The Richard Childress Racing team has often been associated with the late great Dale Earnhardt. Now, in his NASCAR career, his car had always been decked out with several sponsors. One of them was Realtree Outdoors, founded by Bill Jordan. Recently, it transpired that Bill’s son Tyler was getting married and wanted his father as his best man. However, little did Bill know what else was planned for him. Apparently, this all started as a groomsman’s gift to his father. Then Tyler Jordan had a brainwave and decided to call Richard Childress. Incidentally, Childress happens to be best friends with Bill, so Tyler asked him for some Dale Earnhardt memorabilia. In all honesty, the husband-to-be was expecting something like a helmet or a firesuit. Heck, he wouldn’t have complained even if the gift was a piece of sheet metal. Childress though had other ideas and went above and beyond the call of duty. READ MORE: “Never Really Asked for It”—Tyler Reddick Reveals His One Issue With Kyle Busch Taking His RCR Seat [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nascar-news-never-really-asked-for-it-tyler-reddick-reveals-his-one-issue-with-kyle-busch-taking-his-rcr-seat/] HOW DID NASCAR FANS REACT TO THE THOUGHTFUL RICHARD CHILDRESS GESTURE? His grand plan was for Bill to be gifted the actual car of Dale Earnhardt. The car in question was the #3 RCR machine that he raced in 1999, with the NASCAR 50th Anniversary sticker on it. As it turned out, Bill was friends with both Richard Childress [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/richard-childress/] and Dale Earnhardt. The best part was that Childress also recorded a personal message for Bill. Richard Childress [https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1125280260.jpg]DAYTONA BEACH, FL – FEBRUARY 16: Team owner Richard Childress stands on the grid during qualifying for the NASCAR Xfinity Series NASCAR Racing Experience 300 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2019 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) Needless to say, several fans were happy for Bill Jordan. One fan commented on the video on Facebook, saying [https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3372474003083033], “Awesome Awesome Awesome. Well deserved Bill.” Another praised Tyler for the thoughtful gift, saying, “That’s a great gift Tyler for your Dad. Awesome awesome.” Yet another called the #3 car a “Sweet ride!!” Other responses read, “You both are doing it right always thanking those that have helped you along the way!!! Congrats Bill and Tyler!!!”; “So thoughtful! Great gift! I’m over here crying watching ‘Coach Bill’ get choked up! Wonderful man, wonderful family!”; “Such a great gift to an amazing man! Dale Sr. would want Bill to keep this car forever. Great job Tyler and RCR [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nascar/richard-childress-racing/]!” WATCH THIS STORY: “Rowdy in the 3 is the Greatest Moment of my Life” – NASCAR Fans React as Kyle Busch Begins his Richard Childress Racing Chapter [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/nascar-news-rowdy-in-the-3-is-the-greatest-moment-of-my-life-nascar-fans-react-as-kyle-busch-begins-his-richard-childress-racing-chapter/] 

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[caption id="attachment_423971" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-423971" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201026191536/GettyImages-78605405.jpg" alt="Dale Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt Jr." width="1920" height="1376" /> DAYTONA BEACH, FL - FEBRUARY 4: Dale Earnhardt Sr. &amp; Dale Earnhard, Jr. pose together at the raceway in Daytona Beach, Florinda on February 4, 2001. The Earhnardts and Andy Pilgram earned second in the GTS category during the 2001 Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona. (Photo by ISC Archives/CQ-Roll Call Group via Getty Images)[/caption]
<h3>Dale Earnhardt: 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h3>
Dale Earnhardt Sr. was the most prominent driver in American stock car racing. Even though he always did things the way they suited him, he was remarkable in the NASCAR world.

Beyond etching his name as a legendary driver in the history books of NASCAR, he was also popular as his own Brand name. Outside his remarkable career in the racing field, Earnhardt Sr. also raved in business. He named it Dale Earnhardt Inc. -  the team his son raced with.
<h3>Dale Earnhardt Sr.: Stats and Championships</h3>
Earnhardt began his racing career in NASCAR, participating in the Winston Cup Series in 1975. He bagged the 1979 Winston Cup Series Rookie of the Year. Following this, he earned seven titles of the Winston Cup Series Champion for the NASCAR Cup Series.

In the NASCAR Cup Series, Earnhardt Sr. raced for 27 consecutive years. In the record of 676 races he subsequently achieved 76 victories, 22 Pole finishes, and 428 Top Tens.

At the NASCAR Xfinity Series, the maestro drove in 136 races. In the tenure of 13 years, he clinched 21 trophies, 7 pole positions, and 75 top ten finishes.

He won the IROC Championship four times and also won the 1998 Daytona 500.

Furthermore, Earnhardt Sr. triumphed over the Southern 500 three times; he has the same record at the Coca-Cola 600.

