Bam Margera is an American actor, producer, stuntman, and former professional skateboarder with an estimated net worth of $1 million. Best known for his role in MTV’s Jackass series, Margera gained fame for his extreme stunts and wild antics, which made him a beloved and iconic figure in the early 2000s.
Despite his rise to fame, Margera has faced personal struggles, including battles with addiction, which have affected his career and finances.
Early Life and Skateboarding Beginnings
Bam Margera, born Brandon Cole Margera on September 28, 1979, in West Chester, Pennsylvania, received his nickname from his grandfather due to his tendency to run into walls as a child.
He later became known simply as “Bam.” Margera attended West Chester East High School before dropping out in his junior year and earning his GED later on.
His skateboarding career began in 1997, when he was sponsored by Toy Machine Skateboards. In 2001, he joined Team Element, becoming part of the professional skateboarding scene.
However, by 2016, he had retired from competitive skateboarding. Margera still skates casually but no longer holds major sponsorships.
His skateboarding background and amateur videos led to his involvement in the CKY video series, which was an early indicator of his future fame.
Breakthrough in Television and Film
Bam Margera’s career took off when his CKY videos caught the attention of Jeff Tremaine, the editor of Big Brother magazine. Tremaine brought Margera onto the MTV show Jackass, which became an overnight sensation.
Margera’s outrageous stunts and eccentric personality made him one of the show’s most beloved cast members.
He appeared in every season of Jackass from 2000 to 2002 and in all subsequent Jackass films, including Jackass: The Movie (2002), Jackass Number Two (2006), and Jackass 3D (2010).
Margera also starred in his own MTV shows, Viva La Bam (2003–2005) and Bam’s Unholy Union (2007), which focused on his stunts and personal life, including his relationships and his wedding preparations.
Other Projects and Ventures
In addition to his work on Jackass and his own shows, Bam Margera has been involved in several other projects.
He appeared in the skateboarding film Grind (2003) and also worked on independent films like Haggard (2003) and Minghags (2008), which he wrote, produced, and starred in.
He even ventured into the music industry with his label Filthy Note Records, and directed music videos for bands like Clutch and Turbonegro.
Margera also hosted the radio show Radio Bam on Sirius Satellite Radio from 2004 to 2013. His interests span across various forms of media and entertainment, which helped him diversify his career and income sources.
Personal Struggles and Rehab
Despite his early success, Bam Margera’s life has been marked by struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction.
He has entered and exited rehabilitation centers multiple times, and in 2019, his family had him involuntarily committed due to concerns over his mental health.
These personal challenges have had an impact on his career and finances, contributing to a decline in his public visibility in recent years.
Real Estate and Other Assets
Margera has invested in real estate, most notably purchasing a 14-acre property in West Chester, Pennsylvania, in 2004 for $1.195 million. He developed the property into a personal compound, “Castle Bam,” which became a prominent location for his MTV shows.
The property includes a skatepark, BMX track, music stage, and more. He has also made the property available for Airbnb rentals and parties, further generating income.
Personal Life
Bam Margera’s personal life has been widely publicized. He was previously married to Melissa “Missy” Rothstein, with whom he was engaged for several years. Their wedding and relationship were featured in Bam’s Unholy Union.
They divorced in 2012. In 2013, Margera married Nicole “Nikki” Boyd in Iceland, and they have one son, born in December 2017.
However, in May 2023, Nikki filed for divorce, seeking physical and legal custody of their child and child support.
