Just keep going.. I dont want to do it, but I dont have the privilege to not do it. Text HELP for help or STOP to opt out. As part of the infamousJackasscrew, Brandon appeared in the motion series box office hits with the mischievous pranksters and was catapulted to super stardom. So from a very young age, I could recognize the psychic change that takes place in an individual upon them ingesting a drink or a drug. From Yale or jail, the White House or the outhouse, the results are all the same. Its me. It wasnt like I continued to use and Im like, Ah, maybe I can achieve that one day. No. Im an alcoholic. Novak started skateboarding at 7 years old and was soon discovered by Tony Hawk. Everything in my life is a billion times better, even my skateboarding today at 42 years old. My sponsor would say, Theyre written in order for a reason. So I followed his timeline the same way he did it, and it worked for him. Brandon Novak remembers exactly what he owned when he was 35 and homeless. [citation needed] After his weekends were completed, Novak would spend six months on house arrest until eligible for release. His skills were discovered by skate legends Tony Hawk and Bucky Lasek when he was just a teenager. Terms and Privacy. I ask because so many in our audience are families with kids who are struggling with this. Brandon Novak first rose to fame as a world-renowned professional skateboarder. In all media appearances he encourages anyone who is struggling to reach out to him for help directly. Its me. Those were the only two things. But then I would receive a check for $10,000 for doing this appearance, and my bank account seems pretty manageable. Personally Im fine with it since its not like anyone else is sharing these stories. You were a child prodigy at skateboarding. So there really was a Dr. Jekyll, Mr. Hyde on top of the already Dr. Jekyll, Mr. Hyde which is the alcoholism or addiction. WebFormer professional skateboarder, TV stuntman and recovery advocate Brandon Novak joins Elizabeth Vargas to talk about how he went from a skateboarding prodigy and reality star to homeless. It had its grips in me. 20132014 Novak traveled around the world as the opening act for rock and roll band Fuckface Unstoppable. I understand its not a black and white, one-size-fits-all. So my story is my story. Margera stated on Radio Bam that Novak relapsed in March 2007 and was seeking treatment in a rehabilitation clinic. What establishment provided Its illegal for an establishment. He also had appearances in the Viva La Bam reality comedy series and the Jackass films. Dream Seller. In 2020, he finally achieved his dream of creating a pro-deck with The Heart Supply (ran by CEO and Founder of Element, Johnny Schillereff). Im the only one that fell victim of this. She stood on the other side of the door crying uncontrollably saying, Brandon, I will no longer allow you to live here and kill yourself on a daily basis. At the time, I thought, How dare this woman do this to me. Brandon Novak remembers exactly what he owned when he was 35 and homeless. He wrote a memori, Dreamseller, that became a New York times best We do. He is slated to release a third book in the coming year. He would be heavily intoxicated, known for coming out naked and spraying the crowd with wine. WebRemember Brandon Novak? Novak, along with co-author and CKY filmographer Joe Frantz, authored his first book, titled Dreamseller, which is based on his life and experiences with heroin in Baltimore. [15], He has also been featured on Howard Stern's Most Outrageous Moments for his appearance in a 2008 episode where he stripped naked and licked Richard Christy's anus for $280.[16]. He soon toured the country on the Powell-Peralta team, landed endorsement deals with Gatorade, and even starred in commercials with Michael Jordan at the young age of 15. Youve walked the walk. The show placed #68 on Entertainment Weekly's "New TV Classics" list. My mother is not. A lot of money. But I believed that. Biography He was born on December 10, 1978, in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. WebBrandon rose to fame at a young age as a professional skateboarder with the renowned Powell-Peralta team. WebBrandon Novak had become a pro-skateboarder by the age of 16. You were very good at it. He even provides his personal cellphone number to audiences for anyone who needs help. 2022 Brandon Novak. He also shares where he is now: celebrating six years of recovery and spreading hope to others who are struggling. To at the end, praying to God to receive that phone call that I had passed just so she could finally have a piece of mind. Although he appeared to have it all, behind the scenes, Brandon Novaks life was falling apart from a heroin addiction. Your mom was desperate. Brandons story, however, took a dark turn, leading him to the depths of despair as a result of an addiction to heroin. Well, these are like Im doing appearances in night clubs. "As a skateboarder, I was fixated on testing myboundaries, but this was my way of fooling myselfinto feeling in control. His transformation is amazing. Its not a black and white. The reality is why me, why me, it's like why the fuck not me? I always liked Novak. Learn what to listen for and and how to respond productively. So as long as the home was big enough, the car was new enough, the account was high enough, the woman was pretty enough, you told me or complimented on those things, then I had to be doing well. That band is Fuckface unstoppable lol. Because certainly theyre noticing that youre under the influence almost all the time. She created healthy boundaries, and set guidelines to our relationships. He has authored theNew York Timesbestselling memoirDreamseller,as well as the first-ever addiction graphic novelThe Brandon Novak Chronicles.These days Brandon travels the country speaking to government officials, community residents, at risk youth, and prisoners. It was shown in more than 40 US markets and garnered more than 4.5 million views inspiring countless individuals to reach out for help.