Remembering Jessi Combs: Land Speed Record & Legacy
Is there a price too high to pay for chasing your dreams? For Jessi Combs, the answer, tragically, became a resounding yes. Her relentless pursuit of speed and her unwavering determination to shatter barriers cemented her legacy as an icon in motorsports, but it also led to her untimely demise.
The world mourned the loss of Jessi Combs, a 39-year-old icon who perished in a high-speed accident in the Alvord Desert of Oregon on August 27, 2019. At the time of the incident, Combs was fearlessly pushing the boundaries of her own land speed record, a testament to her unwavering dedication to the sport she loved. Her ambition was not merely to break records, but to inspire others, particularly women, to pursue their passions with unyielding fervor. The fatal crash occurred while she was piloting the North American Eagle Supersonic Speed Challenger, a jet-powered vehicle engineered to reach speeds exceeding 500 mph. Her tragic death sent shockwaves through the racing community and beyond, prompting an outpouring of grief and remembrance for a woman who defied conventions and lived life at full throttle.
| Jessi Combs: Bio and Career Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jessi Combs |
| Date of Birth | July 27, 1980 |
| Date of Death | August 27, 2019 (aged 39) |
| Birth Place | Rapid City, South Dakota |
| Nationality | American |
| Career Information | |
| Occupation | Professional Driver, Land Speed Record Holder, Metal Fabricator, TV Personality, Public Speaker, Brand Representative, Author |
| Land Speed Record (Female) | Posthumously awarded; Previously held women's land speed class record (four wheels) - Broke her own record in 2016 |
| TV Shows | Xtreme 4x4 (Powerblock), Overhaulin', Mythbusters (Season 7), All Girls Garage |
| Achievements & Recognition | Known as "the fastest woman on four wheels;" Numerous racing wins and speed records |
| Legacy | |
| Jessi Combs Foundation | Established to issue scholarships to women pursuing careers in the trades and to continue Jessi's mission of empowering women. |
| Official Website | Jessi Combs Official Website |
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