The Incredible Story of Ken Block

[@jugo85]

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..

[@itsdokko2990]

Something to live by. Rest in Peace Ken. Lost, never forgotten!

[@kuartz.]

I love people who say “but he wasn’t that good” like man, he’s in WRC in the first place, I think that says everything it needs to 😂

[@andysiddons9194]

@@kuartz. people say that because most wrc drivers are drivers that are not gd enough for f1 but ken was different he never wanted to race in that sense he was all about taking a car to it's limit not to fly around in fast cars

[@jahimuddin2306]

@@kuartz., It is like when people say certain NBA players suck. They are still in the top league.

[@reapersatan2864]

I am 37 and I just started my dream job. I can’t help but feel an affinity to Ken. Man this hit me in the feels.

[@theepichedgehog]

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

[@lynnmei4346]

Nah, he is not a good driver. He is just a rich boy who can dump money on cars. He is more a stun man than a driver. In the rally world, too many others like Sebastien Loeb, Colin McRae are far more talented and better than him.

[@youtubeviewer9523]

@@lynnmei4346 dude he started driving at 37 and went on to compete in the wrc. He has a shitload of talent. If he started karting when he was 6 like most other drivers, I have little doubt that he would have been in the top 3 each race.

[@steviejrr]

@@youtubeviewer9523 Nah, he wasn't even good at rally. He's not that impressive, very overrated.

[@youtubeviewer9523]

@@steviejrr Haha I would love to see you take the 1400hp (likely more) hoonicorn around pikes peak. You would fall off the side of the first turn to your miserable and lonely death. You probably drive a PT cruiser convertible, so you can shut up. He had bigger balls and more skill than most race drivers ever. And he was a great guy.

[@KapitanPisoar1]

goat in making shoe commercials...

[@_synix_2620]

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.

[@antrich110]

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

[@linusojohansson]

@Frixwar 43 is is racing number

[@Bergamot88]

I mean considering his profession.. it’s not that crazy

[@zqzj]

Life is so fragile.

[@float32]

@@Bergamot88 it's a bit crazy that it wasn't related to his profession.

[@andysiddons9194]

@@float32 he was racing witch is his profession

[@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👑

[@youtubeviewer9523]

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.

[@youknow8by8youself]

He isn't going to read this

[@bassdestroyerscarreviews9070]

@@youknow8by8youself let people grieve dude

[@youtubeviewer9523]

@@youknow8by8youself dude STFU of course he isn't. It is my way of expressing my gratitude and sorrow towards this tragic loss that has affected me and many others.

[@youtubeviewer9523]

@@bassdestroyerscarreviews9070 thanks for sticking up for me man. Some people are just assholes and have no understanding of how the world works.

[@steviejrr]

heaven doesn't exist bud.

[@royjsilverback7644]

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

[@nocoffeebadday695]

I've been a fan of Ken's since watching him race and other dirt bike stunts on x games in the late 90's.

[@jimz68]

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

[@AlinTrinca]

The first time I saw Group B was in the early days of youtube, was just a pup meself. It was mesmerizing. The only other time i felt something similar was watching the first Gymkhana video. What a legend. Rest in peace Ken. God was in dire need of a rally driver I suppose.

[@danielcaprioli8946]

Like him or not, Ken was a living legend, he made motorsport mainstream for all..just respect and love for him.

[@jasonwells7354]

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.

[@SkippingBaboon]

Well said!

[@DF-et4gs]

Solid post man. I am truly going to miss watching his team ups with other drivers and YT stars; he not only knew how to have a good time but was so supportive of others and their quest to do better! That was a window into his true being. A legend. RIP Ken

[@Shinkajo]

And how, pray tell, do you know any of this?

[@RafidW9]

@@Shinkajo how, pray tell, did your mom produce such an imbecile and an embarrassment like you?

[@jahimuddin2306]

@@Shinkajo, His family very obviously love him.

[@bubidisc]

Thank you for this video. R.I.P. Ken. I'll miss you much.

