Tony Hawk is one of the most well-known and influential skateboarders of all time, and with a monumentally popular video game series that peaked in the late 90s, Hawk was a household name and a cultural icon in league with the biggest sports stars of the era.
But would you recognize Hawk if he passed you at the grocery store? As it turns out, many people still remember the name “Tony Hawk,” but can’t quite pick him out of a lineup, as evidenced by Hawk’s long list of hilarious interactions with the public that he often shares on Twitter.
TSA agent (checking my ID): "Hawk, like that skateboarder Tony Hawk!"
Me: exactly
Her: "Cool, I wonder what he's up to these days"
Me: this— Tony Hawk (@tonyhawk) March 21, 2017
Hawk’s latest story is amazing. While going to get a COVID-19 test with his family, Hawk confirmed to a curious worker that yes, he is indeed related to Tony Hawk.
at a Covid testing site (wearing masks), handing over paperwork for me & two of my kids:
woman looking over papers: "okay… Anthony, Keegan and Kadence… Hawk? Are you guys related to Tony Hawk?"
me: yes
her: "Are you pulling my leg?"
me: no, we are all directly related to him— Tony Hawk (@tonyhawk) December 31, 2020
