Hey, It’s A Movie Star At A Motorcycle Race

Hey, It’s A Movie Star At A Motorcycle Race

© 2001, Roadracing World Publishing, Inc.

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From a press release:

Fonda Brings Star Power to Dirt Track
Legendary Actor To Grand Marshal California Event

AURORA, Ill. (Aug. 13, 2001) — Peter Fonda, the writer, producer and star of the classic 1969 film “Easy Rider,” has been named Grand Marshal of the K&N Filters Del Mar Weekend, October 6-7, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds near San Diego. The two-day event will feature some of the world’s fastest motorcycle racers in four different classes — Short Track, Pro Single, SuperSingles and Twins.

The Golden Globe-winning actor will participate in a parade lap and the opening ceremonies of Sunday’s Drag Specialties National Dirt Track season finale. Fonda will meet and greet fans throughout the weekend’s festivities, including an appearance at Saturday’s Formula USA Pro Singles Championship.

Fonda, who was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in 1997’s “Ulee’s Gold,” appeared in the 1993 documentary “Harley-Davidson: The American Motorcycle” and hosted 1999’s “Motorcycles: Born to be Wild.” The 62-year-old thespian is an avid motorcycle enthusiast who rides regularly in his spare time.

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