[@lodestone69]

I'm 54 and started at Gymkhana 5, so I was late on the scene. Still had me buying a pair of DC shoes though. I loved this man and there were real tears when I heard the news I hope that Lia takes on his legacy, as she was well on the way, anyway. He will be sorely missed. RIP Ken

[@scottmeredith3359]

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

[@joshuafleckenstein351]

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

[@cS-nf2dg]

The personification of the phrase "merging man & machine". Got to see/chat with him at the Ojibway Forrest rally. Hell of a guy. He'll sorrily be missed & never be equalled. Now he'll hoon with the wings of angels...

[@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

[@cra_55]

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.

[@stevenstallabrass3819]

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 waste!!!!! 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! 👊🫶🥰

[@stevepaul1190]

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

[@coccifrance]

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

[@RatBürgerSk8]

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.

[@AeroGuy07]

No ads, no sponsor plugs. Just a well done tribute. Thank you!

[@suddendilemma5137]

RIP to Ken. He lived life to the fullest

[@feke5987]

Even after more than a week I still can't grasp the fact that he's gone. When it comes to icons of the automotive world he was up there for me alongside the likes of Paul Walker and the Top Gear trio as some of the people that really got me into cars. His legacy will live on for years to come and the content he made with the Hoonigan team will remain some of the best automotive content of all time.

[@andysiddons9194]

Paul walker was an actor not an icon of automotive world

[@sunmoonmunna3557]

@@andysiddons9194 yes he’s an actor but what made him famous was stuff related to cars and he was an inspiration to car enthusiasts.

[@patmcassey6465]

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

[@monaroman2874]

Perfect tribute for a man I thought was just amazing in a car RIP Ken you will be forever missed

[@nerf123dca]

Is it just me or did we all have them DC Stickers on all our stuff? What an icon

[@nitrouspeed3583]

Racing has been a huge staple in my life, and whenever people ask me how I got into racing I show them the same gymkhana video that changed my life over a decade ago. I will miss him forever

[@drewtarrant7321]

Great tribute to Ken. Over a week later, we are still saddended and shocked to the core with his passing😪. A HUGE loss for motorsport . An unimaginable loss for his family and Hoonigan.

[@rhouser1280]

Hoonicorn is my absolute favorite car I’ve ever seen, something about a 4x4 1400hp classic mustang just struck a chord with me. Ken pushing that car to it’s limit every time he climbed in made an incredible experience! What a legend & tragedy, I know the impact he made on me & apparently, on everyone that knew him felt the same.

[@FiXsy_]

I still remember playing the old Dirt games and racing alongside him, watching all the Gymkanas and his other amazing stunts. He was truly a gift to this world that we should never forget. My heart goes out to all of his close ones. RIP Ken, it was a crazy ride, and I'm so happy that I could be a part of it

[@richardbeaudoin4937]

Not often celebrity deaths hit hard with me. But this is definitely one.

[@tee8612]

We miss you KB43… legend and inspiration for life… thankful to you for bringing me and so many other into the world of motorsports.. its been a week and i still tear up thinking of you.. Prayers to your family and your close friends.. You will never be forgotten Block!

[@carfreak290]

Gymkhana 1 changed everything moving forward. That level of car control had never been seen at the "viral" living-room level.

[@robrohrer2014]

R.I.P. Ken🙏🏻 and Thank You

[@sorn2866]

I grew up getting into motorsports because of Gymkhana until now and carrying his number 43 everytime because of him RIP Ken thank you so much

[@ammarisrar2005]

The BEST memory I have of KB is him doing donuts around the saqash dressed guy on the Segway, Ken was actually the person who got me into rally racing and motorsports in general. RIP legend

[@jamiegriffith9887]

Ken helped get me into cars even more, showing what was possible with them, his stunts and rallying videos cemented me as a forever car guy and fan of motorsport

[@EricDJF]

I've never quite understood how people feel so upset about somebody they never met dying before,until now. I'm just so sad that Ken passed away he just seemed like such an incredibly nice guy and had a talent that was so addictive to watch.