He was the winner of the maiden Budweiser Late Model Sportsman Series race as well as the Busch Series.

Dale Earnhardt also claimed the 2001 Winston Cup Series Most Popular Driver. He received the award of NASCAR's 50 Greatest Drivers too.

In 2002, Motorsports Hall of Fame Inductee; 2006, International Motorsports Hall of Fame Inductee; 2010, NASCAR Hall of Fame Inductee; all three awards are under his collection.
<h3>Dale Earnhardt Sr: 2021 Net Worth</h3>
The accurate worth of Earnhardt Sr. is not available. However, at the time of his death, his approximate <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/dale-earnhardt-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">net worth</a> was $70 million. If calculated at present, his net Worth will rise more than $100 million.

He has a long list of assets and properties along with his firm left for his kins.
<h3>Dale Earnhardt Sr: Foundations and Charity</h3>
Earnhardt Sr. has profoundly contributed to the field of philanthropy.

He helped in preserving wildlife and the environment. He further participated in lending help to the unprivileged children and their education.

The Dale Earnhardt Foundation still runs in his name to continue the legacy. It supports the needy through funds and sponsorships too.
<h3>Dale Earnhardt Sr.: Family</h3>
Earnhardt Sr. was born on April 29, 1951. He was the third child of Martha and Ralph Earnhardt. His father was a racer in NASCAR too.

At the early age of 17, Dale tied the knot with Latane Brown for the first time in 1968. The couple conceived their first child, Kerry, in the following year.

After his first divorce, he got married to Brenda Gee. The couple further gave birth to two children - Kelley King Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Soon after their son was born, the couple split. Wedding bells rang for the last time in 1982 as he read vows to Teresa Houston. The couple had their daughter in 1982, Taylor Nicole Earnhardt.

Earnhardt Sr. passed away on February 18, 2001, in an accident.
<h3>Dale Earnhardt Sr: Quick Facts</h3>
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<td width="206">DATE OF BIRTH</td>
<td width="142">April 29, 1951</td>
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<td width="206">EXPIRED</td>
<td width="142">February 18, 2001 (49)</td>
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<td width="206">CAUSE OF DEATH</td>
<td width="142">Basilar Skull Fracture (in an accident while racing)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="206">HEIGHT</td>
<td width="142">6’1’’</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="206">NATIONALITY</td>
<td width="142">German-American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="206">MARITAL STATUS</td>
<td width="142">Married (thrice)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="206">SPOUSE</td>
<td width="142">Latane Brown (M-1968)

Brenda Gee (M-1971)

Teresa Houston (M-1982)

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</tr>
<tr>
<td width="206">KIDS</td>
<td width="142">4-Kerry, Kelley King Earnhardt, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Taylor Nicole Earnhardt</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="206">CHAMPIONSHIPS</td>
<td width="142">7</td>
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<tr>
<td width="206">NET WORTH</td>
<td width="142">Above $70 Million</td>
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DAYTONA BEACH, FL &#8211; FEBRUARY 4: Dale Earnhardt Sr. &amp; Dale Earnhard, Jr. pose together at the raceway in Daytona Beach, Florinda on February 4, 2001. The Earhnardts and Andy Pilgram earned second in the GTS category during the 2001 Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona. (Photo by ISC Archives/CQ-Roll Call Group via Getty Images) Dale Earnhardt: 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Dale Earnhardt Sr. was the most prominent driver in American stock car racing. Even though he always did things the way they suited him, he was remarkable in the NASCAR world. Beyond etching his name as a legendary driver in the history books of NASCAR, he was also popular as his own Brand name. Outside his remarkable career in the racing field, Earnhardt Sr. also raved in business. He named it Dale Earnhardt Inc. &#8211;  the team his son raced with. Dale Earnhardt Sr.: Stats and Championships Earnhardt began his racing career in NASCAR, participating in the Winston Cup Series in 1975. He bagged the 1979 Winston Cup Series Rookie of the Year. Following this, he earned seven titles of the Winston Cup Series Champion for the NASCAR Cup Series. In the NASCAR Cup Series, Earnhardt Sr. raced for 27 consecutive years. In the record of 676 races he subsequently achieved 76 victories, 22 Pole finishes, and 428 Top Tens. At the NASCAR Xfinity Series, the maestro drove in 136 races. In the tenure of 13 years, he clinched 21 trophies, 7 pole positions, and 75 top ten finishes. He won the IROC Championship four times and also won the 1998 Daytona 500. Furthermore, Earnhardt Sr. triumphed over the Southern 500 three times; he has the same record at the Coca-Cola 600. He was the winner of the maiden Budweiser Late Model Sportsman Series race as well as the Busch Series. Dale Earnhardt also claimed the 2001 Winston Cup Series Most Popular Driver. He received the award of NASCAR&#8217;s 50 Greatest Drivers too. In 2002, Motorsports Hall of Fame Inductee; 2006, International Motorsports Hall of Fame Inductee; 2010, NASCAR Hall of Fame Inductee; all three awards are under his collection. Dale Earnhardt Sr: 2021 Net Worth The accurate worth of Earnhardt Sr. is not available. However, at the time of his death, his approximate net worth was $70 million. If calculated at present, his net Worth will rise more than $100 million. He has a long list of assets and properties along with his firm left for his kins. Dale Earnhardt Sr: Foundations and Charity Earnhardt Sr. has profoundly contributed to the field of philanthropy. He helped in preserving wildlife and the environment. He further participated in lending help to the unprivileged children and their education. The Dale Earnhardt Foundation still runs in his name to continue the legacy. It supports the needy through funds and sponsorships too. Dale Earnhardt Sr.: Family Earnhardt Sr. was born on April 29, 1951. He was the third child of Martha and Ralph Earnhardt. His father was a racer in NASCAR too. At the early age of 17, Dale tied the knot with Latane Brown for the first time in 1968. The couple conceived their first child, Kerry, in the following year. After his first divorce, he got married to Brenda Gee. The couple further gave birth to two children &#8211; Kelley King Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Soon after their son was born, the couple split. Wedding bells rang for the last time in 1982 as he read vows to Teresa Houston. The couple had their daughter in 1982, Taylor Nicole Earnhardt. Earnhardt Sr. passed away on February 18, 2001, in an accident. Dale Earnhardt Sr: Quick Facts  DATE OF BIRTH April 29, 1951  EXPIRED February 18, 2001 (49)  CAUSE OF DEATH Basilar Skull Fracture (in an accident while racing)  HEIGHT 6’1’’  NATIONALITY German-American  MARITAL STATUS Married (thrice)  SPOUSE Latane Brown (M-1968) Brenda Gee (M-1971) Teresa Houston (M-1982) &nbsp;  KIDS 4-Kerry, Kelley King Earnhardt, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Taylor Nicole Earnhardt  CHAMPIONSHIPS 7  NET WORTH Above $70 Million

