Ryan Dunn: The Tragic Death of the Jackass Star | Dead Famous

Ryan Dunn was one of the most fearless and beloved stars of Jackass, famous for his outrageous stunts, quick wit and close friendship with Bam Margera. But behind the laughter was a life that would end in tragedy.

In this episode of Dead Famous, we explore Ryan Dunn's life from his childhood in Pennsylvania and his rise through the CKY skateboarding scene, to the global success of Jackass and the events leading up to the devastating car crash that claimed his life in 2011.

We'll examine the final hours before the crash, the investigation that followed, the role alcohol and speed played, and the lasting impact his death had on his family, friends and the Jackass cast. We'll also look at the tributes that poured in from Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Bam Margera and others who knew him best.

This is the extraordinary life and heartbreaking death of Ryan Dunn.

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Research and writing - Elliott Caddy

Theme music arranged and composed by Holly-Jane Shears

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