Tony Alva
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About
Pioneer skateboarder who rode with the original Z-boys and tore up Venice Beach in the 1970s.
Before Fame
He changed the face of skateboarding by skating in empty swimming pools.
Trivia
He founded the Alva Skates company and skate team.
Family Life
He married Victoria Alva and is the uncle of actress
Associated With
His life inspired the 2005 film Lords of Dogtown, which starred Heath Ledger .