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About
Punk skater who's known for his idiosyncratic tricks and his modeling gigs for high-end labels like Balenciaga. He's also known for his appearance at Kanye West's DONDA 2 listening party alongside his longtime friend Playboi Carti. Lastly, he's popular for his distinctive liberty spikes.
Before Fame
He began skateboarding at his local skate club at the age of 11.
Trivia
His nickname Bam Margiela references his childhood skateboarding icon Bam Margera.
Family Life
His birth name is Erik Arteaga. His father left at an early age, so his mother was constantly working to support the family on her own. In an interview he said, "I didn't have a role model. The only thing I had was literally my skateboard."
Associated With
In his sneaker collection, he kept a pair that Virgil Abloh had gifted him years before his passing.
