Chad McQueen, known for his role in «The Karate Kid», - has passed away
13 september 2024 в 16:13
Chad McQueen, known for his role as Dutch in the movie «The Karate Kid», has passed away. The son of the late Steve McQueen was 63 years old. His family confirmed this news in a statement published on Chad’s official Instagram account on Thursday, September 12, alongside a black and white photo of Chad with Steve. The cause of his death was organic failure due to a previous injury in 2020, from which he did not recover.
«With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our father Chad McQueen», - the family captioned the post. «His remarkable journey as a loving father to us, as well as his unwavering devotion to our mother, truly embodied a life filled with love and dedication. His passion for racing not only highlighted his exceptional talent, but also served as a way to honor his father’s legacy, a testament to the values instilled in him».
Acknowledging that Chad «passed on his passion, knowledge, and dedication [to his children]», they promised to «continue not only his legacy, but also that of our grandfather».
«As a family, we need to go through this difficult period, and we kindly ask for privacy as we remember and celebrate his extraordinary life», - the statement read, before concluding with the signatures of Chad’s children and wife, «With deep gratitude, Genie, Chase, and Madison».
Chad had been married to his wife, Genie Galbraith, since 1993. Previously, he was married to his ex-wife, Stacey Rae Toten, from 1987 to 1990. He shared his eldest son, Steven R. McQueen, with Stacey, and his other children, Madison and Chase, with Genie.
The late Los Angeles native began his career in Hollywood as an actor, playing his breakthrough role as Dutch in the 1984 film «The Karate Kid» and its sequel, «The Karate Kid Part II». After starting his acting career, Chad ventured into producing.
In addition to the entertainment industry, Chase was a passionate racing enthusiast. At just 9 years old, the «War Law» star began racing motocross and won the World Mini Grand Prix several years later. After that, he participated in various types of races, from motocross to the Baja 1000. By the end of his racing career, Chad had established his own company, McQueen Racing, LLC
«With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our father Chad McQueen», - the family captioned the post. «His remarkable journey as a loving father to us, as well as his unwavering devotion to our mother, truly embodied a life filled with love and dedication. His passion for racing not only highlighted his exceptional talent, but also served as a way to honor his father’s legacy, a testament to the values instilled in him».
Acknowledging that Chad «passed on his passion, knowledge, and dedication [to his children]», they promised to «continue not only his legacy, but also that of our grandfather».
«As a family, we need to go through this difficult period, and we kindly ask for privacy as we remember and celebrate his extraordinary life», - the statement read, before concluding with the signatures of Chad’s children and wife, «With deep gratitude, Genie, Chase, and Madison».
Chad had been married to his wife, Genie Galbraith, since 1993. Previously, he was married to his ex-wife, Stacey Rae Toten, from 1987 to 1990. He shared his eldest son, Steven R. McQueen, with Stacey, and his other children, Madison and Chase, with Genie.
The late Los Angeles native began his career in Hollywood as an actor, playing his breakthrough role as Dutch in the 1984 film «The Karate Kid» and its sequel, «The Karate Kid Part II». After starting his acting career, Chad ventured into producing.
In addition to the entertainment industry, Chase was a passionate racing enthusiast. At just 9 years old, the «War Law» star began racing motocross and won the World Mini Grand Prix several years later. After that, he participated in various types of races, from motocross to the Baja 1000. By the end of his racing career, Chad had established his own company, McQueen Racing, LLC
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