Greg Biffle, the two-time NASCAR champion known as “The Biff,” died on December 18, 2025, at the age of 55, in a plane crash that also claimed the lives of his wife and children.

Born on December 23, 1969, in Vancouver, Washington, Biffle grew up in the Pacific Northwest before moving to North Carolina to pursue a career in motorsports. He began racing in local stock car events and quickly rose through the ranks, capturing the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series championship in 2000 and the Busch Series (now Xfinity Series) title in 2002.

Biffle made his NASCAR Cup Series debut in 2002 with Roush Fenway Racing and went on to become one of the most successful drivers of his era. Over the course of his career, he earned 19 Cup Series victories, including the prestigious 2003 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the 2005 Daytona 500. He finished in the top 10 in points seven times between 2003 and 2008 and was honored as the 2005 NASCAR Cup Series Most Popular Driver.

After retiring from full-time Cup Series competition in 2016, Biffle remained active in motorsports as a team owner and occasional competitor. Known for his aggressive driving style and relentless competitive spirit, he earned the respect of peers throughout the garage as one of the toughest and most talented drivers of his generation.

Off the track, Biffle was a licensed helicopter pilot and a dedicated humanitarian. In the wake of Hurricane Helene in September 2024, he personally flew his helicopter into devastated areas of western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee, delivering essential supplies—food, water, medicine, chainsaws, gasoline, and Starlink equipment—to communities cut off by flooding and landslides. He flew multiple missions daily, navigating hazardous terrain to reach those in need. One of his most notable rescues involved spotting a man signaling for help with a mirror from over a mile away, then successfully landing in a steep ravine to deliver life-saving insulin, EpiPens, formula, and other supplies. His efforts, coordinated with organizations like Operation Airdrop, earned him the Myers Brothers Award from the National Motorsports Press Association for outstanding contributions to the sport and society.

Greg Biffle is survived by his extended family, countless friends, and a legion of fans who admired both his racing prowess and his selfless generosity. He will be remembered as a champion driver and a true hero who used his skills to help others in their darkest moments.