Tony Hawk Net Worth (Money & Salary)

Learnings About Tony Hawk’s Net Worth

When it comes to wealth, Tony Hawk, the American professional skateboarder and entrepreneur, boasts a net worth of $140 million. Throughout his career, Hawk has been the most successful and top-earning skateboarder in history. Apart from his significant earnings from endorsements, prizes from tournaments, appearance fees, and more, his self-titled video game has been a major revenue generator, amassing billions worldwide. Hawk has been raking in substantial amounts of money for years. Even during his teenage years as a skateboarding sensation, he was making over $100,000 annually from prizes and sponsorships. By the time he was in high school, Hawk was making notably more than his teachers and even purchased a house for his family during his senior year.

Background Story

Born Anthony Frank Hawk on May 12, 1968, in San Diego, California, Tony Hawk is the offspring of Nancy and Frank Peter Rupert Hawk and has three siblings. Hawk’s introduction to skateboarding occurred at the tender age of eight when his elder brother gifted him a used board. Given his hyperactive nature, skateboarding provided him with an outlet for his energy. Hawk, who was described as “hyperactive” and “gifted”, quickly demonstrated a natural talent for skateboarding, securing his first sponsorship from Dogtown Skateboards at age 12 and turning professional at just 14.

Professional Journey

Signing with the Powell Peralta professional team at 14, Hawk gained fame through appearances in the popular Bones Brigade videos. Acknowledged primarily as a premier street skater, he was keen on showcasing his vert (vertical) skating skills in the ’80s and ’90s. By age 16, Hawk had risen to become one of the leading skateboarders globally.

Having dominated skateboarding competitions, he held the title of the National Skateboard Association world champion for 12 consecutive years, securing over 70 victories. Hawk was also responsible for innovating numerous maneuvers that are now commonplace in the sport, such as the gymnast plant, the ollie-to-Indy, the Saran wrap, and the frontside 540-rodeo flip.

Hawk’s ascent paralleled the growth of skateboarding’s popularity. He toured worldwide for competitions and skating demos to elevate the sport’s profile. Despite a decline in skateboarding interest in the early ’90s, things took a positive turn with the inception of the Extreme Games (renamed X Games) in 1995. Hawk clinched ten Gold medals at the X Games, bagging Silver thrice and Bronze twice.

What solidified Hawk’s legacy was his iconic achievement at the X Games in the summer of 1999 when he became the first skateboarder to land a 900 successfully—rotating 900 degrees while airborne on a skateboard. While it took him 11 attempts, he finally nailed it, declaring it the “best day of my life.” Over a decade later, Hawk replicated his signature trick, offering inspiration to individuals both within and beyond the skateboarding realm.

Transitioning from competitive skating post the monumental 900, Hawk has remained actively involved. In 2009, he obtained official permission to skate on the White House premises at a Father’s Day celebration hosted by then-president Barack Obama. The same year, he was inducted into the Skateboarding Hall of Fame during its inaugural ceremony. Recognized by “Transworld Skateboarding Magazine” as the world’s second most influential skateboarder, after Mark Gonzales, in December 2011.

In July 2021, Hawk briefly returned from his competitive retirement to partake in the X Games’ Vert Best Trick event, finishing fourth among nine participants.

Brand Associations and Appearances

Tony’s affluent status doesn’t just stem from his skill but also from a plethora of products bearing his name. Persisting through skateboarding’s less popular phase, Hawk continued to thrive by founding the skateboard company Birdhouse, manufacturing boards and accessories, and establishing Blitz, a skateboarding product distribution firm. Hawk Clothing kickstarted in 1998, producing skatewear for kids.

In 1998, Hawk entered a partnership with Activision for the “Tony Hawk Pro Skater” video game franchise. The series spawned 18 different titles, securing massive popularity. To date, the series has amassed over $1.4 billion, ranking among the top-grossing video game series.

In 2002, Hawk initiated the “Boom Boom HuckJam,” a touring sports show blending live concerts with sporting events. The show featured popular musicians alongside emerging vert skaters and BMX riders.

Notable for his appearances in films and TV series like “XXX”, the entire “Jackass” movie series, “The Simpsons”, “The Masked Singer”, “Sharknado 5: Global Swarming”, and Nickelodeon’s “The Really Loud House.”

Investment Ventures

Hawk has investments in over twelve enterprises, including Birdhouse Skateboards, Hawk Clothing, and a production firm named 900 Films. Birdhouse stands as one of the leading skateboard companies globally.

One of the early backers of Blue Bottle Coffee, Hawk saw the company acquired by Nestle in 2017 for $500 million.

Commitment to Philanthropy

Determined to give back and expand skateboarding’s reach, Hawk established the Tony Hawk Foundation in 2002 to address the scarcity of safe and legal skateparks in the United States. The foundation has disbursed over $5.8 million and has fueled 596 skatepark projects nationwide. Renamed The Skatepark Project in 2020, the foundation was honored with the Robert Wood Johnson Sports Award in 2015, recognizing its innovative efforts in using sports to benefit local communities.

Hawk co-founded Athletes for Hope, aimed at inspiring athletes to give back to society, along with providing more individuals the opportunity to skate.

Making a change can really be achieved through volunteering in communities and supporting programs. In 2023, Tony decided to auction off a signed photograph of himself and Rick Thorne, with 50% of the proceeds benefiting the Tyre Nichols Memorial Fund. His plan is to honor Nichols by constructing a skatepark.

Personal Life

Tony Hawk and Cindy Dunbar started dating in high school, eventually getting married in April 1990. Their son, Riley Hawk, was born in 1992 and followed his father’s path to become a skateboarder, sponsored by Lakai Limited Footwear and Baker Skateboards. Tony and Cindy divorced in 1994. Tony was then married to Erin Lee from 1996 to 2004, and they had two sons, Spencer (b. 1999) and Keegan (b. 2001). Following that, Tony married Lhotse Merriam from 2006 to 2011, with whom he shares a daughter named Kadence Clover Hawk, born in 2008. Tony tied the knot with Cathy Goodman on June 27, 2015, in Ireland.

In August 2016, reports revealed that Tony purchased a century-old house in Detroit, as his wife Cathy originally hails from there. The historic building served various purposes over the years, from being a single-family home to a hospital and eventually being converted into apartments.

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Tony Hawk Net Worth (Money & Salary)

Data from 2023 and 2024, along with forecast information for 2025 and 2026, are available. Additionally, projections have been extended up to 2027 and 2028.

 

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Tony Hawk Net Worth (Money & Salary)