Kelley Earnhardt Miller, is an American businesswoman and NASCAR executive, with a net worth of $50 million. Kelley Earnhardt Miller is the daughter of legendary racer Dale Earnhardt and the sister of Dale Earnhardt Jr. She has also had a successful business career.
Who is Kelley Earnhardt Miller?
Kelley Earnhardt Miller was born August 28, 1972, in Kannapolis, North Carolina, into a racing family. Her parents split soon after her younger brother, Dale Jr., was born. They lived with their mother until a fire destroyed her home when Kelley was eight years old. Brenda, her mother, had no financial support and was forced to relinquish custody of her two children to Earnhardt Sr. Kelley looked after Dale Jr. while their father was racing. Kelley quit high school to join 12-year-old Dale Jr., who had been sent to military school for delinquency.
Kelley learned to drive from her father when she was a young teenager on the family farm. Dale Sr. believed she had the potential to be the next great Earnhardt driver. Growing up, Kelly frequently raced at Hickory Motor Speedway and Myrtle Beach Speedway. She attended and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a Business Administration degree.
How old is Kelley Earnhardt Miller?
She is currently 51 years old.
What is Kelley Earnhardt Miller’s net worth?
She is estimated to be worth $50 Million.
What is Kelley Earnhardt Miller’s career?
Earnhardt Miller moved into the business side of racing, starting her professional career with Action Performance, a NASCAR marketing company. She finally advanced to Vice President of the company. In 2001, she was appointed Vice President and General Manager of JR Motorsports. She worked her way up to CEO and co-owner of JR Motorsports with her brother, Dale Jr. During her time with the company, it has grown into one of the most successful racing companies ever, with over 100 personnel across both the NASCAR Sprint Series and Nationwide teams.
Chase Elliot won the NASCAR Nationwide Series title in 2014, while Tyler Reddick won the NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship in 2018. Kelley is also credited with bringing Danica Patrick aboard the Nationwide Series squad.
Kelley Earnhardt Miller joined the Board of Directors of Brandt, an agricultural firm, in 2019. Brandt is a JR Motorsports partner and sponsor for the No. 7 squad.
