Richard Childress is a retired NASCAR driver. Richard Childress Racing is the team he currently owns.
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early life
early life
Richard Childress was born in the United States on September 21, 1945, and thus holds American citizenship. Richard started selling peanuts in the local market when he was young to help support his family financially.
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career
career
Richard Childress' professional racing breakthrough came on an unusual note, with him being drafted to race after the incumbent NASCAR drivers went on strike.
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Endeavors
Endeavors
In 1981, he retired from racing after Rod Osterlund traded his NASCAR team. Childress resigned and placed Earnhardt in the driver's seat of his No. 3 car, which was sponsored by Wrangler Jeans.
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personal life
personal life
Richard Childress began dating Judy Childress for a brief time before marrying her. The couple got married in the year 1966. The duo was soon graced with a kid.
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honor
honor
Childress was honored with the 'NASCAR Hall of Fame award. He received the title of "Champion Car Owner" in the Winston Cup Series.
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net worth
net worth
As of 2022, Richard Childress's net worth is pegged at $250 million. He is the current group proprietor of Richard Childress Racing (RCR).