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Jamie Thomas

Jamie Thomas, born on October 11, 1974, in Dothan, Alabama, is a renowned professional skateboarder and influential figure in the skateboarding world. Known as "The Chief", Thomas began skating at the age of 11 and quickly made a name for himself with his fearless gap and rail skating. He gained significant attention in the mid-1990s, becoming a central figure in the rise of street skateboarding. In 1996, Thomas founded Zero Skateboards, a company that would become synonymous with big gap and rail skating.

Throughout his career, Jamie Thomas has achieved numerous accolades, including appearances in iconic skate videos, such as Toy Machine's "Welcome to Hell" and Zero's "Misled Youth". Beyond his skateboarding prowess, Thomas has made significant contributions to the industry through his entrepreneurial ventures. In addition to Zero Skateboards, he founded Fallen Footwear in 2003. Jamie Thomas' impact on skateboarding continues to ripple today, with his innovation on a board and with Zero Skateboards.

Birthday: October 11, 1974
Home Town: Dothan, Alabama
Stance: Regular
Pro Since: 1995
Highlights: Owner of Zero Skateboards, groundbreaking parts in Toy Machine's "Welcome to Hell" and Zero's "Misled Youth", inducted in the Skateboarding Hall of Fame in 2013, featured as a playable character in several of the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater video games.

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