Denny Hamlin and Jordan Fish have always been proud to share their daughters’ milestones with the world. Whether it’s a school play or a family outing, their social media feeds always and often highlight their achievements, particularly of their eldest daughter, Taylor Hamlin. Over the years, fans have watched Taylor evolve from a budding performer into this confident young artist, capturing hearts.

One memorable instance was when Taylor took on the role of Dorothy in a production of the wonderful Wizard of Oz, delivering a rendition of “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” that left audiences in awe. A performance not only showcases her talent but also her vocal abilities and stage presence. Earning praise from both fans and members of the NASCAR community. Jordan, beaming with pride, shared clips of her daughter’s performance, further endearing Taylor to her growing fan base. 

Taylor has since continued to impress, revealing a quiet confidence and a clear love for this stage. Most recently, Taylor took another step when she delivered a performance at the high-profile NASCAR charity event that left plenty of people talking. It was the kind of moment that made you forget her age—just a 10-year-old with a mic, a crowd, and absolutely no fear. Let’s just say that the Hamlin household might be raising more than one star.

Denny Hamlin’s daughter steals the show

The 2025 Better Half Dash at Mooresville, a fan-favorite charity race featuring the wives and girlfriends of NASCAR drivers, had a slightly different feel altogether. Longtime fans were quick to notice that Jordan did not participate this time around, but the Hamlin family wasn’t far from the spotlight. In fact, someone else stepped up to deliver a show-stopping moment—Taylor.

Before the engines roared and the green flag dropped, all eyes were on the 10-year-old as she walked to the center of the track with a microphone in hand. With the American flag waving high behind her and silence settling over the stands, Taylor continued to sing the national anthem with great clarity and confidence, her voice carrying through the venue with this sort of quiet strength that left the crowd visibly shaken. Jordan Fish posted the video on Instagram with the caption, “Taylor sang her first National Anthem for @motorracingoutreach Better Half Dash! The first anthem of many more to come! Let’s go Taylor! We are so proud of you! 🏁🇺🇸 #nationalanthem”

There were no theatrics, just Taylor steady and being sure in front of a sea of people belonging to the racing community. For those who followed her past performances, it isn’t a surprise, but it was indeed very special. In a setting that has seen her father race and her mother cheer from the sidelines, Taylor carved out a moment that was entirely her own. Whether or not she follows in either of their footsteps, one thing is clear: she’s already forging her own path, and Denny Hamlin is breathing a proud sigh of relief.

As the Hamlins expect their next child in a few weeks, Hamlin was asked about his kids ever pursuing racing. “I am trying to push my kids away from the racing as much as I can,” He said on the possibility of getting a firesuit onesie for his soon-arriving baby boy. And he’s incredibly happy that his daughters are gravitating toward the arts: “The girls, luckily, all they care about is singing, dancing, acting, things like that.” 

While Denny Hamlin did not publicly comment on this specific performance, he has previously expressed the great pride he takes in Taylor’s singing abilities. One memorable instance was after she performed at the catwalk for a charity event. He shared a post, writing, “Proud is an understatement. Thank you @mtjfoundation @sherrystrongoc for including Taylor to sing the finale at last night’s catwalk for a cause.” 

As the Hamlins revel in the pride of their daughter’s performance, the racing community was in awe and didn’t hesitate to share their reactions. 

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The NASCAR community gushes over Taylor Hamlin

When Jordan Fish took to Instagram to share this moment, it did not take long for the comments to pour in. The video of Taylor singing quickly gained traction not just among family and friends but also from fans across the NASCAR community. They were moved by what they heard. A performance that was modest yet powerful struck a chord with those who really know just how difficult the national anthem can be to pull off live, especially for someone as young as her. One follower summed it up perfectly, saying, “Wow!!! This is such a hard song to sing! She NAILED it!!!” 

However, the praise did not stop here. With every comment coming in, the pride surrounding Taylor’s big movement grew louder—“Great job Taylor!” wrote Bubba Wallace‘s wife, Amanda Wallace. Wallace and Denny Hamlin have a close relationship as Hamlin is the co-owner of the team Bubba drives for, 23XI Racing, and Amanda’s appreciation is heartwarming to see. The racing community didn’t stop there, as Amber Balcaen, a female part-time ARCA Series driver, showered her love as well, writing, “Good job girl!! 👏👏”

One particularly heartfelt message under the post read, “I have a feeling one day she’s gonna be singing the national anthem before a cup series race, she did great btw.” It’s clear that even in a sport known for high-speed drama and roaring engines, a quiet, confident voice could still steal the show during the pre-race traditions.

Certainly, Mom and Dad couldn’t be more proud watching Taylor step into the spotlight on her own terms. Now, Denny Hamlin might joke about Taylor Swift’s lyrics, but it’s extremely clear that he prefers his Taylor better. Could Taylor be the next anthem voice before a Cup Series race? Let us know in the comments!