Paul Rodriguez
You know you’ve heard the name Paul Rodriguez. The 23-year-old Paul shares his name with his father, a famous Comedian and TV star. But, Paul is just as well known in skateboarding, as his father is in his profession.
P-Rod is so highly regarded as an athlete that he is one of only five people in the world with a shoe named after him by Nike. In 2005 Nike SB released its first signature model skateboard shoe, the Zoom Air Paul Rodriguez, and Rodriguez has the distinction of being the only Hispanic to receive a pro model shoe with Nike as well as the first skateboarder to receive this honor.
Rodriguez is well respected, however, for his technical mastery on a skateboard. Paul has been called “one of those few skaters who are born to skate.” If there was ever someone who is “perfect” on a skateboard, it’s Paul.
Paul enjoys shooting videos, but loves spending his time skating with his friends at his favorite spots. Expect to see him on the big screen in Rob Dyrdek’s Street Dreams soon.
For having success at such a young age, Paul remains very focused and grounded. Despite his fame and fortune, he’s as friendly and humble as they come… far more like a normal kid than you’d ever expect. And that’ something to be proud of.
Bio updated 2/18/08
DOB: 12/31/84
If you could have one superpower, what would it be?
It would be flying.
What's the last lie you told?
I'm not telling.
Do you have any phobias?
Yeah I have a phobia of spiders and snakes.
What's the funniest or most ridiculous rumor you've heard or read about yourself?
The only rumor I know of is that I switch flipped krooked hubba hide out. But, I haven't skated in SF for a couple years.
Last trick you learned?
Half cab flip crook.
If you could do one thing to change the world right now, what would it be?
It would be that people would actually care for each other and are willing to tolerate their differences.
What's the last book you read?
The Jordan Rules
What's the most embarrassing thing that's ever happened to you?
I'm to embarrassed to say.
What's a TV show you watch that's embarrassing to admit to?
American Idol, but I'm not embarrassed.
Favorite place to travel?
My couch.
Worst travel experience ever?
When flights get cancelled and flights get delayed. It's happened more than once.
Worst advice anyone's ever given you?
People telling me not to ride for Plan B.
Stupidest thing you ever wasted your money on?
A $2000 vacuum.
Who do you call/text the most on your Boost phone?
My girl.
Sponsors?
Nike, Plan B, Boost Mobile, Mountain Dew, Silver, FKD, Incase, Active, Markisa, Nixon
Where are you from and where do you live now?
From Northridge and now live in Simi Valley.
Before this career, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A Rock Star
What do you want to do after?
What do you mean after.
Any last words?
No
What's your sign?
Capricorn
Myspace or Facebook page?
Sk8site.com