Challenges Faced by Steve-O: Obstacles and Turning Points

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 6, 2025

Resilience and perseverance in the journey of Steve-O. A timeline of obstacles and growth.

Stephen Gilchrist Glover, famously known as Steve-O, gained prominence as a stunt performer and comedian through his involvement in the Jackass franchise, including the original TV series and subsequent films like *Jackass: The Movie*, *Jackass Number Two*, *Jackass 3D*, and *Jackass Forever*. He also starred in the spin-off series *Wildboyz* and *Dr. Steve-O*. Steve-O's career revolves around performing dangerous and often shocking stunts, solidifying his presence in reality television and entertainment.

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

July 31, 2002: Steve-O's Arrest in Louisiana

On July 31, 2002, Steve-O was arrested on obscenity and assault charges for stapling his scrotum to his leg, and for being a principal to a second-degree battery.

March 2003: Steve-O's Deal with Louisiana Prosecutors

In March 2003, Steve-O made a deal with Louisiana prosecutors placing him on supervised probation for one year, requiring him to make a charitable donation of $5,000 to a shelter for battered women and children and forbidding him from ever performing in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana again.

May 22, 2003: Arrest in Sweden

On May 22, 2003, Steve-O was arrested and jailed in Sweden for swallowing a condom containing cannabis to get it past authorities while flying on a plane.

July 19, 2003: Arrest in Pennsylvania

On July 19, 2003, Steve-O was arrested on charges of disorderly conduct for urinating on potato chips in public during a Lollapalooza tour concert in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania.

November 2006: Drug Binge after Misdiagnosis

In November 2006, Steve-O went on a drug binge after being misdiagnosed with cardiomyopathy.

February 23, 2008: Jackass MTV 24 Hour Takeover

On February 23, 2008, Steve-O joined the rest of the Jackass crew for the Jackass MTV 24 Hour Takeover, where he was eventually kicked out of MTV studios for his behavior and intoxication.

March 9, 2008: Psychiatric Hold

On March 9, 2008, Steve-O was placed on a 72-hour psychiatric hold that was lengthened to 14 days due to an alleged suicide attempt after his friends became concerned about an email suggesting a possible suicide.

June 4, 2008: Guilty Plea for Cocaine Possession

On June 4, 2008, Steve-O pleaded guilty to felony possession of cocaine, avoiding jail by completing a treatment program.

March 27, 2011: Arrest at Calgary International Airport

On March 27, 2011, Steve-O was arrested at Calgary International Airport on outstanding charges stemming from a 2003 incident.

September 13, 2011: Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen

On September 13, 2011, Steve-O made a joke during the Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen that he later apologized for and requested to be removed. He also attempted a stunt with Mike Tyson, resulting in a broken nose. During the taping of the roast, Steve-O claimed to be sober for three and a half years and was visibly upset by a joke about Ryan Dunn's death.

December 15, 2020: Hospitalization During Jackass Forever Production

On December 15, 2020, it was publicly announced that both Johnny Knoxville and Steve-O were hospitalized due to injuries sustained on the set of Jackass Forever. Steve-O broke his collarbone during filming.