John Force Racing Mourns the Loss of Adria Force Hight, Key Figure in NHRA History
“Her legacy will never be forgotten”: John Force Racing issues official statement on the death of the NHRA icon’s eldest daughter Adria
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Adria Force Hight, the eldest daughter of NHRA legend John Force and a pivotal figure at John Force Racing, passed away on April 28 at the age of 56 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Her contributions to the team were instrumental in establishing it as a dominant force in motorsports.
- 01Adria Force Hight was the eldest daughter of NHRA icon John Force.
- 02She played a crucial role in the operations of John Force Racing, serving as CFO.
- 03Adria passed away on April 28, 2023, at the age of 56.
- 04She was previously married to three-time Funny Car champion Robert Hight.
- 05A celebration of her life is planned for later this year in California.
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The motorsports community is mourning the loss of Adria Force Hight, who passed away on April 28, 2023, at the age of 56 in Indianapolis, Indiana. As the eldest daughter of NHRA legend John Force, Adria was a foundational figure at John Force Racing (JFR), where she began her career immediately after graduating from Huntington Beach High School. Adria was one of the first employees at JFR, rising from answering phones to becoming the Chief Financial Officer, playing a vital role in the team's success and growth. Known as the glue that held the organization together, she contributed significantly to making JFR one of the most successful teams in motorsports history. Adria was formerly married to Robert Hight, a multi-time Funny Car champion, with whom she had a daughter, Autumn, who carries on the family's racing legacy. Following her passing, a private service will be held in Terre Haute, Indiana, and a public celebration of life is scheduled for later this year in California.
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