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[caption id="attachment_485224" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-485224" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1125280260.jpg" alt="Richard Childress" width="1920" height="1280" /> DAYTONA BEACH, FL - FEBRUARY 16: Team owner Richard Childress stands on the grid during qualifying for the NASCAR Xfinity Series NASCAR Racing Experience 300 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2019 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2>Richard Childress: 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsement</h2>
Richard Childress is an American former NASCAR driver and team owner.

Childress began his first race as a substitution. By 1971, Childress started racing on the high level as an autonomous driver, He used the number 96. He changed to number 3 in the 1976 season.

Despite the fact that he always lost as a driver, he regardless ended up being competent and predictable in the driver's seat with six top-5 completions, 76 top-10 completions, with the best finish of fifth in 1975.
<h2>Richard Childress: Stats and Championships</h2>
He resigned from driving in 1981 after Rod Osterlund sold his NASCAR team. Childress decided to resign and put Earnhardt in the driver's seat of his No. 3 vehicle, with Wrangler Jeans' sponsorship.

Earnhardt returned for the 1984 season. The pair are regarded as one of the most powerful duos in NASCAR history. They won titles in 1986, 1987, 1990, 1991, 1993, and 1994. During the 1990s, Childress started growing his hustling realm, handling sections in the Cup Series and Truck Series.

The group won the 1995 Truck Series title with driver Mike Skinner in the arrangement's first season. He extended to a two-vehicle team in the NASCAR Cup Series, with driver Skinner driving the No. 31. In the initial segment of the 2000s, he extended to three vehicles, with the No. 30 vehicle driven by Jeff Green.

With Harvick having won the Busch Series title in 2001 and 2006, RCR turned into the primary group in NASCAR history to win every one of the three of NASCAR's title.

[caption id="attachment_485220" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-485220" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1097127946.jpg" alt="Richard Childress" width="1920" height="1280" /> DAYTONA BEACH, FL - FEBRUARY 10: NASCAR team owner, Richard Childress watches during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 61st Annual Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 10, 2019 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2>Richard Childress: 2021 Net Worth</h2>
According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-businessmen/richard-childress-net-worth/">Celebrity net worth</a>, he has total assets worth $250 million.

He is the current group proprietor of Richard Childress Racing (RCR). His grandsons Austin Dillon and Ty Dillon are NASCAR drivers.
<h2>Richard Childress: Foundations and Charities</h2>
In 2008, he and his wife Judy established the Childress Institute for Pediatric Trauma (CIPT) subsequent to finding out about the absence of help and subsidizing for the deadly disease in the United States.

