and enthusiasm for what he does.

[knyte]

And now his legacy live’s on in his kids, along with the rest of the Grave Digger empire. He truly was a one-of-a-kind legend.

[joshmontemayor]

Grave Digger... the 1 that many people (including me) go to Monster Jam to see.

He's the KING of Monster Jam!

[vrdragon]

so many years and yet Denis Anderson has remained true to his passion which leads me to believe Grave Digger is a timeless creation that'll live forever. Long Live Grave Digger

[maxwellharris]

I still have the legendary rivalry of Bigfoot and the Grave Digger in my mind

[Thinker]

Monster Trucks are cool.
I don't care what anyone says, they're still badass.

[avab]

I had a lot of hotweels monster trucks-- that was my childhood

[jacobwilliamson]

Since i was 8 this guy has never charged a penny for a autograph, a photo, even if he isnt busy he takes time to chat with fans and friends. He got his family involved to continue his legacy. Ive always hesrd good things about him. He's monster trucks pioneer

[andryhead]

Grave Digger definitely IS THE MONSTER TRUCK

[carlossoto]

Anytime I hear monster truck, Grave Digger comes to mind!🇺🇸

[Col.JohnMatrix]

I pass by his place every year on the way to the outer banks, been doing so since 1990. Crazy to see how much the place has changed with its increased popularity. He's really done a great job transforming the property. It's a def must see!

[cypresspartida]

*Dennis Anderson is the best driver and a badass I LOVE YOU ANDERSON*

[bingowild]

One of my best times of my life was working with Dennis on Digger in Pueblo Colorado a long time ago ! Dennis is the BEST !!

[bax]

ever since I can remember I loved monster trucks and the one that I loved the most was the Gravedigger. How the truck looked with it's paint really stood out compared to other monster trucks like Bigfoot. By far the most coolest monster truck around, next to my second favorite Samson.

[ricardobjj]

Grave Digger & Dennis Anderson are legends. One of my favorite memories was watching this truck go crazy and you always got a good show. GOAT

[itsmeangie]

the best monster truck driver in the world

[williamwingate]

Dennis Anderson man what else can I say! Life can't be so bad when you have guy's like him and Tom Meents ripping things up in arenas, domes, and speedways.

[joshuamccaulley]

Grave Digger, How Legends are made. That shoulda been the title.

[aaronblack]

He broke bones and still won multiple championships. Dennis Anderson is THE monster truck driver. The legend of Grave Digger lives on