Martin Truex Jr. ended his full-time NASCAR career last year, finishing 10th in the overall standings, marking a reflective period shaped by both professional milestones and personal heartbreak. The conversation around Truex Jr.’s career legacy has intensified since 2023, a year altered by the passing of his longtime partner and philanthropic collaborator, Sherry Pollex.
A Partnership Centered on Passion and Giving Back
Truex Jr. met Sherry Pollex in 2005, and over two decades, the pair’s connection grew stronger not just through personal devotion but also through their shared dedication to charitable causes. Though they chose to end their romantic partnership earlier in 2023, their combined efforts—especially with the Martin Truex Jr. Foundation—continued to resonate through NASCAR. Pollex’s family ties to racing, with her father Greg Pollex’s PPC Racing team, demonstrated her deep roots in the sport and her influence within the racing community.
Sherry Pollex: More Than a Partner, a Force for Good
Sherry Pollex’s impact stretched well beyond her role beside Truex Jr.; she was recognized as a driving force in ovarian and childhood cancer awareness and support. After her death, Martin Truex Jr. wrote,
“From the very minute of her diagnosis, Sherry was determined to not only fight ovarian cancer with everything she had but also make a difference in the lives of others battling this terrible disease. Sherry’s passion for making a difference in the lives of others was inspiring to everyone.”
— Martin Truex Jr., NASCAR Driver
He continued,
“Through her tireless charity work for so many years, her legacy will live well beyond our lifetimes and continue to help countless families who are battling ovarian and childhood cancer. I would like to extend my deepest condolences to her entire family, who have shown incredible strength and resilience throughout her battle.”
— Martin Truex Jr., NASCAR Driver
Fans Join in Remembrance, Celebrating Pollex’s Enduring Influence
The NASCAR community, including both fans and veteran journalist Jeff Gluck, has been vocal in reflecting upon Sherry Pollex’s lasting legacy. On the anniversary of her passing, Gluck commented,
“It’s been two years since Sherry Pollex passed away. She was an amazing person and is remembered daily in the NASCAR community. Re-sharing this audio with some of her own words.”
— Jeff Gluck, NASCAR Reporter
His words opened a flood of tributes from the sport’s passionate followers. Messages like,
“Remembering Sherry Pollex today 5/10/1979 – 9/17/2023 #RIP #SherryStrong,”
— Fan
and
“That popped up in my Facebook memories today. Hurts. She was incredible. And someone the world should strive to be.”
— Fan
demonstrated the breadth of admiration for her impact as well as the empathy felt for Truex Jr.
The Lasting Impact of Martin Truex Jr. and Sherry Pollex
Though Martin Truex Jr. himself has largely remained out of the public eye since Pollex’s passing, the community’s outpouring shows how his journey has inspired many on and off the track. Sherry Pollex’s enduring legacy through philanthropic work, as well as her influence on families confronting cancer, continues to shape the memory of Truex Jr.’s career. The duo’s contributions ensure their names are permanently intertwined within the narrative of NASCAR and the broader world of charitable outreach, cementing the Martin Truex Jr. career legacy as one of both triumph and compassion.
Statement from Martin Truex Jr. on
the death of his former partner, Sherry Pollex: pic.twitter.com/lwCMpLdIJN— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) September 17, 2023
It's been two years since Sherry Pollex passed away. She was an amazing person and is remembered daily in the NASCAR community. Re-sharing this audio with some of her own words. https://t.co/gSA7WwmSqo
— Jeff Gluck (@jeff_gluck) September 17, 2025
