Ryan Dunn
Biography
Ryan Dunn (June 11 1977 – June 20 2011) was an American male reality‑television personality, daredevil and actor born in Medina, Ohio. He became widely known as a member of the Jackass crew, appearing alongside close friend Bam Margera, and as a cast member on the series Viva La Bam. Dunn also hosted the television programs Homewrecker and Proving Ground. As a member of the CKY crew, he played the main character in Bam Margera’s 2003 film Haggard: The Movie, a story drawn from a personal relationship. His acting credits include appearances in the Jackass film series, such as Jackass Volume One and Jackass 2. Dunn died at age 34 in a car crash in West Goshen Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Career overview
Ryan Matthew Dunn (June 11 1977 – June 20 2011) was an American reality‑television personality and daredevil. Born in Medina, Ohio, he first gained public attention as a member of the CKY crew, a group that produced skate‑boarding and stunt videos. Dunn’s reputation grew through his regular appearances on the MTV stunt series Jackass, where he performed alongside his close friend Bam Margera, and through his role as a cast member on the spin‑off show Viva La Bam. Over his career he accumulated a sizable list of on‑screen credits, reflecting his frequent involvement in stunt‑oriented programming.
Beyond stunt performance, Dunn expanded into hosting, fronting the series Homewrecker and Proving Ground, programs that highlighted his daredevil image in a presenter role. In 2003 he starred as the main character in Bam Margera’s film Haggard: The Movie, a story reportedly based on a personal relationship Dunn had experienced. His film work also includes appearances in the Jackass feature releases Jackass Volume One and Jackass 2, further solidifying his presence in the franchise’s cinematic extensions.
Dunn’s active career ended abruptly when he died in a single‑vehicle automobile crash on June 20 2011 in West Goshen Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, at the age of 34.
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Full Filmography
87 titles- Jackass: Best and Last (2026) as Self (archive footage)
- CKY 5 (2025) as Himself
- Bam Margera Presents: The 69 Eyes - Lost Boys Never Die! (2025) as Self (archive footage)
- Starborn (2024) Music
- Jackass Forever (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- Jackass Forever (2022) In Memory Of
- Jackass 4.5 (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- V/H/S/99 (2022) as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Butt X-ray (2016) as Himself
- CKY: The Greatest Hits (2014) as Self (archive footage)
- Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa (2013) In Memory Of
- The Bates Haunting (2012) as Angry Customer
- The Dman Project (2012) as Himself
- Ridiculousness (2011) as Self
- Jackass 3.5 (2011) as Self
- Jackass 3.5 (2011) Writer
- Proving Ground (2011) as Ryan Dunn
- The Making of 'Jackass 3D' (2011) as Self
- Close-Up (2011) as The Drug Dealer
- Jackass: The Beginning (2011) as Self
- A Tribute to Ryan Dunn (2011) as Self
- Living Will... (2011) as Belcher
- Jackass 3D (2010) as Self
- Jackass 3D (2010) Writer
- Bam's World Domination (2010) as Self
- Bam Margera: Serious as Dog Dirt (2010) as Self
- Minghags (2009) as Tucker
- Jackass: The Lost Tapes (2009) as Self
- Street Dreams (2009) as Cash
- Dreamseller: The Brandon Novak Documentary (2009) as Self
- Bamimation (2008)
- Blonde Ambition (2007) as Griswold
- Jackass 2.5 (2007) as Self
- Jackass 2.5 (2007) Writer
- Bam's Unholy Union (2007)
- Jackass: Where Are They Now? (2007) as Self
- The Making of 'Jackass: The Game' (2007) as Self
- The Making of 'Jackass 2.5' (2007) as Self
- 3000 Miles (2007) as Self
- 3000 Miles (2007) Additional Camera
- Jackass Number Two (2006) as Self
- Jackass Number Two (2006) Writer
- The Dudesons Movie (2006) as Self
- The Making of 'Jackass Number Two' (2006) as Self
- Commando VIP (2006) as Himself
- Dunn & Vito's Rock Tour (2006) as Himself
- Dunn & Vito's Rock Tour (2006) Executive Producer
- A Halfway House Christmas (2005) as Buzz
- Dudesons Life (2005) as Self
- Homewrecker (2005)
- Homewrecker (2005) Creator
- Steve-O: The Greatest Hits (2005) as Self
- Jackass Volume One (2005) as Self
- Client 3815 (2004) as Jackson
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self
- Viva La Bam (2003) as Self
- Jackass Backyard BBQ (2003) as Self
- Haggard (2003) as Ry
- Gumball 3000: The Movie (2003) as Self
- Kerrang! Presents: CKY (2003) as Self
- Mike V's Greatest Hits (2003) as Self
- Steve-O: PCP Saved My Life (2003) as Self
- Steve-O: Out on Bail (2003) as Self
- CKY - Infiltrate Destroy Rebuild: The Video Album (2003) as Self
- Too Extreme for TV! (2003) as Self
- Making of “Haggard: The Movie” (2003) as Himself
- Jackass: The Movie (2002) as Self
- Jackass: The Movie (2002) Writer
- CKY 4: The Latest & Greatest (2002) as Self
- The Making of 'Jackass: The Movie' (2002) as Self
- Jackass: Too Hot For MTV (2002) as Self
- Jackass Volume Three (2002) as Self
- Don't Try This at Home – The Steve-O Video Vol. 2: The Tour (2002) as Self
- Criminal Mischief (2001) as Himself
- CKY 3 (2001) as Self
- CKY Documentary (2001) as Self
- Don't Try This at Home: The Steve-O Video (2001) as Self
- Jackass (2000) as Self
- CKY2K (2000) as Self
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Riley Slade
- CKY (1999)
- Landspeed presents: CKY (1999) as Self
- TRL (1998)
- Gumball 3000
- Jackass Number Two: Too Hot for Theaters
- The Brandon Novak Story as Self
- JackassWorld Road Trip as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ryan Dunn best known for?
Ryan Dunn is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Jackass: Best and Last (2026), Jackass Forever (2022), Jackass Forever (2022), Jackass 4.5 (2022).
When and where was Ryan Dunn born?
Ryan Dunn was born on June 11, 1977 in Medina, Ohio, USA. They passed away on June 20, 2011.
How many credits does Ryan Dunn have?
Ryan Dunn has accumulated over 87 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1998 to 2026.
What is Ryan Dunn's background in cinema and television?
Ryan Dunn (June 11 1977 – June 20 2011) was an American male reality‑television personality, daredevil and actor born in Medina, Ohio. He became widely known as a member of the Jackass crew, appearing alongside close friend Bam Margera, and as a cast member on the series Viva La Bam. Dunn also hosted the television pro...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- A Halfway House Christmas (2005) as Buzz — aged about 28
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Riley Slade — aged about 22
- Jackass Forever (2022) as Self (archive footage) — aged about 45
- Ridiculousness (2011) as Self — aged about 34
- Jackass (2000) as Self — aged about 23
- Jackass: Best and Last (2026) as Self (archive footage) — aged about 49
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