[@joegomez5463]

Bruh, I found out about Ken thru NFS 2015 (I recently got it, cause 1.Tofu car, and 2. My 4Y.o. likes cars, and roaming games, and this was both lmao) And..yeah, hearing about this at first I was like "Ken block, the NFS guy?" But now, really looking in to everytbing hes done, I'm getting more and more sad. I'm becoming a fan of someone who isnt even here anymore to make me a fan lmao. He's timeless. Hope his family can get thru it and whatnot. Sad to hear he isnt here anymore.

[@kbakeritsallaboutnobody.5761]

Long live Ken Block's memory in the hearts and lives of his family, friends, and fans.

[@rodolfoptx]

Ken Block's premature loss reminds me of Steve Irwin's: both captivated us by dancing with danger and always getting away unscathed, just to be taken from us in such mundane situations. It's almost like death feared their adventures. Rest in peace, legends.

[@PranavAnand2112]

What an observation! It sounds painfully true though :(

[@wolterzz3267]

I get what you're saying, man. Their deaths also reminded me of that of Ken's big hero Colin McRae, who also was very similar to these guys.

[@DrThic]

The Hoonicorn is, and always will be, one of if not my favorite cars of all time. Everything about it is just perfect. I was lucky enough to see it in person & seeing it on video doesn't do it justice. Ken Block brought millions of people into car culture and inspired so many. RIP 😭

[@R3DHarmony]

It took me a couple of days to watch this video. After following Ken's career for over a decade and absolutely admiring every single thing this man did. Countless hours watching Gymkhana videos, replicating his cars in video games, and just overall loving his art. Ken is a legend. There will never be a day when you refer to him as "was a legend". There's been hundreds of people we've all idolized for a number of reasons, Ken will always be at the top. Ken Block's legendary life will live on through his daughter, his videos, and the impressions he left on millions if not billions of people. R.I.P to the greatest to ever breath

[@Juicefpv]

Thank you for making this video

[@aaronmachado13]

I grew up in Annapolis Maryland so I followed Travis closely and seeing those two compete at FedEx field during the 2014 Global Rallycross and you could see those two havin a showman style. They weren’t “ I was faster by .5 seconds” they were always about who got the most sideways in the corners. Ken was someone who inspired many from bringing alternative skater style to motorsport, inspiring hoonicorn replicas, giving many athletes a platform to grow with sponsoring DC. The action sport world lost a good one and wish the block family the best during these hard times. Rest In Peace Ken

[@BrunoPOWEEER]

I still can’t believe he’s gone…

[@GetOutsideYourself]

His videos were pure art. Just amazing. Timeless even.

[@shaynemorten2253]

Legends might pass away but they never die. GodSpeed Ken!

[@augustaspaulauskas91]

I now remembered that I had one pair of dc skateshoes when growing up because of ken's videos and that and his videos were insane R.I.P the G.O.A.T #43 🙏

[@Tweej]

So many things he did that alone would have been a great legacy. He was so many things all at once and running through everything was passion. He seemed determined to give his daughter every opportunity to do at a young age what he did so late in life. May she carry on the Block legacy (if that is her wish)

[@Roogs209]

RIP Ken Block. 25 year DC shoe wearer, moto and rally fan for bout same. Always looked up to the man. Thanks for the vid Scott and team!

[@ZepG]

I grew up in the USA in the 70's/80's and loved riding BMX bikes, dirt bikes, skateboards etc.. When I got my first car in 1984 I tried drifting it on my school's parking lot lol. The second I saw Ken Block I was hooked on his passion for what I also loved and will miss him dearly!

[@Eggyteevee]

I was like 9 when my older brother showed me Ken Block's Gymkhana 5, at the time I didn't found that much interesting, since for me few things were interesting at the time, but then I grew up and started noticing how amazing he was. Now, 10 days ago, I was here on YT, looking for something and I saw the news that he passed away, even if I didn't cry or be sad, I knew it was a great loss, I saw all my friends sad about him, almost everywhere I go on Internet was talking about him, paying condolences, and this will be a day I wont forgot, like when Senna died, nobody will forget when, where or what they were doing when the news came. Like everybody on the car community, I will miss him, he was a hero we didnt deserved, but a hero that we needed to teach us a lesson that everything is possible if you want, and most importantly, if you have fun doing it. Rest In Peace Ken, you may be gone, but your leggacy will live on for decades to come.

