Tony Hawk Net Worth

So, what is Tony Hawk’s net worth? Depending on whom you talk to, it’s between $130 Million and $180 Million. His skateboarding, sponsorships, TV appearances, and endorsements have helped push his earnings well beyond the hundreds of thousands he earned annually as a teenager.

However, Tony Hawk enjoys his biggest revenue stream from video games, generating billions worldwide. This is a yearly boost to the Tony Hawk net worth figure.

Tony Hawk’s Early Years

Born Mar 12, 1968, Toney Hawk was a native of San Diego, California. His parents, Nancy Hawk and Frank Peter Hawk Rupert brought up a family of 4 children in a traditional household, with Tony being the youngest.

As a youngster, Tony was a gifted student who struggled to find his place amongst his classmates, finding a safe and relaxing space when on his skateboard. His 144 IQ probably accounts for his success in the sport and in the deals he made as he progressed to becoming a professional skater.

He attended Torrey Pines High School, and at 14, in 1982, he turned pro.

Tony Hawk The Legend

Tony Hawk was greatly influenced by two of his heroes, Christian Hosoi and Steve Caballero.

In 1983, just a year after turning pro, Tony Hawk won his first major title at the Spring Nationals Contest. After that, he dominated the Summer World Series, winning many major titles and prize money during his career.

After attempting the world’s first skateboard 900 at the 1999 X Games and failing 10 times in a row to hit the landing, Tony pulled off arguably the most difficult trick in professional skateboarding. After nailing it on his 11^th try, Tony Hawk cemented his legendary status in modern vertical skateboarding.

Tony Hawk’s Acting and Video Game Performances

It’s no surprise that Tony Hawk’s first appearance in a movie was as a skater double for Josh Brolin. The 1986 movie Thrashin was his introduction to the world of film, and it was to be a financially rewarding relationship for many years.

He followed up with roles in Police Academy 4, another skateboarding classic, Gleaming the Cube, and appearances in The Simpsons and Lords of Dogtown. He also starred in his own video game, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater.

His video series proved phenomenal and paved the way for much of his ongoing financial success. Kids were introduced to Tony Hawk and skateboarding through the game, and its sequels were released in 2000 and again in 2001. He has also appeared in other video games, earning substantial amounts from each one.

Frank Peter Rupert Hawk

Tony’s father, Frank Hawk, was a military officer and a staunch supporter of his skateboarding. While in his teens, Tony was able to purchase his family home with the money he earned from this skateboarding success.

Tony Hawk Foundation

Aside from his skateboarding, Tony Hawk is a philanthropist and created the Tony Hawk Foundation in 2002 to meet the needs of his community.

The foundation is focused on building skateparks in underprivileged areas where children and young adults can enjoy their sport within a safe space. To positively influence young people’s lives, financing public skateparks across the world is the number one goal of the Tony Hawk Foundation, now known as The Skatepark Project.

More than $10 Million has been awarded to over 500 skateboard park projects.

Is Tony Hawk Still Skating?

In 2003, Tony Hawk entered retirement, no longer competing in professional skateboarding.

However, many videos online show him still enjoying himself at various skateparks around the world.

What Does Tony Hawk Invest In? 

For starters, Tony Hawk is an unusual character with his own spin on life. This is evidenced by his diversified investment portfolio, which includes a chain of coffee shops and various tech companies.

He loves Tesla cars and can be seen driving around in a Tesla Model S and a Jeep Cherokee.

With a focus on consumer products, Tony has invested in Black Plague, a San Diego Brewery. He’s also bought up properties in Detroit. You can find him contributing to his YouTube channel “Ride”, interviewing artists and musicians who have found inspiration in the skateboarding scene.

The key to Tony Hawk’s successful philosophy of business and high net worth is his ability to network and understand the underlying trend around the skateboarding scene. This has translated into investments in his billion-dollar video game brand. His Hawk clothing line, the Birdhouse Skateboards Company, and sporting goods and toys range under his Tony Hawk Signature Series company are all examples of his ability to assess the market and make profitable business decisions.

All this has led to his increased wealth and a net worth that continues to grow. As he aged, Tony Hawk became a sought-after corporate and motivational business speaker.

Tony has an interest in Boom Boom HuckJam. It’s a traveling show that is a part sporting event and live concert. Visitors can listen to popular music and enjoy spectacular sports events by vert skaters and BMX riders.

Birdhouse Skateboards is a popular and world-famous brand that has cashed in on Tony Hawk’s charisma and sporting success. His love of coffee led to an investment in Blue Bottle Coffee, which was sold to Nestle for in excess of $500 Million.

Tony Hawk’s Personal Life

Tony has been married three times. First to his high-school sweetheart, Cindy Dunbar, with whom he had a son, Riley. Riley is also a professional skateboarder and has secured a sponsorship with Lakai Footwear and Baker Skateboards.

After divorcing Dunbar in 1994, Tony married Erin Lee in 1996. They had two sons together, Spencer Hawk and Keegan Hawk. Erin and Tony divorced in 2004.

In 2006, Hawk married Lhotse Merriam. Their marriage lasted until 2011 and produced their daughter, Kadence Clover Hawk.

Hawk is currently married to Cathy Goodman, whom he married in Ireland on June 27, 2015. They have a home in Encinitas, California.

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