Fri Sep 13 04:55:58 UTC 2024: ## Chad McQueen, Son of Steve McQueen and “Karate Kid” Star, Dies at 63

**PALM DESERT, California** – Chad McQueen, son of legendary actor Steve McQueen and star of the 1984 film “The Karate Kid”, has passed away at the age of 63. The news was confirmed by his family on Instagram.

McQueen, known for his role as Dutch, one of the antagonists in “The Karate Kid”, also had a successful career in racing. He competed in prestigious events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 24 Hours of Daytona. “I didn’t find acting fun anymore,” McQueen told The Associated Press in 2005. “So I decided to give racing a total commitment.”

Though injuries ultimately forced him to retire from professional racing, McQueen’s passion for automobiles continued. He founded McQueen Racing, a company that specializes in custom cars, motorcycles, and accessories. The company is now run by his children, Chase and Madison.

While his acting career included several minor films and TV shows, McQueen’s most notable credit was his role in “The Karate Kid”. He also served as a producer on the 2015 film “Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans,” which chronicled his father’s life and career.

McQueen’s family remembered him as a loving father and dedicated husband. “His remarkable journey as a loving father to us, along with his unwavering commitment to our mother, truly exemplified a life filled with love and dedication,” they wrote on Instagram.

Chad McQueen’s passing marks the loss of a talented individual who followed in his father’s footsteps, leaving a legacy in both acting and motorsports.

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