[@mclarenscca]

He passed away doing something he loved, and I bet he had a smile on his face! RIP Ken, you were, and will always be a legend!!!! To his 3 daughters, try not to let this effect the rest of your life in a negative way! Celebrate his life! 🙂

[@raztubes]

He didn't have a smile on his face. Instead, it was a snowmobile. Too young, and a terrible way to go; no need to sugarcoat things.

[@forbiddenera]

Still in shock and disbelief. I wasn't sure what to think of him at first but he kept growing on me and solidified himself as my hero when I learned he didn't even start rallying until he was my age as I was thinking more and more that I was getting too old to even bother..and whether I ever do or not, full respect for him showing it's possible while supporting his daughter to do the same. I do hope this video is not monitized though or that any proceeds are donated.

[@DannyBoy-qd2jb]

Weather u knew Ken or never met him,This lost feels like losing someone u knew,RIP Ken Block you’ll never ever be forgotten🙏🏻💚🌹

[@tomarmstrong6594]

That Ford he stared in is so iconic I fell in love with it RIP Ken

[@bigjames754]

Ken Block will never truly be gone. All of his friends, family and supporters will keep his legacy alive forever. Our grandkids grandchildren will know about Ken Block and watch his amazing videos. His legacy shall forever live on.

[@shadetreediesels]

Rip Ken, you will be missed. One of the best drivers in the world, man was an artist behind the wheel!

[@k20cam49]

It wasn’t just rally, it was xgames, gymkhana, his influence on the car community globally. I grew up watching countless videos and playing early dirt rally games, he’s one of the reasons I love motorsport. Legend

[@andresilva8444]

Love his RS - the perfect Group B car. I don't consider myself a petrolhead but damn do I enjoy Ken Block. He was brilliant and will live on forever.

[@SatanClaus69]

He was iconic. The man had style, charisma, talent... a true loss to our community. Rest easy, champ! Can't wait to see what his daughter gets up to in the cars, she is a monster driver herself according to Ken.

[@Andrew-zx9wx]

Thank you Ken for sharing all you did in cars, RIP brother. Can’t imagine his family’s pain at this time. 😢

[@Andrew-zx9wx]

Edit: this video was a great tribute to Ken, thank you.

[@Tyler_J_Cook]

I met and hung out with Ken and his family not too long ago. amazing people and i think about them all the time. RIP my hero.

[@antisadboi6934]

Ken was one of my heros, he's the reason I love drifting so much, and the fact he achieved all that he did in his 55 years with us isn't something to engorge, we'll miss you ken and remember "If you're not scared you're not going fast enough"

[@agamvfx3880]

downloading dirt 3 again to compete with him in gymkhana again🕊🕊

[@BlàckÐèàth]

Gymkhana is today what "Escape from Stockholm" was a over a decade ago. RIP 43 THANK YOU for the memories!

[@PlsMakeSense999]

KB IS THE PURE DEFINITION OF A MAN OF PASSION... A MAN OF HEART... Thank You For Your Legacy... Rest In Peace...

[@hrperformance]

RIP Ken. Thanks for everything dude. Truley inspirational on so many levels.

[@ColtCapperrune]

RIP to the only celebrity hero I’ve ever had 💔

[@salmanazam9444]

Ken Block was a master of his craft, and one of the original sensations of KZbin. Enough said.

[@MambaBreezy24]

Those Gymkhana videos are masterpieces. Rest Easy, Ken. An inspiration to the entire motorsports community.

[@shaodynasty1017]

I was lucky enough to travel to the X Games and see Ken race in 2011. I was only 16 years old then. Great memories. Rest In Peace Ken Block

[@AETERNVS]

We are in the making of a documentary on the history of the Pikes Peak hill climb. There’s a good part in the video that talks about Ken Block’s “climbkhana” that he did there. We were working on that part when he passed away.. as shocked as we still are, we decided not to quit on the video, and we transformed it in something to honor Ken’s memory. He was truly unique, just like his cars. Awesome tribute ❤

[@rafe1835]

Ken was such an influential driver. I loved how amazing he was as a driver and a person. Still processing that we won’t have this legend around anymore. Rest in peace Ken.

