What to know about Kyle Busch's wife, children after NASCAR driver dies at 41
Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup champion, passed away at the age of 41 from an undisclosed illness. He was married to Samantha Busch for 15 years and had two children, Brexton and Lennix. Busch was known for his dedication to his family and his successful racing career.
- ▪Kyle Busch died on May 21, 2026, from an undisclosed illness.
- ▪He was married to Samantha Busch for 15 years.
- ▪The couple had two children, Brexton Locke and Lennix Key, born in 2015 and 2022, respectively.
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- ▪ 2-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after a 'severe illness' — Hacker News (Newest)
- ▪ Two-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after ‘severe illness’ — Al Jazeera English
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