[51]. Nor will they, and I dont wish this on my worst enemy. I can see this from both sides, but your mother actually said she went to a priest and said, I pray to God to cure him, kill him, or kill me because I cant take it anymore.. When I read about your story and listen to you talk about your story, youre one of those people where Im sure youve had people say, Thank God youre alive. You learned the lesson the hard way. He even starred in a Gatorade commercial next to Michael Jordan. You touched on some of my issues with him, but also pointed out others that now seem glaringly obvious: he was a habitual liar (addict) for years, saying anything to get what he wanted. Prior to sobriety, again, underestimating and undermining the opponent that I was up against foolishly. Just not being ignorant to the facts, the change in behaviors. You refer to the success you had in life as a minor Thats an understatement. Im given this ultimatum you can go to treatment. "[42] He additionally went on Instagram Live while intoxicated, claiming his best friend and "life partner" Brandon Novak promised him a new car and Margera felt betrayed by him. I would save my face. He also had appearances in the Viva La Bam reality comedy series and the Jackass films. Yeah, no, that was definitely not about recovery. In February 2022, Brandon, alongside Manager Allison Rush and Julie Johnson, held the first-ever Novak's House gala in Boca Raton, Florida to raise money for sober living scholarships. He also shares where he is now: celebrating six years of recovery and spreading hope to others who are struggling. My mother showed up. He traveled the country with Tony Hawk and was the first pro skateboarder sponsored by Gatorade. Thanks to SAG-AFTRA and its members for their ongoing generosity and support of the organization and our cause. He climbed a really steep mountain and he wants to help other people do the same thing. MTV Celebrity, Best-Selling Author, Professional Skateboarder, Recovery Speaker WebBrandon Thomas Novak (born December 10, 1978) [2] is an American motivational speaker, author, and former professional skateboarder and "CKY crew" member. Beyond skateboarding professionally, Brandon Novak went on to star in movies and television shows including several of the Jackass movies, Viva la Bam, the CKY series, Bam's Unholy Union, and more. Press J to jump to the feed. Nor will they ever get it. You wouldnt change those dark days at the end when you were wondering the streets without any clothes or a place to stay? Brandon Novak, nicknamed The Dreamseller, is an American actor, stuntman, author, and skateboarder, who is best known for appearing in the Jackass films. WebBrandon Novak - Steve-O's Wild Ride! ADA Compliance. He appeared regularly on the SIRIUS Satellite Radio show Radio Bam. WebHe said he prides himself on being as accessible as possible. He's totally brought those same traits to his 'new self,' only in addition to Jackass/cKy fans, he's bilking addicts that are looking for help. Biography He was born on December 10, 1978, in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. He was discovered by Tony Hawk at a young age and was able to travel the world as a professional skateboarder. I always say sobriety has given me everything that drugs and alcohol ever promised me. Later on he starred in the movie Jackass. Its not even my role that I have to play. In retrospect what Im learned today with a gentleman who just celebrated six years of continuous sobriety, what Ive learned is that my life is lived forward and learn backwards. In 2018, Novak and Frantz released a graphic novel titled The Brandon Novak Chronicles: The Shocking True Addiction Stories of a Counter-Culture Icon. I hope he continues. All Rights Reserved. He even starred in a Gatorade commercial next to Michael Jordan. She got up, and she gave him a hug. I've heard from more than a few people that dealt with the guy that he's a fraud. [49], He starred in "Facing Addiction in America", a television special featuring celebrities who had been affected by addiction. Since getting sober, Brandon Novak has been sharing his story to help others do the same. WebBrandon Novak first rose to fame as a world-renowned professional skateboarder. When I was caught up in the throws of it, if you told me you loved me, I equate it to $10. [14] Performing as "Pill" Collins, a spoof of Phil Collins, he would sing "In The Air Tonight" to open the shows. I was a dreamseller. Parents or siblings or spouses or kids, theyre like, Well, why couldnt you stop? But again, Im married to my narrative. [18] He spent his 19th, 20th, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 32nd, 33rd, 34th, and 35th birthdays in a jail or treatment center. My mother. [31] On March 9, 2009, Novak appeared on Radio Bam and discussed getting out of the mental institution, his drug use, and the delusions that led to the problems.