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Tony Hawk

Tony Hawk "The Birdman"

Carlsbad, California
57 years old
Goofy stance
Pro since 1982

Bio

Tony Hawk is a legendary professional skateboarder, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He revolutionized vertical skateboarding and became the first skater to land a documented 900. Beyond skateboarding, Tony has built a multimedia empire including video games, clothing lines, and charitable foundations.

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Media
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Video Parts
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Contests
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Timeline

Sponsors

Birdhouse
Vans
Independent
Bones
Nixon

Video Parts

The Search for Animal Chin

Powell Peralta
1987

Public Domain

Powell Peralta
1988

Career Timeline

Tony Hawk Pro Skater Released

1999

Released the first Tony Hawk's Pro Skater video game, which became a cultural phenomenon and introduced millions to skateboarding.

Worldwide
Achievement

First Documented 900

1999

Made history at X Games V by landing the first documented 900, completing 2.5 revolutions in mid-air.

San Francisco, California
Achievement

Turned Professional

1982

Became a professional skateboarder at age 14, sponsored by Powell Peralta.

California
Sponsorship

Contest Results

Contest Year Location Place Prize
X Games Vert 2003 Los Angeles Gold Medal -
X Games Vert 2002 Philadelphia Silver Medal -
X Games Vert 1998 San Diego Gold Medal -
X Games Vert 1997 San Diego Gold Medal -
X Games Vert 1995 Rhode Island Gold Medal -