Jackass Star Bam Margera: On the Brink of Losing His Legs to Alcohol
Bam Margera's Shocking Confession: "I Nearly Lost My Legs Due to Booze Abuse"
In a jaw-dropping revelation, Jackass star Bam Margera has bravely shared his harrowing struggle with alcohol addiction, revealing that he nearly lost his legs due to years of excessive drinking.
The 45-year-old skateboarding legend, born Brandon Cole Margera, opened up about his tumultuous past at an event for the new Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 video game. The event marked a major milestone in Margera's recovery journey, as he celebrated his newfound sobriety and rekindled his passion for skateboarding.
Margera's candid confession comes after years of battling addiction, legal troubles, and public breakdowns. In 2021, he was fired from Jackass Forever following a Wellness Agreement violation. Since then, the troubled star has faced numerous arrests, including two incidents in quick succession – one involving a domestic dispute with his girlfriend, and another for causing a drunken scene at a Burbank restaurant where his estranged wife, Nicole Boyd, and their son Phoenix were dining.
After serving time in prison and completing short-term treatment, Margera has been working tirelessly to rebuild his life. His journey has been marked by highs and lows, including a surprise return to the spotlight in May when he walked the red carpet for the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 launch party, looking healthy, happy, and back in action.
In an exclusive interview with TMZ, Margera revealed that his legs were in a state of disrepair due to years of heavy drinking. "I was feeling like Elvis Presley from my '68 Comeback Special," he quipped. "I got lost for a little while, and I didn't skate for 10 years. And then I realized what made me happy? What got me to where I was then? It was skateboarding!"
Margera credits his wife, Dannii Marie – a stretch coach – with helping him regain the health of his legs. "In 2013, the doctor said they were dry-rotted rubber bands from alcohol abuse," he recalled. "But now they're back to 100%. I'm skating again. My passion's back, and I know that if I just focus on skateboarding, then everything else comes along with it."
The courtship between Margera and Dannii Marie has been nothing short of romantic. The couple made their red-carpet debut at the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 launch party, where they looked smitten as they posed for photos together.
Despite his troubled past, Margera is determined to stay on the path of recovery. In September, he told The Scholarly Note.com that he was "back on the road to my successful career and wonderful life with my wife." His lawyer, Michael T. van der Veen, added, "He has passed all drug and alcohol screenings for over a year and is interested in getting better and getting this case behind him."
Margera's legal troubles have been well-documented. In September, he pleaded guilty to two counts of disorderly conduct and was sentenced to six months' probation, with terms including random drug testing and mental health treatment.
In an interview with The Scholarly Note.com that same month, Margera reflected on his journey, saying, "With the path I was on with alcohol and drugs, I needed to hit some rock bottom to turn things around." He added, "It is a blessing in disguise."
The charges stemmed from a string of incidents in 2023, including an alleged physical altercation with his brother Jess. Jess testified that Bam had punched him repeatedly and threatened multiple family members.
Margera has been open about his struggles with addiction, which began as early as 2009. His shocking confession serves as a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, even for those who have hit rock bottom.
As Margera continues to rebuild his life and reignite his passion for skateboarding, fans are left wondering what's next for the troubled star. One thing is certain – with his newfound sobriety and commitment to his well-being, Bam Margera is poised for a comeback that will leave everyone talking.
