Bam Margera is an American professional skateboarder, television personality, and filmmaker best known for his role in the MTV series Jackass and its spin-off Viva La Bam. Born Brandon Cole Margera on September 28, 1979, in West Chester, Pennsylvania, he became widely recognized in the early 2000s for his skateboarding, stunt performances, pranks, and energetic personality. He also directed and appeared in several Jackass films and worked on other projects, including Haggard and Minghags. Over the years, Margera has faced significant personal and legal challenges that have affected his career and public life, while he has continued to remain a recognizable figure in skateboarding and entertainment.