TONY HAWK
Date of birth: May 12, 1968 San Diego , CA
Residence: Encinitas CA. USA
Height: 6ft 3 in (1.9 m )
Weight : 171 lb
Profession: Skateboarder
Nick Name: The Birdman
Turned Pro 1982
Retired 2003
About : Tony Hawk is an American retired professional skateboarder and is one of the pioneers of modern vertical skateboarding. He became a professional skateboarder at age 14 and was the National Skateboard Association World Champion for 12 consecutive years. In 2014, Hawk was named one of the most influential skateboarders of all time.
TONY HAWK VIDEOS
Tony Hawk lands his last ever Ollie 540 at age 52. The legendary skateboarder says it'll be the last time he'll do it.
"But they've gotten scarier in recent years, as the landing commitment can be risky if your feet aren't in the right places. and my willingness to slam unexpectedly into the flat bottom has waned greatly over the last decade."
The Legend Tony Hawk has helped the sport of skateboarding go mainstream through his technical innovations, equipment, apparel companies, not to mention his tireless promotional work. Watch the legend on the Best of Tony Hawk 2020 video.
To celebrate his 50th, Tony Hawk recreated 50 tricks that he's created and pioneered.
In 2015, Tony Hawk Skates First Downward Spiral Loop.
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