The racing community is reeling after NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, 55, and his family were killed in a fatal plane crash. New details reveal his wife, Cristina, sent a final text to her mother saying “We’re in trouble” just minutes before the aircraft went down.
- Who: Greg Biffle (55), his wife Cristina (35), their children Emma and Ryder, and three others.
- What: Fatal small-plane crash; authorities are investigating.
- Final message: Cristina texted her mother, Cathy, saying, “We’re in trouble.”
- Where: The family was en route to Florida for a birthday vacation.
- Other victims: Dennis Dutton, his son Jack, and Craig Wadsworth were also killed.
The Legacy
Greg Biffle was a fixture in American stock-car racing. His top achievements include winning the 2002 NASCAR Busch (now Xfinity) Series championship, earning multiple NASCAR Cup Series victories, and being widely noted for his community work — including relief efforts following major storms. Beyond wins and poles, Biffle was respected for mentoring younger drivers and for his active charitable work off the track.
New Details from the Family
In an interview with PEOPLE, Cristina’s mother, Cathy, described receiving the text from her daughter while the family was still on the plane: “She texted me from the plane, and she said, ‘We’re in trouble.’ And that was it. So we’re devastated. We’re brokenhearted.” Cathy recalled the family’s plans for a birthday trip and the small, thoughtful gestures Cristina made for others just before departing.
The crash claimed Greg and Cristina, their children Emma and Ryder, and three other people aboard: Dennis Dutton and his son Jack, and Craig Wadsworth. Cathy said she cannot remember the last words she exchanged with her daughter and son-in-law and called the loss “so hard to bear.”
Social Proof: Reactions and Tributes
Tributes poured in across social media and from the racing world. NASCAR released a statement highlighting Biffle’s service to his community: “Beyond his racing career, he gave of himself for the betterment of our community. Most notably, Greg spent countless hours of his time helping the citizens of North Carolina during the disasters that followed Hurricane Helene. His tireless work saved lives.”
Fans, fellow drivers and celebrities shared condolences and memories online, pointing to Biffle’s fierce competitiveness on track and generosity off it. Many highlighted Cristina’s final acts of kindness — preparing holiday letters and supporting families in need — as emblematic of the family’s character.
What Comes Next
Local and federal authorities continue to investigate the crash. Family members and representatives have asked for privacy as they grieve. Memorials and tributes from the racing community are expected in the coming days.
We will update this story as official information from investigators and the family becomes available.
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