[32]. I was mortified. The only talent he had he gave up as a kid to become a full time addict. If half his book is bullshit, it still doesn't really matter. His initial sentence called for the first 30 weeks,[41] to be spent as weekend confinement at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility in Thornton, Pennsylvania. But you did go to rehab for the first time when you were 17 years old. He appears at events and speaking engagements to share his story. I knew it was going to. [21] Over the next 20 years, he went to rehab 13 times, was frequently arrested, overdosed over 4 times, stole from his friends and family, and prostituted himself to pay for drugs. I accept your apology, trust me. That wasnt my intentions. plus he caught a great dildo across the ass from a bazooka, was great at skiing down steps inside a house, taking a rocky punch, taking a ball to the face from a giant slingshot, belt sanders onto his head off a ramp, and sitting on a toilet going down a vert ramp while reading a newspaper- as well as the recovery from heroin and helping addicts- the exaggerations in his book seem irrelevant- it's almost like people wish he was still that wasted mess because that's what we knew him as- instead of the well spoken jerry falwell vibed guy that he is now. Fatal disease. 2022 Brandon Novak. Brandon is always interested in using his story to help others find sobriety. I remember the first time I shot heroin, but the rest of it I dont remember because it wasnt like I had that aha moment as soon as I did it I got this yearning of like, I have now found the reason for which I will jump out of bed every morning with the lust of life. I dont even remember it. People from the publishing company. I change when things are unbearable. The event raised nearly $70,000 and was featured on WPTV-TV,[52] Yahoo! I came from better. Now that could never be any further from the truth. That paired with the fact that Im too smart for my own good, and I would continuously think myself out of any sensible decision that I was about to make that was going to have a positive impact on my life. It's out there. But that was the beginning of the best that she did for me. Brandon got his first skateboard at age seven. But when Rome didnt come home to make dinner at 5:30 and we heard his keys hit the lock around 3:00, 3:30, we shook like leaves because we knew what we were in for. I listened to some of his stories on radio bam recently and its insane the complete turn around hes made. Yeah. So at 16 the disconnection from reality and/or abnormality had already taken place, and I was so far gone and just so ill equipped to see how bad of a position I was in. [37], Prior to achieving sobriety, Novak had a long history in and out of the legal system. [43] In further posts, alluding to the financial support he provided Novak for rehab attempts, he says, "If you fucking faggots don't think I fixed Novak then tell that to the 150,000.00 I have spent on fixing him! He was pretty far gone with the heroin. Discovered by Tony Hawk, he was the first pro skater to ever be endorsed by Gatorade, starring in commercials alongside Michael Jordan - https://youtu.be/5R4X06PHPZY See Steve-O On Tour! He showed up. Plus was he ever a millionaire. If justice was due, Id be dead years ago hence me being on borrowed time. Ultimately I dumbed my way into this. Like that, Im given this ultimatum. WebBrandon Novak had become a pro-skateboarder by the age of 16. Heart of the Matter with Elizabeth Vargas, gives guests the opportunity to share their personal, candid stories about addiction. Brandon Novak appears to have moved up in the world once again and is now dating 31-year-old Chicago-native heiress and socialite Julie Johnson (ex-girlfriend of Matthew Pritzker, heir to Hyatt Hotels and Illinois Governor candidate Dan Proft) who he is throwing a fundraiser with in Boca Raton, FL. I remember for 12 to 15 years a recurring dream that I would have at night was when I was in one of my first treatment centers. Its a disease that has taken over. Yeah he's always acting like he was some super famous guy. But during all those years when you still got work, youre being flown around the world to do stuff. Obviously times change. It worked for me, and this is my story. But what you just said, youre stealing your own addiction memoir and selling it for drugs to feed your addiction. Look it up, it's not my claim. It still dictated and kind of controlled my life in certain aspects and more so than not. As many times as I hurt him, I took advantage of him, I lied to him, I stole from him, he always lent a hand. No he was a dumbass addict they brought along for a laugh. Again, my disease is centered in my perception, and they taught me in treatment if I changed my perspective, I can change my world. December 18, 2021 by . All rights reserved. When I say she never gave up on me, she did not love me to death. He uses his brief association with Jackass to get on media outlets and then lies about his credentials in order to get that stupid number he always pushes, out to more unsuspecting addicts. Its a family disease first of all because it really is. So I remember