RFK Racing honored what would have been Greg Biffle’s 56th birthday today by sharing a poignant birthday tribute video, marking the late driver’s lasting impact on the team and the broader NASCAR community. The RFK Racing birthday tribute video comes just days after Biffle, his family, and friends died in a tragic plane crash in North Carolina, leaving the racing world united in mourning.
RFK Racing Remembers Biffle on His Birthday
Today, emotions ran high as RFK Racing paid tribute to their longtime collaborator and champion, Greg Biffle. The relationship between Biffle and the Roush racing organization was deeply intertwined, their partnership yielding numerous achievements over the years. The RFK Racing birthday tribute video, released on social media, was filled with memories of victories and milestones shared with Biffle.
In the video, RFK Racing expressed their sentiments:
“Every win. Every celebration. Every moment we shared. It was all a blessing. Happy Heavenly Birthday, Biff pic.twitter.com/XgUv0b2LTV” — RFK Racing (@RFKracing)
The heartfelt message echoed throughout the NASCAR world, with fellow drivers, team members, friends, and fans sharing their personal stories and the profound effect Biffle had on their lives. Remembrances highlighted both his competitive spirit and his humanitarian reach beyond the racetrack.
NASCAR Community Continues to Grieve
The racing circuit remains reeling from the loss of Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, daughter Emma, son Ryder, and three family friends—Dennis Dutton, his son Jack, and Craig Wadsworth—who perished in the Thursday plane crash at Statesville Regional Airport, about an hour north of Charlotte, North Carolina. The tragedy unfolded last week, when a Cessna C550 attempted to land in low-visibility conditions and crashed, resulting in immediate fire and smoke.
The devastating news shook not only NASCAR but the entire Charlotte and North Carolina area. As stories and condolences poured in across social channels, the collective grief illustrated how far Biffle’s influence extended, both personally and professionally. Biffle was known for his perseverance, having advanced through the Craftsman Truck Series and Busch Series before making his full-time Cup Series debut at age 33 in 2003.
Tributes and Memorials Across Sports
Beyond the track, tributes to Biffle extended into other arenas. The Carolina Panthers, in a show of solidarity, held a moment of silence for all those lost—including Greg Biffle and the other passengers—ahead of their home game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in North Carolina. This gesture signified how Biffle’s legacy and recent loss reached beyond motorsports, affecting the broader local community.
Garrett Mitchell, a YouTube personality known as Cleetus McFarland, shared that the Biffle family was en route to visit him and his family when the tragedy occurred. Local viewers described the scene, recounting the low trajectory of the aircraft and the sudden aftermath as emergency responders arrived on site.
Ongoing Investigation into the Crash
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) began its investigation of the plane crash on Friday, announcing that it would examine all aspects, from the aircraft’s flight patterns to engine status, to uncover the cause of the accident. According to NTSB representatives, the crash involved multiple impacts and ended with the craft being engulfed in flames. The full investigation is expected to take 12 to 18 months, with a final report pending upon its conclusion.
As the NASCAR world collectively remembers Greg Biffle, his family, and friends, the RFK Racing birthday tribute video stands as a moving reminder of his enduring legacy. The NASCAR community and local sports organizations continue to honor Biffle’s memory, keeping his spirit alive while the official investigation unfolds and the community grieves this deeply felt loss.
Every win.
Every celebration.
Every moment we shared.It was all a blessing.
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Biff 🙏🏻🪽 pic.twitter.com/XgUv0b2LTV
— RFK Racing (@RFKracing) December 23, 2025
Moment of silence today at @Panthers game for the lives lost in the plane crash this week 🙏🏼💜
— Alan Cavanna (@AlanCavanna) December 21, 2025
