As per our current Database, Buddy Baker has been died on Aug 10, 2015 (age 74).
When Buddy Baker die, Buddy Baker was 74 years old.
| Popular As | Buddy Baker |
| Occupation | Race Car Driver |
| Age | 74 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Born | January 25, 1941 (Charlotte, NC) |
| Birthday | January 25 |
| Town/City | Charlotte, NC |
| Nationality | NC |
Buddy Baker’s zodiac sign is Aquarius. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.
Buddy Baker was born in the Year of the Snake. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive, gregarious, introverted, generous, charming, good with money, analytical, insecure, jealous, slightly dangerous, smart, they rely on gut feelings, are hard-working and intelligent. Compatible with Rooster or Ox.
Former NASCAR driver nicknamed "Leadfoot" who won nineteen races during his career. He later became a broadcaster for SiriusXM and was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame.
He made his NASCAR debut in 1959.
His victory at the 1980 Daytona 500 became the fastest run in the race's storied history.
He was born Elzie Wylie Baker, Jr. and his father was two-time NASCAR Champion Buck Baker.
He won the Daytona 500 in 1980, one year after Richard Petty did so in 1979. Petty later won the race again in 1981.
