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Danny Way (born April 15, 1974) is an American professional skateboarder and business person. He has been awarded Thrasher magazine's "Skater of the Year" award twice. He is known for extreme stunts, such as jumping into a skateboard ramp from a helicopter; that was featured on the cover of Transworld Skateboarding magazine. [2]
- 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
- April 15, 1974 (age 49), Portland, Oregon, U.S.
- 180 lb (82 kg)
- United States
Learn about the life and achievements of Danny Way, the skateboarder who has pushed the limits of the sport with his world-class stunts and records. From his childhood challenges to his gold medals at the X Games, discover how he became the first skater to jump over the Great Wall of China and the Fender Stratocaster bomb drop.
Oct 16, 2023 · Home / Culture & Community. Danny Way: The Skateboarding Legend Defying Gravity and Life’s Challenges. Dive into Danny Way's journey, from gritty streets to record-breaking stunts. Explore life triumphs and trials of skateboarding's resilient icon. Published October 16, 2023 • Updated February 13, 2024.
- 9 min
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Dec 6, 2012 · Dec. 6, 2012 12:22 PM PT. In the quietest, most moving moment of the documentary, “Waiting for Lightning,” skateboarder Danny Way stands atop a six-story ramp at the Great Wall of China, his...
Jul 7, 2015 · A look back at the historic day in 2005 when skateboard legend Danny Way jumped over the Great Wall of China. See photos, stories and videos of the epic feat and the challenges that led up to it.