Eddie Fiola

Edward Lynn Fiola, known as Eddie Fiola, is an American former professional freestyle BMX rider and film stuntman. Born on September 28, 1964, Fiola gained fame in the 1980s for his incredible skills in BMX riding. He won the legendary king of the skateparks competition, hosted by the Amateur Skatepark Association (later known as the American Freestyle Association), a remarkable five times. Fiola also earned four freestyle Nora cups, including the inaugural award in 1985. His innovative ideas, such as the potts modification or hollow stem bolt, contributed to his success and made him one of the highest-paid freestyle BMX riders of his time. Later in his career, Fiola transitioned to become a stuntman in movies like The Dukes of Hazzard, The Italian Job, and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.