Chad McQueen, son of Hollywood icon Steve McQueen, has died at the age of 63.

McQueen’s attorney Arthur H. Barens confirmed the news in a statement to Fox News Digital on Thursday.

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Chad McQueen, son of acclaimed actor Steve McQueen. In 2020, Chad suffered an injury from which he never fully recovered,” Barens wrote.

McQueen was born on December 28, 1960 and is perhaps best known for his role as Dutch, one of the bullies in the original film “The Karate Kid” and its sequel, “The Karate Kid II”.

Chad McQueen in “The Karate Kid” (Sony Pictures Entertainment)

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He also starred in films such as “New York Cop” and “Red Line” and according to Variety there were plans for him to reprise his role as “Karate Kid” in the Netflix spinoff “Cobra Kai,” but those plans never went ahead.

In addition to acting, McQueen, like his famous father, focused on auto racing.

McQueen also had a career in motorsport and, like his late father Steve McQueen, was passionate about cars. (Getty Images)

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Chad McQueen, son of acclaimed actor Steve McQueen. In 2020, Chad suffered an injury from which he never fully recovered.”

– Arthur H. Barens, attorney for Chad McQueen

“His passion for racing not only highlighted his exceptional talent, but also served as a way to honor his father’s legacy, a testament to the values ​​instilled in him. He passed on his passion, knowledge and dedication to his family’s legacy to his children, Chase and Madison, who will continue to write the McQueen story with Renaissance Licensing,” Barens said in the statement.

Variety reported that Chad has competed in events including the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 12 Hours of Sebring. He also founded McQueen Racing in 2010. According to the company’s website, McQueen’s children, Chase and Madison, have taken over the reins.

McQueen, seated, with his wife Jeannie McQueen, mother Neile Adams McQueen, son Chase and daughter Madison at Madison’s baby shower in 2023. (David Crotty/Getty Images)

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“Together, Chase and Madison are a dynamic team, upholding their father’s legacy while bringing their own passion for the joy of racing. Their dedication to excellence and relentless pursuit of pushing the boundaries of performance and design have placed McQueen Racing at the forefront of the industry,” the McQueen Racing website states.

“Chad’s remarkable journey as a loving father to Chase and Madison, along with his unwavering devotion to Jeanie, truly exemplified a life filled with love and dedication. He is also survived by his mother, Neile Adams, a renowned Broadway performer, dancer and singer,” Barens’ statement said.

Chad McQueen is also the father of “Vampire Diaries” and “Chicago Fire” star Steven R. McQueen from a previous marriage.

McQueen with his mother, Neile Adams, Steve McQueen’s first wife. (David Crotty/Getty Images)

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On social media, McQueen often shared tributes to his father, who died of cancer in 1980.

“Happy Father’s Day to the best dad I could ever ask for! Thank you for being my guardian angel. I promise to tell your story the way you want it to be told because no one knew you like I did,” he wrote last year.

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“As the family goes through this difficult time, we kindly ask for privacy as they remember and celebrate Chad’s extraordinary life,” Barens added in a statement, encouraging people to donate to Boys Republic.

Larry Fink of Fox News Digital contributed to this report