Street Outlaws Star Nathan Schaldach Tragically Passes Away in Car Accident

Nathan Schaldach, known to fans as Cali Nate from the popular reality TV series Street Outlaws, tragically lost his life in a horrific car crash in southwest Texas. The incident, which occurred on a Saturday night, has left his loved ones and fans in deep mourning.

Schaldach’s girlfriend, Courtney Paulshock, took to Facebook to confirm the devastating news, referring to him as her “soul mate.” In a heart-wrenching post, she expressed her shock and sorrow, stating, “I’m not whole. I feel like my heart is breaking.” Paulshock shared that the accident happened while Schaldach was drag racing at Eagle Pass, a location approximately two hours west of San Antonio.

Despite the best efforts of his friends, who rushed him to the hospital, Schaldach’s injuries were too severe, and they were unable to save him. Paulshock, overwhelmed by grief, chose not to divulge further details about the cause of the crash or the events leading up to it. She did, however, reflect on how happy he had been recently, particularly after reuniting with his mother and sister.

“Nathan was passionate about everything he did,” Paulshock shared. “To experience the love he gave me every day was a true blessing.”

Schaldach gained fame on the fourth season of Street Outlaws: Fastest in America, a show that follows eight drag racing teams competing for a grand prize of $100,000. His season aired last year, concluding in May. The show is a spinoff of the original Street Outlaws, which showcased extreme street racers risking their lives on the road.

Drag racing, where two cars race side by side on a short, straight track, is a thrilling but dangerous sport. Although professional events are generally safe, illegal street racing has been banned in many areas due to its high risk. The dangers of the sport were tragically highlighted in 2022 when Ryan Fellows, another Street Outlaws star, also died in a car accident during filming. Schaldach’s untimely death is a somber reminder of the risks involved.

As news of Schaldach’s passing spread, friends and fans alike took to social media to express their condolences. Chris Frank, a close friend, shared his grief in a video, revealing that he could barely sleep after hearing the terrible news. “Those of you who raced against him feared him, and those who were his friends loved him,” Frank said, emphasizing the respect and admiration Schaldach commanded in the racing community. “We all know that any ride could be our last, and every race is dangerous. Nate was one of the last true racers with a deep love and understanding for the sport.”

In one of her final, heartbreaking messages, Paulshock promised to love Schaldach forever. She shared a poignant text message exchange, where Schaldach had told her, “Garth told me to tell you I love you very much just in case tomorrow never comes.” This race, it turned out, would be his last. Later that same day, Paulshock posted the song “I’ll Never Love Again” by Lady Gaga from the movie A Star Is Born, capturing the depth of her grief.

The entire racing community, along with Schaldach’s family and friends, are mourning the loss of a beloved figure. The Texas police have been contacted for further details regarding the accident, but the impact of Schaldach’s passing is already deeply felt.