Ned Jarrett is a retired American race car driver and broadcaster, who is a two-time NASCAR Grand National Series champion. He is the father of former drivers Glenn Jarrett and Dale Jarrett. Jarrett was inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America in 1997. Jarrett was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame as one of the five NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees of the 2011 class.
Jarrett’s last race was in 1966 at the American 500, Rockingham, after which he pursued his career as a broadcaster/racing announcer. In 1978, Jarrett became a radio broadcaster for MRN Radio. He even interviewed U.S. President Ronald Reagan live at the 1984 Firecracker 400 at Daytona International Speedway, the race famous for Richard Petty’s 200th win. Jarrett is currently a broadcaster for NBC Sports. Ned and Dale Jarrett became the second father-son combination to win Cup championships after Lee Petty and Richard Petty.
Who are Ned Jarrett’s Parents?
Ned Jarrett was born on October 12, 1932, to parents Homer Jarrett and Eoline Jarrett.
Who is Ned Jarrett’s Mother?
Eoline Marie Leatherman Jarrett was Ned Jarrett’s mother. Mrs. Jarrett was born on February 2, 1910, in Catawba County, North Carolina, and passed away on October 27, 2002, aged 92.
Who is Ned Jarrett’s Father?
Homer Keith Jarrett was Ned Jarrett’s father. Homer Jarrett was born on December 28, 1908, in Catawba, North Carolina, and passed away on February 13, 1983.
What Nationality are Ned Jarrett’s Parents?
Both of Ned Jarrett’s parents, Homer Keith Jarrett and Eoline Marie Leatherman Jarrett were Americans as they were born and brought up in the United States.
FAQs on Ned Jarrett's Parents
A. Homer Jarrett had a sister named Clarice Jarrett.
A. Ned Jarrett is also known as “Gentleman Ned Jarrett” due to his calm demeanor.
A. Ned Jarrett drove in his first race in 1952 at Hickory Motor Speedway (North Carolina).
A. Ned Jarrett’s last race was in 1966 at the American 500 (Rockingham), after which he retired from the Cup Series.
