Who plays Rowdy Burns in Days of Thunder?

Rowdy Burns is played by Michael Rooker.

How is Rowdy Burns connected to other characters?

Rowdy Burns has 2 mapped relationships in Days of Thunder. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Rowdy Burns — Days of Thunder Character Profile

About Rowdy Burns

An intimidating Winston Cup Champion and early rival to Cole. After a massive crash at Daytona leaves him with a brain injury requiring surgery, he convinces Cole to drive his car at the Daytona 500 to secure sponsor funding.

Character Facts

Played by: Michael Rooker
Appears in: Days of Thunder (1990)
Role: Supporting

Relationships (2)

Rowdy Burns — Conflict Rival — Cole Trickle (Tom Cruise)
Intense racing rivalry that develops into friendship
Rowdy Burns — Power Authority Figure — Big John (Fred Thompson)
NASCAR President mediates between Rowdy and Cole

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Cole Trickle (Tom Cruise)
Harry Hogge (Robert Duvall)
Dr. Claire Lewicki (Nicole Kidman)
Tim Dalander (Randy Quaid)
Jennie Burns (Caroline Williams)
Russ Wheeler (Cary Elwes)
Cole's Crew (Peter Appel)
Dr. Wilhaire (Gerald R. Molen)
Darlene (Donna W. Scott)
Harlem Hoogerhyde (Chris Ellis)
Female Highway Patrol Officer (Leilani Sarelle)
Lauren Daland (Barbara Garrick)