Ned Jarrett is a retired American race car driver, known for his success in NASCAR in the 1960s. He was born on October 12, 1932, in Newton, North Carolina. He earned the nickname Gentleman Ned for his polite sportsman conduct on and off the track. Jarrett's career highlights include winning the NASCAR Grand National Series championship twice in 1961 and 1965. He also won the 1956 Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway.
Jarrett retired from racing in 1966 and took on a career in broadcasting. He became an important voice in motorsports providing commentary and analysis on CBS and ESPN. Ned's contribution to the track and commentation earned him a place in the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2011. He is the father of former drivers Glenn Jarrett and Dale Jarrett.
| Name | Ned Jarrett |
|---|---|
| Net worth | $16 million |
| Age | 91 years old (October 12, 1932) |
| Residence | North Carolina, USA |
| Position | Former NASCAR driver, Racing Commentator |
| Marital Status | Married to Martha Karrett |
| Source of Wealth | Racing career, Broadcasting |
| Salary | Not publicly disclosed |
| Endorsements | Ford, Goodyear, STP, and ESPN |
| Endorsement Earnings | Not publicly disclosed |
How much is Ned Jarrett's net worth in 2024?
According to Celebrity Net Worth, as of June 2024, Ned Jarrett's net worth is estimated to be around $16million.
Ned Jarrett's endorsements
Ned Jarrett's endorsements include products and services related to racing, automotive supplies, and sports broadcasting channels. He had a long-standing association with Ford, promoting their vehicles and automotive products during his racing career. Goodyear, known for high-performance race tires, also endorsed Jarrett. STP, a manufacturer of automotive additives and lubricants, endorsed him by placing their logo prominently on the racing car during racing days. When Jarrett transitioned to broadcasting, he became a familiar face on ESPN endorsing the network coverage of motorsports and providing expert commentary.
Ned Jarrett's other sources of income
Apart from racing, Jarrett had a successful career as a racing commentator and analyst for major networks like CBS and ESPN. He has also earned income from public appearances, speaking engagements and endorsements related to motorsports and automotive industries.
Ned Jarrett's charity work
Jarrett hosted a charity golf tournament in North Carolina for over 25 years and raised more than $1 million for the American Cancer Society. His commitment to cause comes from personal experience with cancer within his family, which includes the unfortunate loss of seven relatives, including his father, to the disease.
FAQs on Ned Jarrett
A. Ned Jarrett was born on October 12, 1932, in Newton, North Carolina, USA.
A. Ned Jarrett retired from racing at the age of 34
A. Ned Jarrett won two NASCAR Grand National series championships (now known as the Cup Series championships) in 1961 and 1965
A. Ned Jarrett resides in Newton, North Carolina, USA