[@randomgamerofgames7986]

43 fly high he will always be never forgotten rest in piece

[@bbbenj]

RIP Ken... Thanks for the hommage.

[@LateNightRituals]

No one will ever be like him. As original, as lovable and as impactful

[@maxipetrulio]

"If you are not scared, you are not going fast enough. " 🙌

[@siriusbreak2212]

Ken Block is an absolute LEGEND. Period. To say he will be missed would be the understatement of 2023, and it JUST started.

[@jasonlanglois7906]

Very tasteful tribute to an absolute legend. Well done as always. RIP #43

[@moe_1886]

Lovely piece mate. Gone to soon, but his legend will live on! RIP KB!

[@alanbarnett328]

You didn't talk about Lia! His one and only spiritual successor. His 16 year old daughter, who is absolutely filling his shoes even now. If you haven't seen what she's been up to, she drag raced the 1400HP Hoonicorn in Hoonicorn vs. the World Season 2! At 14! She's incredible, and really deserves the support of all the fans of her father.

[@youtubeviewer9523]

Dude he has 3 daughters, all of which are damn fast at kart racing, and will probably be great drivers. Talent breeds talent

[@alanbarnett328]

@@youtubeviewer9523 Oh shoot, I hadn't heard of his other kids, that's awesome! I wish them all the best.

[@discoverlight]

Hard to believe this legend is gone. He was a legend long before he passed away, there was no other like him.

[@lazyman2604]

Hard to watch with/out some Manly emotions coming through, what an amazing Dad and driver he will be missed. Much love Mr. block

[@DBoone123]

RIP He was such a huge part of the car community and he will me missed by so many people all over the world.

[@larsmadsen8351]

Great tribute. As a fellow fan of the hoonicorn, I just love how the car looks standing still, it just looks right, and just gets better when driven. Great job by the build team. RIP Ken

[@billyrose7181]

Godspeed!!! You were a Motorsport icon and sorely missed Ken

[@Voltikz95]

This side of the automotive world will forever be different thanks to the things Ken did. He was such a massive inspiration to a lot of us. Personally, he kept me in the world of Rally after the passing of McRae. This world would be so much worse if we didn't have Ken. Rest in Peace 🖤🤍💚🤍🖤

[@olekaarvaag9405]

Man, the Gymkhana cars are out of this world. Literally some of the wildest and coolest car ever made. His style of car control is exactly the style I like the best. The hairpins where he practically enter backwards and get that smooth and perfect exit is incredible to watch. We truly lost a legend that will be praised for many decades to come.

[@samleary2733]

I remember where is was when I first saw the original gymkhana video. Was always into motorsport so it was right up my alley but that video opened the car world doors to a whole generation of people that previously didn’t care. The entire automotive and entertainment industries both owe him an enormous amount of gratitude

[@rubenpulles7382]

I remember finding out about gymknana when I was 13 years old. He fueled my love for motorsport to irreversible levels. The aesthetic of his cars and everything else blow my mind. Started drinking monster because of him. Ultimately found out about pikes peak and formula drift because of Ken. Just cant believe he's gone. Id wanna say rest in peace but with Ken its gonna be more like rest in furious tire smoke and turbocharged thunder.

[@allanon93]

RIP Ken. He gave me my love of Audi's especially for the old ones

[@bigjohnnywolf7500]

I was wondering how you were going to tell the story of Ken Block in just over 10 minutes. Great job.. There is a Hoonigan in Heaven.. Race in Peace Ken..

[@nollienick1121]

Rip Ken. You made me fall I love with extreme driving. I’m going to my first rally this year. I was hoping to meet him but I’ll still have a great time. Plus Travis will be there too. Great video.

[@2fast2nick]

I remember the first time I saw Gymkhana practice, mind blown. I showed it to everyone I knew. I don't know how many times I've even seen it

[@Datslowguy77]

RIP to the legend Ken Block. The man may be gone, but his legacy will endure for generations.