What is teresa earnhardt?

Teresa Earnhardt (born Teresa Houston) was the third wife of NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt. Following Dale's death in 2001, she became the owner of Dale Earnhardt Incorporated (DEI), the racing team he founded. Her leadership of DEI was often controversial, particularly regarding business decisions and relationships with other members of the Earnhardt family.

One prominent area of contention involved the use of Dale Earnhardt's image and likeness, and the management of the Earnhardt legacy. There were legal battles within the family over trademark rights and commercial opportunities.

Teresa Earnhardt eventually merged DEI with Chip Ganassi Racing in 2009, forming Earnhardt Ganassi Racing, though she no longer held a prominent management role. She maintained a relatively private life in the years following the merger. She passed away in 2024.