History of Ryan Dunn in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 15, 2026

Ryan Dunn was an American stunt performer, television personality, and actor best known for his role in the MTV reality stunt show *Jackass* and its associated films. He was a prominent member of the *Jackass* crew, participating in dangerous and often outrageous stunts. Dunn's career was primarily built on his involvement with *Jackass*, making him a recognizable figure in pop culture and entertainment.

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June 11, 1977: Ryan Dunn's Birth

On June 11, 1977, Ryan Matthew Dunn was born. He later became known as an American stunt performer, television personality, and actor.

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2002: Start of Relationship with Angie Cuturic

From 2002, Ryan Dunn was in a long-term relationship with Angie Cuturic. She had a part in Margera's directorial debut Haggard: The Movie and later Minghags.

2005: DUI Charge

In 2005, Ryan Dunn was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. He entered a first-offender program that allowed him to clear his record after a period of good behavior.

2006: Shoulder Injury During Jackass Number Two Filming

During the shooting of closing scenes for Jackass Number Two in 2006, Ryan Dunn injured his shoulder. The injury led to a blood clot and depression, causing him to cut off contact with friends and co-workers for nearly two years.

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2006: Participation in Gumball 3000

In 2006, Ryan Dunn and Bam Margera participated in the Gumball 3000 road rally. They drove Margera's Lamborghini Gallardo during the rally.

March 20, 2007: Release of "The Dunn and Vito Rock Tour" DVD

On March 20, 2007, the DVD for "The Dunn and Vito Rock Tour" was released. Ryan Dunn went on tour with Don Vito for the event.

December 2, 2008: Announcement of "Where the F*%# Are My Ancestors" filming

On December 2, 2008, Bam Margera stated in a radio interview that he and Ryan Dunn would be going to Italy to film "Where the F*%# Are My Ancestors."

December 2008: Appearance on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

In December 2008, Ryan Dunn appeared on the "Smut" episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.

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2008: Participation in Gumball 3000

In 2008, Ryan Dunn and Bam Margera again participated in the Gumball 3000 road rally.

2009: Release of Street Dreams

In the spring of 2009, the movie Street Dreams, in which Ryan Dunn co-starred with Rob Dyrdek and Paul Rodriguez Jr., was released.

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October 15, 2010: Release of Jackass 3D

On October 15, 2010, Jackass 3D, featuring Ryan Dunn, was released.

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June 14, 2011: Premiere of Proving Ground

On June 14, 2011, G4's Proving Ground, co-hosted by Ryan Dunn and Jessica Chobot, premiered. The airing of further episodes was postponed after Ryan Dunn's death.

June 20, 2011: Ryan Dunn's Death

On June 20, 2011, Ryan Dunn passed away. He was known for his work in Jackass as a stunt performer, television personality, and actor.

July 19, 2011: G4 to Air Remaining Episodes of Proving Ground

On June 27, 2011, G4 announced that they would air the remaining episodes of Proving Ground starting on July 19, 2011, after Ryan Dunn's death.

November 28, 2011: MTV Airs Tribute to Ryan Dunn

On November 28, 2011, MTV aired an hour-long tribute to Ryan Dunn. It revealed details of his life previously unknown to the public and featured never-before-seen stunts.

2011: Top Trending Google Search

Following his death in 2011, Ryan Dunn came in at number three in top trending searches of 2011 on Google's Zeitgeist report.

2011: Ryan Dunn's Death in Car Crash

In 2011, Ryan Dunn died in a car crash at the age of 34. He was driving under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident.

2013: Release of The Bates Haunting

In 2013, the film Welcome to the Bates Motel, which Ryan Dunn was working on at the time of his death, was released under the new name, The Bates Haunting.