Pierre-Luc Gagnon

Pierre-Luc Gagnon, known by his initials PLG, is a celebrated Canadian professional skateboarder born on May 2, 1980. His journey into the world of skateboarding began in 1988, and by 1992, he was already making waves in competitions. Gagnon's impressive career has seen him become a prominent figure in the skateboarding community, particularly through his frequent participation in the X-Games.

Throughout his career, Gagnon has amassed an impressive collection of nineteen medals at the X-Games, including nine golds, showcasing his exceptional skills in various categories such as Vert, Vert Double, Big Air, and Vert Best Trick. His prowess was further highlighted by victories in prestigious events like the Dew Tour and the Gravity Games, as well as a remarkable win at the Maloof Money Cup's vert division, where he executed a stunning array of technical flip tricks and spins, including a nollie heelflip indy 540.

In 2008, Gagnon clinched the Skateboard Vert title at the AST China Invitational in Beijing, marking a significant milestone in his career. He continued to dominate the sport, winning his third consecutive X-Games gold medal and fifth overall in 2010, followed by another triumph at the Maloof Money Cup skateboard vert competition.

Standing at five feet ten inches tall and weighing one hundred sixty-eight pounds, Gagnon has established himself as a formidable athlete in skateboarding. His impressive list of sponsors includes renowned brands such as Darkstar skateboards, RDS clothing, Osiris Footwear, Electric visual, Monster energy drink, BOOM Headphones, Capix helmets, and Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Additionally, Gagnon showcased his personality and skills as part of the cast in the VH1 reality series titled The X-Life.