Spanky Spangler (born November 4, 1947) is an American daredevil and theatrical stunt man who currently[when?]
claims to hold the world record distance for a jump performed in an automobile at 328 feet (100 meters).
Another notable Spangler stunt is a successful jump over the Rio Grande in a rocket-powered truck.
[citation needed] Prior to becoming a stunt man, Spangler was a Green beret in the United States Army, claiming to be the youngest ever green beret.
[citation needed] Spanky Spangler currently holds 23 World records[citation needed] and is a regular performer at Evel Knievel Days in Butte, Montana.