we were filming that, theyd have to rent literally an extra hotel room to store all the cases of beer. Novak went through his story out on the Lakeside Renovation and Design Weather Deck. Sports[53] and ESPN. I underestimated the severity and the reality of my situation time after time. So its kind of already that world of bars, night clubs deal. It is great to have you. Video parts werent being produced because simple things like that required me to have conversations that consists of words like honest, reliable, and dependable. Your history does not have dictate your future, and as long as youre breathing its never too late.. The music video opens with Novak intoxicated on the phone and ends with a naked Novak being dragged out of a building. My employers. Anyone that crossed my path worked hard for my seat. [12] The night prior he had brought back girls to his hotel room and sometime in the night had thrown his clothes off the balcony. Brandon Novak, welcome to Heart of the Matter. His skills were discovered by skate legends Tony Hawk and Bucky Lasek when he was just a teenager. In saving my ass, somewhere along the line my ass and my face correlated. Our loved ones may already be expressing a willingness to get help. I sit here and I stand by my belief that I believe that I was one of those few that was genetically predisposed. On the December 17, 2007 episode of Radio Bam, it was announced that the movie may be completed in the near future with Bam Margera starring as Novak in the film. - Podcast 1.55M subscribers 666K views 1 year ago Wild Ride! He even starred in a Gatorade commercial next to Michael Jordan. He even starred in a Gatorade commercial next to Michael Jordan. You actually at one point wrote a book about your recovery, and-. He looks and sounds better now than 15 years ago. This website is for informational purposes only. And as a reminder, if you need help with a loved one who is struggling with substance use, you can text 55753 or visit drugfree.org. He has appeared on broadcasts nationally. Web2.8M views 1 year ago A clip from Steve-O's Wild Ride! Whats your mom telling you? Im an alcoholic. It was like, Dont call me unless you want to go to treatment. I had lost the privilege to have a say so in the matter. It was just business. But as all good things come to an end, that happened because the reality was I go to these meetings and I hear people say this thing like, My worst day sober is better than my best day loaded. Im like, I feel really bad for you because I personally have had some of the best times of my life getting loaded. I did. Youre appearing on a TV show. You were in several blockbuster movies. I went from possessing that job that consisted of knowing everything to coming to the realization that what I do know is that I dont know. Tomorrow will be different. People around you were desperate. I stole two. He also shares where he is now: celebrating six years of recovery and spreading hope to others who are struggling. Its just terrible. I wanted to go home. Heart of the Matter, a Podcast Hosted by Elizabeth Vargas, Natural Consequences Encourage Behavior Change, Get One-on-One Help to Address Your Childs Substance Use. You went on after that to continue despite it all. But needless to say the publisher ripped up the contract for the three book deal, completely washed his hands of me. I dont want to die. After many attempts to put his substance abuse behind him, Brandon was finally able to break free from the grip of his addiction in 2015. Because my father was a great guy. Along the way, Brandon Novak also become an MTV celebrity. Webbrandon novak gatorade brandon novak gatorade. Biography He was born on December 10, 1978, in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Career [ edit] Professional skateboarding [ edit] The music video contains videos of Novak pre-sobriety. That she did not do. So ultimately its really tough for me to kind of give a generalized statement to the masses because god knows I wouldnt wish this on my worst enemy. But I would really start by going to Al Anon, creating boundaries. I was on live television. He soon toured the country on the Powell-Peralta team, landed endorsement deals with Gatorade, and even starred in commercials with Michael Jordan at the young - Podcast 1.55M subscribers 666K views 1 year ago Wild Ride! All over the United States. You can save your life, continue to ride for Powell-Peralta or quit the team. But the reality was I couldnt keep a needle out of my arm to save my life. Talk Recovery Radio, January 18, 2023 He has a lot of heart and gives people a reason to believe that even far gone addicts can come back from the brink. He starred in multiple shows and films including Viva La Bam, Bams Unholy Union, and the legendary Jackass movie series. Hard to hate him for stretching the truth when he's doing what he's doing. He has made several appearances on The Howard Stern Show (in which he received recognition for one of Sterns Top Ten Outrageous Moments. "Brandon Novak first rose to fame as a world-renowned professional skateboarder. Brandon Thomas Novak (born December 10, 1978)[2] is an American motivational speaker, author, and former professional skateboarder and "CKY crew" member. Now what I can honestly say is there is not one Theres one thing that I regret that Ive done in my life, two things. You know what I mean? He