Jackie Stewart Biography
Jackie Stewart born John Young Stewart is a British former Formula One racing driver from Scotland. He competed in Formula One between 1965 and 1973, winning three World Drivers’ Championships, and twice finishing as runner-up over those nine seasons.
Outside of Formula One, he narrowly missed out on a win at his first attempt at the Indianapolis 500 in 1966 and competed in the Can-Am series in 1970 and 1971. Between 1997 and 1999, in partnership with his son, Paul, he was team principal of the Stewart Grand Prix Formula One racing team.
Jackie Stewart Age
Stewart is 82 years old as of 2021. He was born on 11 June 1939 in Milton, Dunbartonshire, Scotland. He celebrates his birthday every 11 of June every year.
Jackie Stewart Height and Weight
Jackie stands at a height of 1.63 meters tall and weighs 82 kilograms. His other body measurements are not available.
Jackie Stewart Education
Jackie attended Hartfield primary school in the nearby town of Dumbarton and moved to Dumbarton Academy at the age of 12. He experienced learning difficulties owing to undiagnosed dyslexia, and due to the condition not being understood or even widely known at the time, he was regularly berated and humiliated by teachers and peers alike for being “dumb” and “thick”.
Stewart was unable to continue his secondary education past the age of 16 and began working in his father’s garage as an apprentice mechanic. He was not actually diagnosed with dyslexia until 1980 when his oldest son Mark was diagnosed with the condition.
On learning that dyslexia can be genetically passed on, and seeing very similar symptoms with his son that he had experienced himself as a child, Stewart asked if he could be tested, and was diagnosed with the disorder, by which time he was 41 years old. He has said: “When you’ve got dyslexia and you find something you’re good at, you put more into it than anyone else; you can’t think the way of the clever folk, so you’re always thinking out of the box.”
Jackie Stewart Family, Parents, and Siblings
Stewart was born in Milton, Dunbartonshire, Scotland. He was the son of Austin and Jaguar. His father had been an amateur motorcycle racer, and his brother Jimmy was a racing driver with a local reputation who drove for Ecurie Ecosse and competed in the 1953 British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
Jackie Stewart Husband and Children
Јасkіе Ѕtеwаrt got mаrrіеd to Неlеn іn 1962. The couple is blessed with two sons named Paul Stewart, Mark Stewart. Не lіvеѕ wіth hіѕ fаmіlу іn thе Вuсkіnghаmѕhіrе vіllаgе оf Еllеѕbоrоugh оn а 140-асrе fаrm. Іn 2016, hіѕ wіfе wаѕ dіаgnоѕеd wіth frоntоtеmроrаl dеmеntіа, whісh rеѕultеd іn ѕhоrt-tеrm mеmоrу lоѕѕ аnd іmраіrеd mоbіlіtу.
Jackie Stewart Salary
Details pertaining to his annual salary are currently unavailable. This information is currently under review and will soon be updated.
Jackie Stewart Net Worth
Stewart has an estimated net worth of $55 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a former Formula One racing driver. Through his various sources of income, Jackie has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Jackie Stewart Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Jackie Stewart
Jackie Stewart Wiki
- Full Names: John Young Stewart
- Popular As: Jackie Stewart
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Former Formula One racing driver
- Nationality: Scottish
- Race / Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Jackie Stewart Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 82 years old as of 2021.
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Date of Birth: 11 June 1939
- Place of Birth: Milton, Dunbartonshire, Scotland.
