About Johnny White
Lived 1932 – 1977 (aged 45). Johnny White was an American engineer.
John Bedford White (January 18, 1932 – December 24, 1977) was an American race car driver.
Born in Warren, Michigan, White died in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The career of Johnny White came to an end on June 14, 1964, when he was paralyzed from the neck down after flipping his sprint car and rolling along the top of the guard rail at the Terre Haute Action Track. Over the years the injuries that Johnny received eventually took a toll on his overall health, resulting in his death on Christmas Eve, 1977.
Award White was inducted into the Michigan Motor Sports Hall of Fame in 1985, and was inducted into the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame in 1999.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johnny White?
American racecar driver
When was Johnny White born?
Johnny White was born on 18 January 1932.
When did Johnny White die?
Johnny White died on 24 December 1977.
What was Johnny White's occupation?
Johnny White was an engineer.
What nationality was Johnny White?
Johnny White was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Johnny White (racing driver, born 1932)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny White. https://biography.guide/johnny-white-engineer/
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