Chad McQueen, actor and son of Steve McQueen, dies at 63, leaving behind a legacy in film and racing, and a family that will deeply miss him.
Chad McQueen, the well-loved actor and the son of the famous Steve McQueen, has died at 63. His passing was confirmed by his lawyer and buddy, Arthur H. Barens.
We don’t know the exact reason for his death, but his family shared a touching message on Instagram to pay tribute to his life and what he’s left behind.
Chad was famous for his roles in the “Karate Kid” movies and also shared his dad’s love for racing.
He even followed in his dad’s footsteps by becoming a race car driver and actor at the same time.
His love for racing led him to start McQueen Racing, a company that makes custom cars, motorcycles, and accessories.
Now, his kids Chase and Madison are running the family business.
Chad also made two documentaries about his dad: I Am Steve McQueen and Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans, which gave us a peek into his dad’s life.
He’s survived by his wife, Jeanie, and their three kids: Chase, Madison, and Steven. Steven McQueen, just like his family, is known for his role in “The Vampire Diaries.”
The family wants to keep Chad’s memory private as they remember and celebrate his life, which was filled with a love for his dad’s work and racing.
Chad McQueen had a lot of injuries from racing, which made him shift his focus more to McQueen Racing.
His work in both movies and racing will be remembered by fans and his family, making sure his dad’s legacy lives on through him.