Denny Hamlin's Parents

Last Modified Feb 12, 2025 12:01 GMT
Denny Hamlin Parents
Denny Hamlin and his mother at the Southern 500. [Credits: Getty Images]

Denny Hamlin, is a professional racecar driver in the NASCAR Cup Series. He is veteran driver who has participated in the Cup Series for 20 years, as of February 2025. Hamlin is also Cup Series team owner. He is the co-owner of team 23XI Racing. Hamlin has the most number of victories in a Cup Series (54) without a championship victory. Hamlin is a three-time Daytona 500 winner. Denny Hamlin races for Joe Gibbs Racing, driving the no.11 Toyota Camry XSE. He has an exceptional record of qualifying for playoffs in every season he has participated full-time in the Cup Series, as of February 2025.

Denny Hamlin is a native of Tampa, Florida and he was born on November 18, 1980. He started his NASCAR Cup Series career in 2006. He was the only Rookie to qualify for the NASCAR Chase for Nextel Cup. His debut performance earned him the Rookie of the Year title in 2006. Hamlin has been racing for Joe Gibbs Racing ever since his debut and he had his best finish in 2010, when he became the runner-up in the 2010 NASCAR Cup Series.

Who are Denny Hamlin’s parents?

Denny Hamlin was born to father, Dennis Hamlin and mother, Mary Lou Clark. He is the youngest son of his family. He has two older siblings, Lisa and Kevin. Denny Hamlin once said in an interview with Kyle Petty that his motto is to pay off the debts of his family and reclaim their lost possessions, showing his love and gratitude for his family.

Who is Denny Hamlin’s mother?

Denny Hamlin’s mother is Mary Lou Clark. Reportedly, she was born and brought up in Tampa, Florida. Momma Hamlin was the youngest child among six siblings. She graduated from Robinson High School in Tampa. Hamlin’s mother started working from an early age, selling hot dogs when she was 14. She had many small jobs before she met her future husband in Junior High School.

Mary used to work as a file clerk at American Automobile Association after graduating high school in 1974. She worked at the company for 33 years before retiring in 2006. Momma Hamlin made sacrifices to make sure that her son could pursue his big dreams. She gave up her 1967 Camaro Rally Sports Convertible to fund Denny’s racing career, as per Kansas' official website.

Who is Denny Hamlin’s father?

Dennis Hamlin is the father of Denny Hamlin. According to information available on Kansas' official website, he started the Chesterfield Trailer and Hitch Repair shop in 1996. The shop was their household’s primary income source. Hamlin revealed in his interview with Kenny Wallace, that his father had reportedly asked the Joe Gibbs driver to be more humble which the latter ultimately followed meticulously.

Denny Hamlin’s father had to give up many prized possessions to help Denny build a career in NASCAR. His racing expenses proved to be highly unstable for the family. They had to mortgage their house twice, in order to fund Denny Hamlin’s early years. Hamlin Sr. also sold away his 1932 Ford classic to collect the money required for Hamlin’s races. Denny Hamlin’s friend and co-owner of his team 23XI Racing Michael Jordan presented his father with a special framed cigar via Fox News. He will smoke the cigar when his son Denny finally wins the Cup Series.

What is the nationality of Denny Hamlin’s parents?

Denny Hamlin’s parents are both Americans by birth. They are native residents of Tampa, Florida where Hamlin was born.

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Denny Hamlin's father with his daughters. [Credits: Facebook/Denny Hamlin]
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Dennis Hamlin, Denny Hamlin's father. [Credits: Getty Images]
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A young Denny Hamlin with his father. [Credits: Facebook/Denny Hamlin]
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Denny Hamlin and his mother, Mary Lou. [Credits: Instagram/@dennyhamlin]

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FAQ's On Denny Hamlin

A. Denny Hamlin grew up in Chesterfield, Virginia.

A. Denny Hamlin is 43 years old as of March 2024.

A. Denny Hamlin has 2 older siblings, Lisa and Kevin Hamlin.

A. Denny Hamlin’s father is Dennis Hamlin.

A. Denny Hamlin is a three time Daytona 500 winner and has the most victories in Cup Series without a championship title.

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