History of Steve-O in Timeline

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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June 13, 1974: Steve-O's Birth

On June 13, 1974, Stephen Gilchrist Glover, famously known as Steve-O, was born in Wimbledon, London.

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1997: Clown College Graduation

In 1997, Steve-O graduated from the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College. After graduating he was not selected to join the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, but worked as a clown in a circus at the Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop flea market.

2001: Don't Try This at Home DVD release

In 2001, Steve-O released Don't Try This at Home on DVD, which contained material MTV censored. It sold 140,000 copies.

July 11, 2002: Houma Nightclub Performance

On July 11, 2002, Steve-O performed at a nightclub in Houma, Louisiana, where he stapled his scrotum to his leg.

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.

2002: Jackass: The Movie release

In 2002, Jackass: The Movie was released.

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.

May 27, 2003: Release From Jail in Sweden

On May 27, 2003, Steve-O was released from jail in Sweden after paying a fine and reaching a deal with the Swedish prosecutors.

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.

2005: Sneaux Spokesperson

In 2005, Steve-O became the spokesperson for the Sneaux brand of footwear, appearing in television commercials that included his trademark stunts.

March 27, 2006: Visit to The Dean Blundell Show

On March 27, 2006, Steve-O and Chris Pontius visited The Dean Blundell Show to promote their tour where Steve-O urinated on the floor and performed "Unwrapping the Mummy".

April 2006: Lawsuit Against Manager and Attorney

In April 2006, Steve-O sued his manager and attorney, accusing them of lying to him to fund their lavish lifestyles.

July 18, 2006: Joins Love Island

On July 18, 2006, Steve-O became a late contestant on the British reality show Love Island.

July 19, 2006: Leaves Love Island

On July 19, 2006, Steve-O abruptly left Love Island because he was not allowed beer which he had requested.

November 2006: Drug Binge after Misdiagnosis

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

2006: Jackass Number Two release

In 2006, Jackass Number Two was released.

2007: Jackass 2.5 release

In 2007, Jackass 2.5 was released direct-to-video.

2007: Dr. Steve-O Premiere

In 2007, Steve-O starred in his own television show called Dr. Steve-O on the USA Network.

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.

February 25, 2008: The Howard Stern Show Appearance

On February 25, 2008, Steve-O appeared on The Howard Stern Show to promote his upcoming rap album Hard as a Rock.

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 2009: Dancing with the Stars Appearance

In March 2009, Steve-O appeared on Dancing with the Stars paired with Lacey Schwimmer and was eventually eliminated in the sixth week due to back injuries.

May 3, 2009: Steve-O: Demise and Rise Documentary Premiere

On May 3, 2009, MTV premiered a documentary titled Steve-O: Demise and Rise about how his life was affected by the use of drugs and alcohol.

January 25, 2010: Jackass 3D Production Begins

On January 25, 2010, production began for Jackass 3D.

May 2010: Steve-O's Sobriety

In May 2010, Knoxville stated that Steve-O's sobriety is at its best and "There is no beer on set this time around even if some of us wish there was".

October 2010: Jackass 3D Released

In October 2010, Jackass 3D was released.

November 2010: Steve-O's Entirely Too Much Information Tour

In November 2010, Steve-O began touring the United States performing stand-up comedy on what he called "Steve-O's Entirely Too Much Information Tour".

2010: Jackass 3D release

In 2010, Jackass 3D was released.

2010: Jackass 3D Release and Howard Stern Appearance

In 2010, when Jackass 3D was released, Steve-O appeared on The Howard Stern Show and lit himself on fire while promoting the movie.

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.

April 2011: Jackass 3.5 Release

In April 2011, Steve-O appeared in Jackass 3.5.

May 2011: Stand-Up Show in Australia

In May 2011, Steve-O took his stand-up show to Australia, playing shows in all the major cities.

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.

October 3, 2011: Hosting Killer Karaoke

On October 3, 2011, it was announced that Steve-O would host truTV's new reality game show Killer Karaoke, the American version of the British show Sing If You Can.

2011: Jackass 3.5 release

In 2011, Jackass 3.5 was released direct-to-video.

2013: Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa release

In 2013, Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa was released and became a box office hit.

March 9, 2018: 10 Years of Sobriety

On March 9, 2018, Steve-O celebrated 10 years of sobriety.

March 19, 2020: Steve-O's Wild Ride! Podcast Launch

On March 19, 2020, Steve-O launched his own podcast titled Steve-O's Wild Ride!, co-hosted by Scott Randolph and Paul Brisske.

July 18, 2020: Release of Gnarly Comedy Special

On July 18, 2020, Steve-O's second stand-up comedy special, Gnarly, was released on his website and featured the reunion of the entire Jackass cast after Ryan Dunn's death.

August 2020: Appearance on Grey Area

In August 2020, Steve-O appeared on the VENN Network with Sasha Grey on her show Grey Area.

September 4, 2020: Guest House Film Release

On September 4, 2020, Steve-O starred in a supporting role in the film Guest House.

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.