Anthony Frank Hawk
- Born:
- May 12, 1968, San Diego, California, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Professional Skateboarder, Actor, Entrepreneur
Early Life and Education
- Developed a passion for skateboarding at age nine.
- Attended Jean Farb Middle School and Torrey Pines High School in San Diego.
- Reportedly a challenging student, channeling his hyperactivity into skateboarding.
Career and Major Achievements
- Turned professional at age 14.
- Considered one of the pioneers of modern vertical skateboarding.
- Invented and popularized numerous skateboarding tricks, including the 900.
- Won multiple gold medals at the X Games.
- Founded Birdhouse Skateboards in 1992.
- The subject of the phrase 'biography hawk skateboarding tony' often refers to is, arguably, a modern skateboarding icon.
Notable Works
| Work Type | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Video Game Series | Tony Hawk's Pro Skater | 1999-2015 |
| Documentary | Tony Hawk: Until the Wheels Fall Off | 2022 |
| Book | HAWK - Occupation: Skateboarder | 2000 |
Film and Television Appearances
- Appeared in numerous films and television shows, often as himself or in cameo roles. Examples include:
- Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol (1987)
- Gleaming the Cube (1989)
- Jackass: The Movie (2002)
Legacy and Impact
Anthony Frank Hawk, more commonly known as Tony Hawk, has had a profound impact on the sport of skateboarding. His achievements as a skater, combined with his entrepreneurial ventures and media presence, have popularized skateboarding worldwide. The Tony Hawk Foundation (now The Skatepark Project) has helped build hundreds of public skateparks across the United States, providing safe and accessible places for young people to skate.