Justin Shearer aka Big Chief was born in the rolling hills of Louisville Kentucky in 1980. He moved to Oklahoma in 1992. He comes from a family who takes street racing quite seriously. At the young age of 9 Chief would ride his bike to watch the street races on Old Route 66. These days Chief is the go-to guy for street racing in the Oklahoma City area. Chief recently finished up the multi-year project of completely transforming his first car into the baddest twin turbo GTO on the planet. Nicknamed "The Crow" the car has what it takes to move quickly up the list.
His passion and prowess for driving eventually led to a second career on television as he and a few others like Kye Kelley, JJ Da Boss, Ryan Martin… appeared on Street Outlaws and its subsequent spinoffs. Justin has been notably absent in the current season of America’s list, a spinoff show that is part of the larger Street Outlaws Franchise. Check out what happened.
Viewers tuned in for the first episode of season two, hoping to see Big Chief get his racing gear on and win some prizes, but he was nowhere to be seen. Street outlaws’ racers and fans alike were shocked to learn that Big Chief had taken a step back from racing.
Some statements about why Big Chief quit
Photo by Street Outlaws Facebook
Now we have some rumors that Big Chief has quit the show and it was all because of some argument between him Precious and Jackie, during the first night of filming Street Outlaws. In the aftermath of this altercation, Big Chief decided to pack and leave. The news came as a shock, especially as Justin was one of the reasons why America’s List was greenlit in the first place.
Some people speculate that Shearer walked away from the show because the producers wouldn’t abolish the ‘Chase is a Race’ Stipulation which is part of the contest. Though the stipulation adds more drama to everything, most people agree that it is quite unnecessary. In any case, we can’t know for sure, as the producers chose not to include the argument that led to Justin’s departure during the first driver’s meeting.
Some reports state that Big Chief left due to the exhausting racing schedule. It comes after he told viewers on social media that he took some time off from the show to focus on his family and the workshop, as well as to relax. He confirmed on Instagram that he is sitting the new America’s List out.
“building your own shit is so rewarding, but it makes you realize that every little detail matters. tbh, sometimes we talk about doing something and it's easy to think "eh, it makes such a small difference, it's not that big of a deal". but when you're doing an entire build, those little things that you think wouldn't make a big difference add up. they do make a difference. and i am incredibly grateful that even though it takes longer to do, justin helps me do it. we have realized that nothing in life is worth doing, unless you are willing to put 1000% into it... like taking off your headers to do some grinding on them to get them just a liiiiiittle better”
Photo by Jackie Instagram
Other rumors suggested the show may have let him go, but Justin denied this speculation in April, stating he would return in following seasons. Due to his success and popularity on Street Outlaws, viewers have made their assumptions.
“Chief is seasoned street racer, trash-talking and arguments won’t make him leave. If I had to guess, the dispute was about the wing on Chief’s car. Maybe that’s why he left”, speculated a fan.
What is Big Chief doing now?
Big Chief had still been participating in some races, such as the daily driver event, RC car racing, and a Cash Days RC event that he won. His previous Instagram bio claimed he is a “Street Outlaws” Race Master, and fulltime goofball / race car driver”, which he has now changed to: “Professional Street Race Enthusiast.”
Photo by Big Chief Instagram
Looking at his girlfriend Jackie’s Instagram page, it appears the couple have returned home. He has also confirmed that he is “sitting this one” when asked about America’s List, and respected the decision for Shawn to be the race master.
He also offered the public to book him in for races, shows and appearances, which has been removed. Looking at his Instagram, he is also focusing on his YouTube channel Midwest Street Cars, where he works on his new car project.
Photo by Big Chief Instagram
Now check out Big Chief’s video, let him tell you why he did and what he did.
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