Biography
Evel Knievel was a motorcycle stuntman who became an American icon for his death-defying jumps.
Early Start
Knievel was a troublemaker who found his calling in motorcycle stunts. He broke 433 bones during his career.
Challenges Overcome
Knievel survived countless crashes and near-death experiences, always returning to jump again.
Key Achievements
- Jumped 14 Greyhound buses
- Attempted Snake River Canyon jump
- Guinness record for broken bones
- American cultural icon
Why They Inspire Us
Knievel shows that courage means getting back up after every fall.
"I really wanted to fly through the air. I was a daredevil, a performer."