Personal Life
Foyt was born in Louisville, Kentucky but lists his hometown as Hockley, Texas, the long-time residence of his grandfather, racing legend A. J. Foyt, who guided him through much of his career.
Foyt appeared in the 2005 film The Dukes of Hazzard and is an avid Texas Longhorns fan. In March 2007, He was charged with DUI stemming from an incident in December of the previous year.
He is married to Indianapolis Colts vice-president Casey Irsay, daughter of team owner Jim Irsay, in July 2009. On September 19th, 2010, it was announced by commentators during the Indy Japan 300 that Casey Foyt had given birth to a son, A.J. Foyt V.
Foyt is sometimes referred to by the nickname "Quattro" or the stylized "AJIV" or "AJ4."
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