Bam Margera’s Sobriety Journey: Skateboarding as His Lifeline

Bam Margera, the former MTV star best known for his role in “Jackass” and “Viva La Bam,” has undergone a dramatic transformation in his life, finding salvation through skateboarding. Once a prominent figure in the world of extreme sports, Margera faced an uphill battle with substance abuse for most of his adult life, leading to 13 rehabilitation stays. Now, after over two years of sobriety, he credits skateboarding with helping him maintain his recovery. Margera’s journey has been anything but easy. After the untimely death of his co-star Ryan Dunn in 2011, he descended into a deep spiral of addiction, losing hope in skating and even missing out on the chance to be included in a major video game reboot. However, a renewed commitment to his craft and a desire for a better life have led him back to the skateboard. Margera’s current lifestyle is a testament to his resilience, as he faces the daily challenges of relearning tricks and overcoming physical setbacks. For him, skate,