Dan Goodwin

Birthday November 7, 1955

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Maine

Age 68 years old

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About

Climber from Maine known for his ascents of some of the most famous skyscrapers in the world. He has scaled the John Hancock Center, Renaissance Tower, and World Trade Center among others.

Before Fame

His first successful building climb was of Chicago's Sears Tower in 1981, then the tallest building in the world.

Trivia

He has also ventured into rock climbing, breaking with the sport's tradition by not using a rope.

Family Life

He taped an American flag to the Sears Tower in honor of his father.

Associated With

He and Philippe Petit are both famous climbers of skyscrapers.