Famous American rally racer and showman Ken Block died in a snowmobile accident in Utah.

Sad news from the Hoonigan Racing Division.

" Ken was a pioneer and a legend. We will miss him incredibly,"

According to police, a 55-year-old American fell from a snowmobile during a steep descent and died from his injuries.. His snowmobile overturned and landed right on top of him..

Who is Ken Block?

Ken Block is a motorsport legend. He won 23 different rally races in the USA, participated in the WRC and triumphed at the World Rallycross Championship six times..

The American also became a YouTube star thanks to GYMKHANA videos, where he demonstrated fantastic stunts on his own designed cars..

In addition, Ken Block was one of the founders and CEO of DC Shoes, a clothing and footwear company for skateboarders.. He is survived by his wife Lucy and three children..