Kyle Busch’s son updates profile picture in heartbreaking tribute after racer’s death
Brexton Busch paid tribute to his father, Kyle Busch, by updating his Instagram profile picture to a photo of them together following Kyle's sudden death. The racing community is mourning the loss of the two-time Cup Series champion, who passed away at the age of 41. Brexton, an accomplished young driver, is set to inherit his father's legacy in NASCAR.
- ▪Kyle Busch passed away unexpectedly at the age of 41.
- ▪Brexton Busch updated his profile picture to honor his father.
- ▪Richard Childress Racing has suspended the use of Kyle Busch's No. 8 until Brexton is ready to carry it forward.
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Sports Kyle Busch’s son updates profile picture in heartbreaking tribute after racer’s death By Dylan Svoboda Published May 22, 2026, 9:34 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Brexton Busch paid a heartbreaking tribute to his father after his sudden death. The young racer updated his Instagram profile picture to a photo of himself hugging his dad, Kyle Busch, in a devastating gesture as the family and racing world mourn the two-time Cup Series champion. Brexton, 11, is a talented driver in his own right, already winning more than 100 competitions. Just three days before his shock passing, Busch shared a post celebrating Brexton’s birthday. 3 Brexton Busch posted a birthday pic with his family on May 19, 2026.
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