Kyle Busch’s No. 8 Car Shelved After His Death At 41, Reserved For His 11-Year-Old Son, Brexton

NASCAR champion, Kyle Busch tragically passed away at the age of 41 following a sudden and severe illness. The devastating news of his demise surfaced on May 21, 2026. A few hours before his untimely passing, Kyle was hospitalised with a severe illness and was undergoing treatment. He is survived by his wife, Samantha Busch, their two children, Brexton and Lennix, his brother, Kurt, and his parents. Continue reading to find out who will race the No. 8 car after Kyle’s tragic death.

Kyle Busch’s No. 8 car was shelved after his tragic death

According to the latest reports, Kyle Busch’s No. 8 Chevrolet was shelved after his tragic death at 41. Earlier, when Kyle got admitted to a hospital, reports surfaced claiming that Austin Hill would replace Kyle in the No. 8 Chevrolet for the Coca-Cola 609 on May 24, 2026. A while back, Richard Childress Racing announced that the digit will be suspended in his honour until his 11-year-old son, Brexton, is ready to join NASCAR.

The decision to shelve Kyle’s No. 8 car was shared on May 22, 2026, and Busch’s team said that it will opt to use No. 33 at Charlotte Motor Speedway this weekend and beyond. Richard Childress Racing shared that no one can carry forward to the level that Kyle did. A while back, they wrote on X (formerly Twitter):

“Richard Childress Racing has elected to suspend use of the No. 8 and will run the No. 33 at Charlotte Motor Speedway and beyond. Kyle Busch was instrumental in the design of RCR’s stylised No. 8, and it has become synonymous with Kyle and an important symbol for his fans and the NASCAR industry. No one can carry it forward to the level that he did. The No. 8 is reserved and ready for Brexton Busch when he is ready to go NASCAR racing.”

11-year-old Brexton updates his profile picture on social media after his dad, Kyle Busch’s untimely death

On May 22, 2026, the 11-year-old son of the NASCAR star, Kyle Busch, updated the profile pictures on his Instagram and Facebook accounts to a wholesome snap where he’s hugging his dad. Brexton showed love to his dad by showing this gesture the day after his tragic demise. The picture is from February 21, 2026, in the moments after Kyle won the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Fr8 Racing 208 at Echo Park Speedway in Georgia. Kyle was greeted by his son, Brexton, who waited for him at the finish line.

Kyle Busch’s last IG post was dedicated to his 11-year-old son, Brexton

It is worth mentioning that Kyle Busch’s son, Brexton, who is just 11-year-old has already won more than 100 competitions. Brexton began racing when he was 5 years old. Thus, RCR has decided to save the No. 8 and allow Bexton to use this when he grows up to be a professional driver as a tribute to his father. Amid Kyle’s tragic death, his last IG post has gone viral. His last IG post was dedicated to his 11 -year-old son, Brexton. Kyle mentioned that Brexton is the best kid on and off the track and amazes him every day. He wrote:

“Happy Birthday, Brexton!!! Your mom & I are so proud of who you’re turning out to be! You’re the best kid on & off the track; you amaze us every day. Keep doing what you’re doing, and there is no limit to what you’ll accomplish! Love you, buddy!”

Rest in peace, Kyle Busch. We offer our heartfelt condolences to Kyle Busch’s family.

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Pictures credit: Kyle Busch/IG