Laird Hamilton
March 2, 1964 · 62 years old
Laird Hamilton (born 1964) is an American big-wave surfer, co-inventor of tow-in surfing, and an occasional fashion and action-sports model. He is married to Gabrielle Reece, a professional volleyball player, television personality, and model. Hamilton and his family split their time between residen…
Known For
5 titles
Riding Giants
Documentary detailing the origins and history of surf culture.
North Shore
After learning how to surf by using the local wave tanks, Arizona resident Rick uses his winnings from a recent contest to fly to Hawaii and try to make a living for himself as a professional wave rider.
Step Into Liquid
Surfers and secret spots from around the world are profiled in this documentary.
Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton
Filmmaker Rory Kennedy examines the career of American Laird Hamilton, a man who has spent his life conquering untameable walls of water and changed the sport of big wave surfing forever.
Waiting for Lightning
A documentary on pro skateboarder Danny Way's tough childhood and his contributions to the sport, including footage of his jump over the Great Wall of China.