got to travel the world skateboarding and was getting rich off of doing stupid stuff with his friends. Wait. I've got that guy's number (figuratively.) The thing is I couldnt understand how I had gotten there. The disease of addiction is not a death sentence. instagram.com/jackassmissingstunts You can still be cool and funny and life can be great and gritty. Untreated alcoholism, untreated addiction equals death. My literary agent, my manager, the publishers. At the age of 14, you were the first skateboarder ever to be endorsed my Gatorade. Also in 2005, Novak arrived on the red carpet at the MTV VMAs wearing nothing except a computer keyboard. He got to travel the world skateboarding and was getting rich off of doing stupid stuff with his friends. I love it though, man. So there were times where I wanted to Im on my fourth step and Im making this list. [46] He now serves as a Certified Intervention Professional and serves as a motivational speaker.[47][48]. WebAt just 15, he was the first professional skateboarder endorsed by Gatorade and got to star in a commercial with basketball legend Michael Jordan. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. As time progressed and my disease followed, it wasnt looking any better. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Its just an autobiography of my life. Because Im the kind of guy that Im big on having repercussions from actions. Joe Frantz and Margera exiled Novak for a period of time as a result. You just caught me at a bad time on a bad way in a bad day. It literally is. As of 2022, there are 3 Novak's Houses located in Wilmington, Delaware. My storys not yours, and your end or your bottom wasnt mine. As addicts we learned to lie to get by and that kind of dishonesty when you are no longer using will eventually lead you down a bad path. The information contained on this website is not intended to be a substitute for, or to be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Right. We have nothing to talk about. So she loved me from that perspective, but it was never like, Hey, let me stay at your house and sleep in your bed and get a shower in your shower and eat your food. Thats why Im a firm believer of having repercussions from actions. It seemed he had it all. But to make it even more complex, its the only fatal disease from which I possess that lies to me on a daily basis in my own voice telling me I dont possess this disease. I won't and I'll see this through with him till the very end, good, bad, or indifferent. You got to stop doing this, the rest of life seemed to be telling you, Hey, youre good. Then you are at a book signing in Times Square. That Ive gladly accepted the fact that Im Brandon. I run back to Penn Station. Theres a great example of the insanity of this disease in another part of your story. I would go to these treatment centers, and they would tell me that my life was unmanageable. WebHe said he prides himself on being as accessible as possible. Now with more than three years sober, Brandon has risen from the ashes and become a living example that recovery is possible. He was charged with forging a prescription after he tried to pass a fake prescription for Xanax at a Walgreens in Media, Pennsylvania. He soon toured the country on the Powell-Peralta team, landed endorsement deals with Gatorade, and even starred in commercials with Michael Jordan at the young I hear people in meetings say, I worked real hard for my seat. Fuckers. He let that be his image for a s long as possible before people started complaining about him just pushing them to a specific rehab (more on that in a minute) or totally ignoring them when they didn't have health insurance. [17] Production ceased again. So paychecks would be diverted. Msg and data rates may apply. Everybody in your family was desperate. Upon achieving sobriety in 2015, Novak returned to skateboarding. Brandons testimonial is a powerful mission statement for his commitment to the recovery community. From seven to 14, the moment I received that first skateboard to be given this ultimatum, I ate it, I breathed it, I slept it, I dreamt it. Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | FCOI Policy 2021 Partnership to End Addiction. He travelled the world with Bucky Lasek and Bam Margera, and later went on to star in the hit MTV Shows Viva La Bam and Bams Unholy Union. She did not love me to death. [25] While it was not mentioned on the radio show, Novak broke both ankles the day before Margera's wedding while skating with Tony Hawk and Margera during filming for Bam's Unholy Union on February 2, 2007. WebAt just 15, he was the first professional skateboarder endorsed by Gatorade and got to star in a commercial with basketball legend Michael Jordan. Hed love to hear from you. Margera announced on the April 3, 2007 episode of Radio Bam that Novak had a relapse with his addiction to heroin and was back in rehab. You know who worked really hard for my seat? Ep #87 Steve-O's Wild Ride! Ive done it. I hate authority, and I will never conform unless it becomes my idea because I possess that job that consists of knowing everything. Im the kind of alcoholic, I dont change when things are unmanageable. He never was an actual pro skater, never made millions, or was sponsored by Gatorade and did some bullshit with Michael Jordan. 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