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NASCAR News / Auto Racing Daily / January 12

NASCAR Xfinity: Former driver Michael Annett dies

Former NASCAR driver Michael Annett passed away Dec. 2, 2025. The De Moines, Iowa, native was 39. Annett competed in all three of NASCAR’s national series between 2008 and 2021 with the most starts in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts (formerly Xfinity) Series.

NASCAR News / Total Apex Sports / December 7
When Annett Finally Got His Most Memorable Win At Daytona

When Annett Finally Got His Most Memorable Win At Daytona

When Michael Annett was signed to the best team in Xfinity, JRM, many had their doubts. He had opportunities in both the first and second divisions before signing with the #1 car in 2017.

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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / December 6
Brad Keselowski posts touching tribute following death of Michael Annett

Brad Keselowski posts touching tribute following death of Michael Annett

The NASCAR community continues to grieve the loss of former driver Michael Annett, who passed away Friday at the age of 39. Among the many voices honoring his memory was former Cup Series champion Brad Keselowski.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / December 6
NASCAR, JR Motorsports release statements following death of Michael Annett

NASCAR, JR Motorsports release statements following death of Michael Annett

The NASCAR community is mourning the loss of former driver Michael Annett. He passed away Friday at the age of 39.  Annett, the winner at Daytona in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2019 and a veteran across all three national NASCAR levels, was remembered with heartfelt statements from both NASCAR and JR Motorsports.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / December 6
Remembering Michael Annett's day in the sun at Daytona

Remembering Michael Annett's day in the sun at Daytona

There is perhaps no greater thrill for a NASCAR driver than winning a race at the Daytona International Speedway. 

Former NASCAR driver Michael Annett dies at 39
NASCAR News / Yardbarker / December 6
Former NASCAR driver Michael Annett dies at 39

Former NASCAR driver Michael Annett dies at 39

JR Motorsports announced on Friday that former NASCAR driver Michael Annett died. He was 39 years old. 

Remembering Annett's day in the sun at Daytona International Speedway

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