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Birth name | Jakel Johnson |
Nickname | Boo Johnson |
Born | Tehachapi, California, U.S.A | 1 February 1993
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Country | USA |
Sport | Skateboarding |
Boo Johnson (born Jakel Johnson, February 1, 1993) is an American goofy-footed skateboarder and skate company owner, recognized for his style and positive attitude. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10]
Johnson turned pro at the age of 23, in 2016. [11]
Skate Video Parts | Year |
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The Berrics – Trickipedia [12] | 2008 |
Supra – Three Amigos Texas Tour [13] | 2011 |
DGK – Blood Money [14] | 2014 |
We Are Blood - by Ty Evans | 2015 |
DGK – Saved | 2017 |
DGK – Beware of the Underdogs | 2018 |
Johnson owns Pharmacy Long Beach, a skate shop in Long Beach, CA. [11]
Johnson owns his own clothing company, Just Have Fun, founded in 2016. [11] [4]
Johnson takes inspiration from people who inspire others, namely: Bob Marley, David Goggins, Alan Watts, Will Smith, and others. [11]
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