CIPT conveys a mission to help find and offer the most ideal approaches to help youngsters. The foundation is in partnership with Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. The Childress Institute keeps on being the focal point of Childress' and RCR's charitable endeavors.
<h2>Richard Childress: Museum</h2>
The RCR Museum incorporates group proprietor Richard Childress' days as a NASCAR driver, the title-winning time with Dale Earnhardt and the No. 3 group, the advancement and achievement of the group after Earnhardt's passing, and Childress' enthusiasm for racing.

It has the biggest assortment of No. 3 Goodwrench Chevrolets, including the 1998 Daytona 500-winning vehicle, the 1995 Brickyard 400 victor and every one of the unique cars driven by Earnhardt in the All-Star races from 1995-2000.
<h2>Richard Childress: Family</h2>
Richard Childress dwells in the biggest mansion in northwestern Davidson County, North Carolina. Childress has various racers in his family. His son-in-law is RCR senior supervisor Mike Dillon. Austin and Ty Dillon (children of Mike, grandkids of Richard) are NASCAR drivers.
<table>
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<td width="301">Age</td>
<td width="301">75 Years</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Residence</td>
<td width="301">Davidson County, North Carolina</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Nationality</td>
<td width="301">American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Team</td>
<td width="301">Richard Childress Racing</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Birthday</td>
<td width="301">September 21, 1945</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Richard Childress

DAYTONA BEACH, FL &#8211; FEBRUARY 16: Team owner Richard Childress stands on the grid during qualifying for the NASCAR Xfinity Series NASCAR Racing Experience 300 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2019 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) Richard Childress: 2021 Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsement Richard Childress is an American former NASCAR driver and team owner. Childress began his first race as a substitution. By 1971, Childress started racing on the high level as an autonomous driver, He used the number 96. He changed to number 3 in the 1976 season. Despite the fact that he always lost as a driver, he regardless ended up being competent and predictable in the driver&#8217;s seat with six top-5 completions, 76 top-10 completions, with the best finish of fifth in 1975. Richard Childress: Stats and Championships He resigned from driving in 1981 after Rod Osterlund sold his NASCAR team. Childress decided to resign and put Earnhardt in the driver&#8217;s seat of his No. 3 vehicle, with Wrangler Jeans&#8217; sponsorship. Earnhardt returned for the 1984 season. The pair are regarded as one of the most powerful duos in NASCAR history. They won titles in 1986, 1987, 1990, 1991, 1993, and 1994. During the 1990s, Childress started growing his hustling realm, handling sections in the Cup Series and Truck Series. The group won the 1995 Truck Series title with driver Mike Skinner in the arrangement&#8217;s first season. He extended to a two-vehicle team in the NASCAR Cup Series, with driver Skinner driving the No. 31. In the initial segment of the 2000s, he extended to three vehicles, with the No. 30 vehicle driven by Jeff Green. With Harvick having won the Busch Series title in 2001 and 2006, RCR turned into the primary group in NASCAR history to win every one of the three of NASCAR&#8217;s title. DAYTONA BEACH, FL &#8211; FEBRUARY 10: NASCAR team owner, Richard Childress watches during qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series 61st Annual Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 10, 2019 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images) Richard Childress: 2021 Net Worth According to Celebrity net worth, he has total assets worth $250 million. He is the current group proprietor of Richard Childress Racing (RCR). His grandsons Austin Dillon and Ty Dillon are NASCAR drivers. Richard Childress: Foundations and Charities In 2008, he and his wife Judy established the Childress Institute for Pediatric Trauma (CIPT) subsequent to finding out about the absence of help and subsidizing for the deadly disease in the United States. CIPT conveys a mission to help find and offer the most ideal approaches to help youngsters. The foundation is in partnership with Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. The Childress Institute keeps on being the focal point of Childress&#8217; and RCR&#8217;s charitable endeavors. Richard Childress: Museum The RCR Museum incorporates group proprietor Richard Childress&#8217; days as a NASCAR driver, the title-winning time with Dale Earnhardt and the No. 3 group, the advancement and achievement of the group after Earnhardt&#8217;s passing, and Childress&#8217; enthusiasm for racing. It has the biggest assortment of No. 3 Goodwrench Chevrolets, including the 1998 Daytona 500-winning vehicle, the 1995 Brickyard 400 victor and every one of the unique cars driven by Earnhardt in the All-Star races from 1995-2000. Richard Childress: Family Richard Childress dwells in the biggest mansion in northwestern Davidson County, North Carolina. Childress has various racers in his family. His son-in-law is RCR senior supervisor Mike Dillon. Austin and Ty Dillon (children of Mike, grandkids of Richard) are NASCAR drivers.  Age 75 Years  Residence Davidson County, North Carolina  Nationality American  Team Richard Childress Racing  Birthday September 21, 1945

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