Early Life and Education of Greg Biffle: A Complete Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 22, 2026

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Greg Biffle. A timeline of key moments.

Greg Biffle, nicknamed "the Biff", is a former American professional stock car racing driver. He is most known for competing in the NASCAR Cup Series from 2002 to 2016, driving the No. 16 Ford for Roush Fenway Racing. Biffle last participated part-time in the ARCA Menards Series West in 2025, driving the No. 23 and No. 24 Chevrolet SS for Sigma Performance Services.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1941: Birth of Garland Jack Biffle II

In 1941, Garland Jack Biffle II, the father of Greg Biffle, was born.

December 23, 1969: Birth of Greg Biffle

On December 23, 1969, Gregory Jack Biffle, nicknamed "the Biff", was born.

October 17, 2007: Marriage to Nicole Lunders

On October 17, 2007, Greg Biffle married Nicole (née Lunders).

2007: Owned a 2007 Ford GT and Shelby Mustang GT500

In 2007, Greg Biffle owned a 2007 Ford GT and a 2007 Shelby Mustang GT500.

2010: Part-Owner of Willamette Speedway and Sunset Speedway

In 2010, Greg Biffle became part-owner of Willamette Speedway in Lebanon, Oregon, along with Sunset Speedway in Banks, Oregon.

2011: Birth of Daughter

In 2011, Greg and Nicole Biffle's daughter was born.

2013: Shelby Mustang engine rebuilt

In 2013, the Shelby Mustang engine was rebuilt, having 983 horsepower and 799 lb-ft of torque.

2015: Separation from Nicole

In early 2015, Greg and Nicole Biffle separated.

2016: Divorce from Nicole

In early 2016, Greg Biffle and Nicole Biffle were divorced.

2020: Birth of Son

In 2020, Greg Biffle's second child, a son, was born to Cristina Grossu.

January 2023: Marriage to Cristina Grossu

In January 2023, Greg Biffle married Cristina Grossu.

December 2025: Death in Airplane Crash

In December 2025, Greg Biffle tragically died in an airplane crash in Statesville, North Carolina, along with his family.

December 18, 2025: Death of Greg Biffle

On December 18, 2025, Greg Biffle was killed in an airplane crash in Statesville, North Carolina, along with his wife, Christina, and their two children, Emma and Ryder.