Challenges in the Life of Bam Margera in a Detailed Timeline

Life is full of challenges, and Bam Margera faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.

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

2007: Drinking habits worsened

In 2007, Bam Margera's drinking habits worsened after his previous shows ended.

July 2009: Hospitalization after alcohol binge

In July 2009, Bam Margera was taken to the hospital after a four-day alcohol binge.

December 2009: First rehab attempt

In December 2009, Bam Margera entered rehab for the first time after an intervention, but left after four days.

2011: Intensified drinking after Ryan Dunn's death

In 2011, Bam Margera's drinking intensified further after the death of his close friend Ryan Dunn.

2012: Loss of control of drinking

In 2012, according to Bam Margera, he lost control of his drinking due to Ryan Dunn's death and bone spurs forcing him to put his skating career on hold.

July 2013: Arrest at Keflavík Airport

In July 2013, Bam Margera was arrested at Keflavík Airport in Iceland for leaving the country without paying damages following a rental car dispute the year before.

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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January 2018: Third rehab attempt and relapse

In January 2018, Bam Margera entered rehab for the third time after a DUI and relapsed later that year after being robbed at gunpoint in Colombia.

January 2019: Fourth rehab attempt

In January 2019, Bam Margera entered rehab once more, but left after ten days, planning to beat his alcoholism on his own.

March 2019: Public outbursts and mental health treatment

In March 2019, Bam Margera was shown screaming at his manager in a video released by TMZ, insulted his wife and damaged his own home, leading to him being committed to a mental health treatment facility. He was released after one week.

August 3, 2019: Removal from flight and public plea for help

On August 3, 2019, Bam Margera was removed from a commercial airline flight due to intoxication and then publicly pleaded for Dr. Phil's help on Instagram.

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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May 25, 2021: Tremaine Files Restraining Order Against Margera

On May 25, 2021, Jeff Tremaine filed a temporary restraining order against Bam Margera due to harassment via Instagram, targeting both Tremaine and Johnny Knoxville.

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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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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June 26, 2022: Second disappearance from rehab

On June 26, 2022, Bam Margera was reported missing again after fleeing his rehab center for the second time.

June 27, 2022: Found and admitted to a new rehab facility

On June 27, 2022, Bam Margera was found and checked into a new treatment facility.

September 4, 2022: Spotted at a bar after fleeing rehab

On September 4, 2022, Bam Margera was spotted at a bar after fleeing rehab once again.

September 25, 2022: Found intoxicated in a bar in Atlanta

On September 25, 2022, Bam Margera was reported to be caught intoxicated in a bar in Atlanta, Georgia, amid rehab problems.

December 9, 2022: Hospitalization due to pneumonia and COVID-19

On December 9, 2022, Bam Margera was hospitalized and put on a ventilator in a San Diego ICU due to pneumonia and COVID-19.

March 2, 2023: Arrest for domestic violence

On March 2, 2023, Bam Margera was arrested for domestic violence after allegedly kicking a woman. He was released after posting bail the next day.

March 29, 2023: Arrest for public intoxication

On March 29, 2023, Bam Margera was arrested for public intoxication.

April 23, 2023: Police dispatched after alleged death threats

On April 23, 2023, police were dispatched to Bam Margera's home after he allegedly made death threats to his brother and punched him in the face. He fled on foot into the woods before surrendering to police days later.

June 1, 2023: Threat on Instagram and involuntary commitment

On June 1, 2023, Bam Margera posted a video on Instagram threatening to smoke crack until he's dead unless he sees his son, leading to his involuntary commitment to a mental health facility on June 4.

June 7, 2023: Placed on 5150 psychiatric hold

Around June 7, 2023, Bam Margera was placed on 5150 psychiatric hold at a Los Angeles mental health facility due to disturbing text messages and erratic behavior.

September 23, 2024: Arrest for probation violation

On September 23, 2024, Bam Margera was arrested again after he allegedly violated his probation. He was put in the Chester County Prison and ordered to undergo a drug and alcohol evaluation.