Career Timeline of Bam Margera: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Bam Margera, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Bam Margera is an American former professional skateboarder, stunt performer, television personality, and filmmaker. He gained fame through MTV's Jackass and its associated films. Margera also created spin-off shows like Viva La Bam and directed the films Haggard and Minghags. He was a prominent figure in early 2000s pop culture due to his involvement in extreme stunts and reality television.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

February 3, 2007: Wedding to Melissa "Missy" Rothstein

On February 3, 2007, Bam Margera married Melissa "Missy" Rothstein in downtown Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with the events leading up to the wedding chronicled on the MTV series Bam's Unholy Union.

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September 2008: Opening of "The Note" bar/theater

In September 2008, Bam Margera opened a bar/theater called "The Note" in West Chester, Pennsylvania.

2009: Release of "Serious as Dog Dirt"

In 2009, Bam Margera released a book titled "Serious as Dog Dirt" containing private writings and pictures.

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January 2014: Closure of "The Note"

In January 2014, The Note bar/theater, owned by Bam Margera in West Chester, Pennsylvania, closed due to serious restrictions from the West Chester Borough Council.

2015: Second rehab attempt and Family Therapy with Dr. Jenn

In 2015, Bam Margera entered rehab for a second time for alcoholism, but left shortly after, and later participated in Family Therapy with Dr. Jenn on VH1 with his mother, April Margera.

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2016: Relocation to Barcelona

In late 2016, Bam Margera relocated to Barcelona, Spain, with his family to focus on his skating career.

2020: YouTube appearances

In 2020, Bam Margera began appearing in YouTube videos, including a viral water balloon fight video with model Jeb Carty.

January 2021: Revealed precarious involvement with Jackass Forever

During a January 2021 interview, Bam Margera revealed that his involvement in the Jackass Forever movie depended on his sobriety and behavior.

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February 11, 2021: Firing from Jackass Forever

On February 11, 2021, Bam Margera admitted to breaking his sobriety and indicated that he had officially been fired from the filming of Jackass Forever.

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August 9, 2021: Margera Files Lawsuit Over Jackass Forever Firing

On August 9, 2021, Bam Margera filed a lawsuit against Jeff Tremaine, Johnny Knoxville, Spike Jonze, Paramount Pictures, MTV, Dickhouse Entertainment, and Gorilla Flicks, alleging wrongful termination from "Jackass Forever".

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January 12, 2022: Knoxville Confirms Margera Scene in Jackass Forever

On January 12, 2022, Johnny Knoxville stated that one scene filmed by Bam Margera for "Jackass Forever" would remain in the film, despite the ongoing lawsuit.

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April 14, 2022: Margera Dismisses Lawsuit After Settlement

On April 14, 2022, Bam Margera requested to dismiss the lawsuit related to "Jackass Forever" after reaching a settlement; the specific terms remain private.

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