• October 27, 2011

Mario Lopez, host of the television show "Extra," will be Honorary Chairman for next month's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. 

Lopez will interview assorted sports and entertainment celebrities on the red carpet prior to the 10th consecutive running of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series championship race at the speedway.  

"Extra" will dangle a "Ultimate NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Experience" as a prize to one lucky fan and his or her guest. The package includes two VIP tickets, pit passes, a $1,500 Visa gift card and a meet-and-greet with stars.