NASCAR Driver to Make Acting Debut at 39

Justin Allgaier, a veteran of the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, will appear in an episode of The CW's crime drama "Wild Cards".

Mar. 13, 2026 at 10:03pm

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Justin Allgaier, a 39-year-old NASCAR driver who has made over 500 starts in the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, will make his acting debut on an upcoming episode of The CW's crime drama "Wild Cards". The episode, titled "The Hostage Always Rings Twice", will feature Allgaier playing himself in a storyline involving a hostage negotiation at a NASCAR race.

Why it matters

This crossover between NASCAR and scripted television highlights the growing partnership between the motorsports league and The CW network, which recently acquired the broadcast rights to the Xfinity Series starting in 2025. It also represents an opportunity for Allgaier, a veteran driver, to expand his profile and reach new audiences beyond the traditional NASCAR fanbase.

The details

Allgaier, who drives the No. 7 Chevrolet Camaro SS for JR Motorsports, will appear in the March 30th episode of "Wild Cards" at 8 p.m. ET. The episode will center around a hostage situation that takes place during a NASCAR race, allowing Allgaier to play a fictionalized version of himself.

  • Allgaier will appear in the March 30, 2026 episode of "Wild Cards".
  • The CW announced a new television contract with NASCAR's Xfinity Series starting in 2025.

The players

Justin Allgaier

A 39-year-old NASCAR driver who has made over 500 starts in the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, NASCAR's second-tier circuit.

The CW

A broadcast network known for its lineup of scripted dramas and comedies, which recently acquired the television broadcast rights to NASCAR's Xfinity Series starting in 2025.

JR Motorsports

The racing team that fields the No. 7 Chevrolet Camaro SS driven by Justin Allgaier in the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series.

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What they’re saying

“It was great getting the opportunity to be a part of 'Wild Cards.' To get the chance to work with that incredible group is just a testament to what this partnership truly is between The CW and the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series.”

— Justin Allgaier

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This crossover between NASCAR and scripted television highlights the growing partnership between the motorsports league and The CW network, which recently acquired the broadcast rights to the Xfinity Series. It also represents an opportunity for veteran driver Justin Allgaier to expand his profile and reach new audiences beyond the traditional NASCAR fanbase.