The Fastest Woman on Four Wheels, Jessi Combs, was killed in an unfortunate jet-car crash yesterday at The Alvord Desert, Oregon. The race car driver, fabricator, and TV host for famous shows like MythBusters died while attempting to break her own land speed record on board the 52,000hp jet-powered vehicle.
Her previous record was set at 640km/h back in 2013 using the same North American Eagle Supersonic Speed Challenger which unfortunately took her life as well. It was reported that she did manage to reach over 777km/h before facing mechanical issues that ended the run.
Rumours have been spreading around regarding her crash but it was later confirmed by her teammate, Terry Madden, in an Instagram post. Jessi Combs’ family then released an official statement regarding their tragic lost.
It is with extreme grief, and in celebration of her life that her family and close friends share that race car driver, and TV personality Jessi Combs, passed away in a fatal crash, where she was pursuing a land speed record in the North American Eagle on August, 27th 2019 on a dry lake bed in Oregon. The details of the crash have not been released at this time.
Jessi was known for her bright smile, positivity, and tenacious pursuit of the fulfilment of her dreams. Her drive was infectious, and she served as a role model for young Girls, and Women around the world. People that loved her and followed her became family, all bonded together by adventure and passion. Her fans adored her, and she lived to inspire them. Jessi’s most notable dream was to become the fastest woman on Earth, a dream she had been chasing since 2012. Combs was one of the rare dreamers with the bravery to turn those possibilities into reality, and she left this earth driving faster than any other woman in history.
Surrounded by her family and friends at the time of her passing, Jessi lived fearlessly and her legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched.
Jessi is known for her hosting work on television series including “All Girls Garage”, “Overhaulin’ “, Extreme 4×4 and Autoblog’s “The List”.
Jessi is survived by her Mother Nina (Chuck, niece NIna Alayne) Darrington, Father Jamie (Sandy) Combs, brother Kelly Combs (Cary, Eli, Ethan and Anna), sisters Danielle Theis (Jacin, Justice, Nation), Brother Austin Darrington (Leah, Lane) Kayla Green, Kyrie Darrington, Natasha Darrington
Stepsisters Rebekah Hall (son Aaren Kearns), Arielle Hall (son Dru Hanson). And Jessi‘s love Terry Madden and his son Dalton.
A celebration of Jessi’s life in being planned and a foundation is being created to continue her efforts to empower women and young girls to follow their dreams. Rest in peace, Jessi Combs. You were one of the greats.
Image credit: Jessi Combs & Ultra4 Racing Facebook page
