He won a medal at the X Games in every year from 1995 through 2009, with the exception of 2006. Mirra held the record for most X Games medals in BMX Freestyle, and medalled in every X Games from when they started in 1995 up to 2009. It's also a victory that awards no prize money or bonuses. Allen Thomas, the mayor of Greenville, called Mirra "a great friend and wonderful human being". He rode and was sponsored by Haro Bikes from the mid 1990s until starting his own bike company. Mirra and his wife, Lauren, had two daughters. On February 4, 2016, Mirra died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound in Greenville, North Carolina. He was also sponsored by GT Bicycles through 1991, and then joined Hoffman Bikes in 1992. Op 41-jarige leeftijd maakte hij een einde aan zijn leven. [11], Mirra's success took him to numerous outlets besides riding his bike, such as hosting two seasons of MTV's Real World/Road Rules Challenge. Just before his death, the former MTV host was visiting with his friends, Kristen Hunter of the Greenville Police Department told PEOPLE. In 2007, Mirra started his own bike company, called MirraCo. What began as a way to pass time became the BMX biker's road to fame and wealth when Mirra turned pro at seventeen. Mirra's daughters help wheel his bike after completing the Race Across America. He retired from BMX racing in 2011. Video producers Plywood Hoods featured him in their videos in 1988. He had a career-best fourth place finish during the 2013 Global RallyCross Championship. Family and friends as well as fans around the world are grieving the loss of Dave Mirra. 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Greenville Mayor Allen Thomas and Greenville Police Chief Mark Holtzman spoke at a Friday morning press conference. [9] Mirra contracted bacterial meningitis in 2010. Early life. [21], Mirra's wife chose to support several charitable causes in her late husband's memory including CTE research, Road 2 Recovery Foundation, and More Than Sport. Instagram. Mirra’s agent, Steve Astephen, issued a statement on behalf of his family on Friday, one day following the BMX legend’s suicide. He explained that they talked and laughed, and Mirra had exciting things planned for the kids in Greenville. But it really wasn't hard to ride my bike for five days. Dave Mirra was a successful BMX rider who also competed in rallycross racing, and he held the record for most X Games medals in BMX Freestyle. Dymond, a former AMA Motocross and Supermoto champion, had an unplanned root canal the day before the start. Mirra's daughters help wheel his bike after completing the Race Across America. [10] His 14 gold medals are second-most to Shaun White. He had reportedly been visiting friends in the area. Learn more, Knuckle Huck Highlights: Marcus Kleveland, Best of Snowboarding: X Games Norway 2020, Max Parrot wins Monster Energy Men's Snowboard Slopestyle, X Games Trick Tips: Nyjah Huston Frontside Crooks, X Games Trick Tips: Nyjah Huston 360 Flip. His 14 gold medals are second-most to Shaun White. [18] He had reportedly been visiting friends in the area. Greenville is now home to over twenty professional BMX riders. In the mid 2000s, Mirra signed an endorsement deal with DC Shoes. David Michael Mirra (April 4, 1974 – February 4, 2016) was an American BMX rider who later competed in rallycross racing. [8] In 2005, Mirra won the Best Male Action Sports Athlete ESPY Award. [8] He was also sponsored by GT Bicycles through 1991, and then joined Hoffman Bikes in 1992 before re-signing with Haro in 1994. Mirra and family. Dave Mirra's family has released a statement on the death through his longtime family friend and agent Steve Astephen. [8] Mirra became interested in Ironman competitions, competing in his first triathlon in March 2013. These 10 Whopping Homes & Cars Of Celebrities Look Amazing! [13] He published a photo-biography titled "Mirra Images",[14] and was once one of People Magazine's "50 Hottest Bachelors". The celebrity is married to Lauren Mirra, his starsign is Aries and he is now 46 years of age. And what, It’s no secret Hollywood, or acting in big movies in general, pays well. Mirra and Nyquist became quick friends and would build and ride ramps together. Deze pagina is voor het laatst bewerkt op 9 okt 2020 om 11:42. [1] He was inducted into the BMX Hall of Fame on June 11, 2016. In 2005, Mirra won the Best Male Action Sports Athlete ESPY Award. You didn't want to let down one of your teammates," said Bostrom. David Michael Mirra was born on the 4th April 1974, in Chittenango, New York USA, and was probably best known for being not only a professional BMX rider, but also a rallycross racing driver, who held the record with the most X Games titles – 24. "You gotta really want to do this," said Mirra at the finish line. He recovered before resuming rallying. Op 41-jarige leeftijd maakte hij een einde aan zijn leven. De tekst is beschikbaar onder de licentie. Greenville is now home to over twenty professional BMX riders. Hij zat op het California State Polytechnic University in Pomona. That's five days of freedom to disconnect yourself from the world. [15], On February 4, 2016, Mirra died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head in Greenville, North Carolina. Our hearts are absolutely broken for Dave Mirra's family. [9] He tied Tony Hawk and Joe Parsons as the fastest to reach 14 X Games medals. He is featured in the Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX video game series and more recently appeared in the 2009 video game Colin McRae: Dirt 2. Get push notifications with news, features and more. Dave Mirra has won more medals in the X Games (a yearly competition held for extreme sports athletes) than any other athlete. [9][12] He qualified for the 2014 Ironman 70.3 World Championship. In 2004, Dave Mirra was a 30-year-old pro BMX star. In 2007, Mirra started his own bike company, called MirraCo. He tied Tony Hawk and Joe Parsons as the fastest to reach 14 X Games medals. If you would like to opt out of browser push notifications, please refer to the following instructions specific to your device and browser: Dave Mirra's Family Speaks Out Following BMX Icon's Death: We Are 'Shocked and Saddened'. [5] He won 24 medals at the X Games which stood as a record until 2013. Now a professional mountain bike racer, Bostrom said the race was "incredibly tortuous.". "It was a death march to Annapolis. In 2004, Dave Mirra was a 30-year-old pro BMX star. Dave Mirra (Chittenango, New York, 4 april 1974 – Greenville, North Carolina, 4 februari 2016) was een Amerikaans PRO BMX'er en zakenman.Hij zat op het California State Polytechnic University in Pomona.Hij had ook het record van meeste X Games-medailles.Hij werd op 17-jarige leeftijd beroepssporter. [8] Mirra was two months short of his 42nd birthday. Your Facebook name, photo & other personal information you make public on Facebook will appear with your comment, and may be used on ESPN's media platforms. Mirra's daughters help wheel his bike after completing the Race Across America. [6] This gave Greenville the nickname "Protown" in the BMX community. Dave never intended to be a role model, but he became the face of the sport as his accomplishments grew and his engaging personality won the admiration of his fans, his peers, and the media. He recovered before resuming racing. Mirra was 41 years old. Very well. What began as a way to pass time became the BMX biker's road to fame and wealth when Mirra turned pro at seventeen. Hij werd op 17-jarige leeftijd beroepssporter. Brother of Private. [22], City officials in Greenville, North Carolina are working on plans to create an action sports park to honor Mirra's legacy. [15] In the mid 2000s, Mirra signed an endorsement deal with DC Shoes.