From Steve McQueen in ‘Bullitt’ to Brad Pitt in ‘F1’, Hollywood has always had a knack for making movie stars look like the most skilled people to ever drive a car. While we may know how the sausage is made, a stunt driver and talented production could be enough to cement anyone in the right role as an automotive icon. However, some stars are adamant about taking the necessary high-end driving courses and performing the stunts themselves. You know, the kind of person who clings to the side of a plane during takeoff.
Which movie star do you think is the best driver in Hollywood? While concrete evidence is preferable, it probably doesn’t matter. If you think Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl should be in the conversation simply because of their turns as ’70s F1 champions James Hunt and Niki Lauda, then I’m not going to stop you. Just being cool enough in a certain role is proof enough for me.
I miss the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race
The lead served as a handicap, giving the celebrities a chance against the pros. However, there was one celebrity who proved to be just as capable as the full-time drivers. The most successful driver in the event’s 40-year history was Alfonso Ribeiro, best known for his role as Carlton Banks in “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” Ribeiro won the event outright four times in 1994, 1995, 2015 and 2016. His 2015 win saw him start alongside the professionals.
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