The Incredible Story of Ken Block

Ken Block is an inspiration to all petrolheads, a guy that could do almost anything with a car - insane control, total bravery and unbelievable skill.

There were so many aspects to his professional life - shoe designer, world rally driver, X games competitor, designer of EPIC cars and YouTube sensation.

For me personally - he wasn’t just a true racer, he was a pioneer of motorsport content creation and showed us all what was possible.

So we’re going to go over his life, show what made him so great as well as some of his INCREDIBLE cars.
You may know Ken Block from watching the WRC, the Dirt franchise of video games or the incredible Gymkhana videos - but Ken Block actually started out in life wanting to be a skateboarder - growing up in Long Beach, California.

But once his family moved to San Diego or the ‘middle of nowhere’ as he called it, he started to mess around with dirt bikes. This would start his obsession with extreme sports that would define his life.

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[theepichedgehog]

RIP to one of the GOATs. My heart goes out to his family and friends, he will be missed

[_synix_]

The Hoonicorn itself was just a masterpiece of a car. When Ken showcased its performance in Gymkhana 7 and Top Gear, it proved to be one hell of a car with one hell of a driver behind it. Ken may be gone now but his videos and cars will always be here. Rest in Peace Ken, your skill behind the wheel will never be forgotten.

[jugo]

Apart from his amazing legacy, the fact that he started rally at age 37 is proof that it is never too late to go flat out chasing a dream! RIP..

[antrich]

I dont usually get emotional when celebs pass away, but when this legend died.. It hit hard.

[OfficiallySnek]

I still find it crazy to believe every time I hear it. The legend will stay in our hearts forever! 43

[JaySpec.]

“In life, from the simplest thing to the biggest thing, I want to be proud of what it is and stake my claim: 'That's mine and that's how I do it.'”
—Ken Block

And he absolutely did it. Rest in Peace legend👑

[youtubeviewer]

Rest easy Ken. I grew up watching your insane videos and you have inspired me and hundreds of millions of others. You were my hero and got me into rally racing. It truly will not ever be the same without you. Real legends never die, and your legacy will live on, in the heart of myself and many others. You revolutionized the car scene and bought it to the point it is today.

As a fellow mountain biker and huge fan, I hope that you will be drifting the streets of heaven. Never forget to KILL ALL TIRES and GO FAST, RISK EVERY THANG.

Thank you for everything you have done for me and so many others, and I truly hope that your legacy will never be forgotten. You may be gone, but never forgotten. RIP to my hero and an amazing human being. You will be sorely missed.

[jimz]

Beautiful tribute to a great sportsman. Well done. KB will be missed.

[jasonwells]

The part about Ken that's missing here is how good of a human being he was. This is a guy who always has time for fans and friends. Was a good dad and husband to his family. He never stopped being himself. I will always be inspired by his do it to the max mentality while being as calm and cool at the same time. A legend who will be truly missed. RIP Mr. Block.

[joshuafleckenstein]

Gone too soon, but still, what a legacy to leave behind. A visionary and a pioneer. RIP Ken, thank you for all the inspiration.

[scottmeredith]

Scott nailed it when he said “Pioneer of Motorsport content creator”. I’ve never known how to classify Block in my mind, but that’s probably the best descriptor for him. RIP

[stevenstallabrass]

Can’t believe he’s gone! I’m a 56 year old man that cry’s when I watch Ken’s videos now!!! Such a sad sad My love to his family and all his friends!! Sweet love he was an unassuming inspirational man! I never thought I’d be affected like this, but I guess I never thought he’d leave us so soon!!! My love to him and his family! My heart goes to them! 👊🫶🥰

[royjsilverback]

This is the only famous person that made ne cry when they passed. I am 34. Grew up watching this stuff. He will not be forgotten

[stevepaul]

Beautiful tribute Scott. Ken’s life, driving skill, cars and legend will never be matched, or forgotten. RIP Ken.

[cra_]

More than just a racing driver, he was an entertainer. He didn't just come to the sport to win; he made us love the sport.

[iTsDePrince]

Idk how you’re not crying talking about our legend Ken. I can’t stop tearing 😢anytime his videos appear anywhere. Thanks for awesome tribute video

[coccifrance]

My hero goes down but the legend lives on ! My son is learning from his legacy at eighth years old ! Thank you Ken !

[patmcassey]

I appreciate that you guys put this out this week and actually told his story. So many YouTube channels were exploiting his death to get views by just cutting together gymkhana clips

[suddendilemma]

RIP to Ken. He lived life to the fullest

[flurpoid]

Still so hard to believe he is gone. The world lost an incredibly passionate and talented man, who ultimately just wanted to share his passion with the world.