Early Life and Education of Bam Margera: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Bam Margera, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

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

2004: Purchase of Castle Bam

In 2004, Bam Margera bought his former home, known as Castle Bam, in Pocopson Township, Pennsylvania.

2005: End of Relationship with Jenn Rivell

In 2005, Bam Margera's seven-year relationship with Jenn Rivell ended.

November 2006: Filing for protection from abuse

In November 2006, Bam Margera filed for "protection from abuse" from Jenn Rivell after she allegedly broke into his house.

2006: Engagement to Melissa "Missy" Rothstein

In 2006, Bam Margera became engaged to his childhood friend Melissa "Missy" Rothstein.

January 2007: Construction of ramp at Castle Bam

In January 2007, Bam Margera built a ramp in the backyard of Castle Bam, causing trouble with the township.

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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October 24, 2007: Consideration of name change

On October 24, 2007, Bam Margera stated in an interview that he was "still debating" legally changing his first name to Bam, despite completing the paperwork.

2007: Drinking habits worsened

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

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

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

2008: LA Ink appearance and wedding damage revelation

In 2008, during an appearance on LA Ink, Bam Margera told Kat Von D about $13,000 in damage that occurred during his wedding celebration.

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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.

June 12, 2010: Alleged assault outside The Note

On June 12, 2010, Bam Margera was allegedly attacked with a baseball bat outside his bar, The Note, and treated for head injuries.

October 2010: Howard Stern interview about marriage

In October 2010, Bam Margera revealed in an interview with Howard Stern that he and Melissa Rothstein were living in separate cities and that she was aware of his girlfriends.

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.

November 2012: Divorce from Melissa Rothstein

In November 2012, Bam Margera and Melissa Rothstein divorced.

2012: Rental car dispute in Iceland

In 2012, Bam Margera rented a Toyota Land Cruiser during a vacation in Iceland, which he returned in "terrible shape".

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.

October 5, 2013: Marriage to Nicole Boyd

On October 5, 2013, Bam Margera married Nicole Boyd in Reykjavík, Iceland.

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.

June 2017: Pregnancy announcement

In June 2017, Bam Margera announced that Nicole Boyd was pregnant with their first child.

September 2017: Child's name announcement

In September 2017, it was announced that Bam Margera and Nicole Boyd's child would be named Phoenix Wolf.

November 2017: The Nine Club interview

In November 2017, Bam Margera discussed his health issues and alcoholism in an interview with The Nine Club, claiming he had been "mostly sober" since 2015.

December 2017: Birth of Phoenix Wolf

In December 2017, Bam Margera and Nicole Boyd's son, Phoenix Wolf, was born.

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.

2018: Renovation of Castle Bam for Airbnb

In 2018, April Margera began renovating Castle Bam in order to be used for short-term rentals via Airbnb, with rentals expected to be available in 2018.

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.

September 16, 2021: Child custody filing

On September 16, 2021, Nicole Boyd filed for child custody of their son Phoenix Wolf but did not file for divorce from Bam Margera.

May 17, 2022: Completion of sobriety treatment

On May 17, 2022, Bam Margera announced that he had completed one year of sobriety treatment.

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.

February 15, 2023: Legal separation filing

On February 15, 2023, Nicole Boyd filed for legal separation from Bam Margera and spousal support, citing irreconcilable differences.

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.

May 26, 2023: Request to dismiss divorce case

On May 26, 2023, it was reported that Bam Margera wants a judge to dismiss his divorce with his wife Nikki, because she is not allowing him to see their son.

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.

July 2023: Started dating Dannii Marie

In July 2023, Bam Margera started dating model Dannii Marie.

October 2023: Engagement to Dannii Marie

In October 2023, Bam Margera proposed to Dannii Marie.

May 28, 2024: Marriage to Dannii Marie

On May 28, 2024, Bam Margera and Dannii Marie were officially married.

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.