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Kurt Russell Named Honorary Pace Car Driver for Daytona 500

1/27/2026

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Kurt Russell, the actor, will be the honorary pace car driver for the 2026 Daytona 500 on February 15.
Russell stated, "It’s incredibly exciting to be named the honorary pace car driver."
Frank Kelleher highlighted Russell's impact in entertainment and described the Daytona 500 as a global event.
FOX will televise the race starting at 2:30 PM ET.
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 premieres February 27.

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Kurt Russell, the actor, will be the honorary pace car driver for the 2026 Daytona 500 on February 15.
Russell stated, "It’s incredibly exciting to be named the honorary pace car driver."
Frank Kelleher highlighted Russell's impact in entertainment and described the Daytona 500 as a global event.
FOX will televise the race starting at 2:30 PM ET.
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 premieres February 27.