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Anthony Frank Hawk (born May 12, 1968), nicknamed Birdman, is an American professional skateboarder, entrepreneur and the owner of the skateboard company Birdhouse. A pioneer of modern vertical skateboarding, Hawk completed the first documented "900" skateboarding trick in 1999.
- Anthony Frank Hawk
- 1981–present
- Skateboarder, entrepreneur
Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about Tony Hawk's life and achievements as a pro skateboarder, from his first sponsor at 12 to his historic 900 trick at the X Games. Discover how he created his own skateboarding company, video game series, and foundation for public parks.
The official website of skateboarding legend Tony Hawk. Featuring photos, videos, appearance information and more.
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May 24, 2021 · For a long time, the skateboarding icon Tony Hawk’s career appeared to have followed the trajectory of one of his tricks: He built up momentum during the 1980s and early 1990s, launched into...
4 days ago · Tony Hawk (born May 12, 1968, San Diego, California, U.S.) is an American professional skateboarder who—through his technical innovations, successful equipment and apparel companies, and tireless promotional work—helped the sport of skateboarding enter the mainstream at the end of the 20th century.
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Oct 10, 2023 · Skateboarder Tony Hawk attempts a never before done trick—the 900— and goes down in history. Enjoy a free trial of National Geographic right here: https://ngmdomsubs.nationalgeographic ...more.
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Apr 3, 2022 · The skateboarding icon has seen the sport explode in popularity over a remarkable and long career, from shredding backyard bowls as a kid to reaching incredible heights on the half-pipe to being a...