Evel Knievel
Evel Knievel
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Evel Knievel was a legendary American daredevil and stunt performer known for his death-defying motorcycle jumps and record-breaking attempts.
#### Full Name and Common Aliases
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Robert Craig "Evel" Knievel was born on October 17, 1938, in Butte, Montana. He adopted the nickname "Evel" after a childhood bully, and it stuck throughout his life.
#### Birth and Death Dates
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Born: October 17, 1938
Died: November 30, 2007 (age 69)
#### Nationality and Profession(s)
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Knievel was an American by nationality and a professional daredevil, stunt performer, and entertainer.
Early Life and Background
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Evel Knievel's early life was marked by a mix of adventure and hardship. Born to a family of modest means in Butte, Montana, he grew up with a passion for speed and thrill-seeking. After dropping out of school in the ninth grade, Knievel served in the United States Army from 1956 to 1961. During his military service, he was stationed in Alaska and later in Hawaii.
Major Accomplishments
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Knievel's daredevil career spanned over two decades, with numerous record-breaking jumps and stunts that left audiences gasping in awe. Some of his most notable accomplishments include:
Jumping over 50 cars at King's Island Amusement Park in Ohio (1975)
Clearing the Caesar's Palace fountains in Las Vegas (1967)
Completing a series of record-breaking jumps at the Pontiac Silverdome in Michigan (1979)Notable Works or Actions
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Knievel's attempts to jump over iconic landmarks and structures became legendary. Some of his most notable works include:
Attempting to jump over the Snake River Canyon in Idaho (1974)
Failing to clear the Twin Falls Dam in Idaho (1968)Impact and Legacy
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Evel Knievel's impact on popular culture extends far beyond his daredevil stunts. He inspired a generation of thrill-seekers and entertainers, including Steve McQueen, who starred alongside him in several films.
His record-breaking attempts pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible.
His showmanship and charisma helped to create a new era of entertainment.Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Evel Knievel's legacy is cemented by his unwavering dedication to his craft. He faced numerous injuries, setbacks, and failures but continued to push the limits of what was possible.
His motto "Try the impossible" became a mantra for those seeking to challenge conventional norms.
* His commitment to taking risks and pushing boundaries has inspired countless individuals around the world.
Quotes by Evel Knievel
Evel Knievel's insights on:
You'd think a guy who has broken 35 bones in his body would have a high pain threshold, but mine is pretty low. I got hit in the shin with a golf ball once, and it almost brought tears to my eyes. I've had broken bones that didn't hurt as bad.
I’ve always lived by the creed that you’re never a failure in life when you fall as long as you try and get up.
When you do what I do for a living you have to have a positive mental attitude; when that positive mental attitude isn’t enough to get you across that jump you have to be man enough to deal with the circumstances. In my case, I’m man enough.
I thought I was bulletproof or Superman there for a while. I thought I’d never run out of nerve. Never.
I guess I’m like any other concerned father, except that nobody else’s son guns a cycle over 17 pickups without holding on to the handlebars.
I think through education, belief in God, and good engineering, our children become a lot better at what they’re doing than we did, and that starts with the very first sign of life on the face of this earth.