Fenderbaum — The Cannonball Run Character Profile

About Fenderbaum

Former F1 driver and Jamie Blake's partner, maintains the priest disguise throughout the race.

Fenderbaum — Character Profile

Alignment

Neutral

Species

Human

Abilities

Former F1 racing, Priest disguise, Vehicle maintenance, Comedic timing, Team loyalty

• Strength: 5/10
• Intelligence: 7/10
• Charisma: 6/10
• Morality: 6/10
• Influence: 6/10

Character Facts

Played by

Sammy Davis Jr.

Appears in

The Cannonball Run (1981)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (3)

• Fenderbaum — Alliance Racing Partner — Jamie Blake (Dean Martin)

  Former F1 teammates who maintain a shared priest disguise and drive together.

• Fenderbaum — Conflict Rival — J.J. McClure (Burt Reynolds)

  Opposing racers whose competitive tension leads to coordinated interference.

• Fenderbaum — Conflict Sabotage Victim — Victor (Dom DeLuise)

  Direct participant in the sabotage that temporarily halts Victor's team.

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