- Birthday: 11 June
Jackie Stewart Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: 1.63 m
- Weight: 82 kg
- Eye Color: black
- Hair Color: Not Available
- Shoe Size: Not Available
- Biceps Size: Not Available
- Chest Size: Not Available
- Waist Size: Not Available
- Hip Size: Not Available
Jackie Stewart Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Not Known
- Mother: Not Known
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Jimmy
- Marital Status: Married
- Dating / Wife: Helen Stewart (m. 1962)
- Children: Paul Stewart, Mark Stewart
Jackie Stewart Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $55 million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Former Formula One racing driver
Jackie Stewart Career
In 1964 he drove in Formula Three for Tyrrell. His debut, in the wet at Snetterton on 15 March, was dominant; he took a 25-second lead in just two laps before coasting home to a win by 44 seconds. Within days, he was offered a Formula One ride with Cooper, but declined, preferring to gain experience under Tyrrell; he failed to win just two races (one to clutch failure, one to a spin) in becoming F3 champion.
After running John Coombs’ E-type and practicing in a Ferrari at Le Mans, he took a trial in an F1 Lotus 33-Climax, in which he impressed Colin Chapman and Jim Clark. Stewart again refused a ride in F1 but went instead to the Lotus Formula Two team. In his F2 debut, he was second at the difficult Circuit Clermont-Ferrand in a Lotus 32-Cosworth.
Entering the 1973 season, Stewart had decided to retire. He nevertheless won in South Africa, Belgium, Monaco, and the Netherlands. His last and then record-setting 27th victory came at the Nürburgring with a 1–2 for Tyrrell. “Nothing gave me more satisfaction than to win at the Nürburgring and yet I was always afraid.”
Stewart later said. “When I left home for the German Grand Prix I always used to pause at the end of the driveway and take a long look back. I was never sure I’d come home again.” After the fatal crash of his teammate François Cevert in practice for the 1973 United States Grand Prix at Watkins Glen, Stewart retired one race earlier than intended and missed what would have been his 100th Grand Prix.
Stewart had already won the Drivers’ Championship at the Italian Grand Prix two races previously; this was a race where Stewart had to come into the pits to change a flat tire and drove from 20th to finish 4th.
Stewart held the record for most wins by a Formula One driver (27) for 14 years until Alain Prost won the 1987 Portuguese Grand Prix, and the record for most wins by a British Formula One driver for 19 years until Nigel Mansell won the 1992 British Grand Prix.
In his commentary work for race broadcaster, Channel 9 during qualifying for the 1988 Australian Grand Prix, Stewart said that he had been asked numerous times if he was unhappy about losing his record to Prost, going on to say that he was happy that his record had been taken by someone of the caliber of Prost, as he believed him to be the best driver in Formula One.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jackie Stewart
Who is Jackie?
John Young Stewart is a British former Formula One racing driver from Scotland. He competed in Formula One between 1965 and 1973, winning three World Drivers’ Championships, and twice finishing as runner-up over those nine seasons.
How old is Jackie?
He was born on 11 June 1939 in Milton, Dunbartonshire, Scotland.
How tall is Jackie?
Jackie stands at a height of 1.63 meters tall and weighs 82 kilograms. His other body measurements are not available.
Is Jackie married?
Јасkіе Ѕtеwаrt got mаrrіеd to Неlеn іn 1962. The couple is blessed with two sons named Paul Stewart, Mark Stewart. Не lіvеѕ wіth hіѕ fаmіlу іn thе Вuсkіnghаmѕhіrе vіllаgе оf Еllеѕbоrоugh оn а 140-асrе fаrm. Іn 2016, hіѕ wіfе wаѕ dіаgnоѕеd wіth frоntоtеmроrаl dеmеntіа, whісh rеѕultеd іn ѕhоrt-tеrm mеmоrу lоѕѕ аnd іmраіrеd mоbіlіtу.
How much is Jackie worth?
Stewart has an estimated net worth of $55 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a former Formula One racing driver. Through his various sources of income, Jackie has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
How much does Jackie make?
Details pertaining to his annual salary are currently unavailable. This information is currently under review and will soon be updated.
Where does Jackie live?
Because of security reasons, Jackie has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Jackie dead or alive?
Jackie is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Jackie Now?
To know his current whereabouts, visit his social media platforms listed below.
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