Pro skater Anthony Van Engelen has always been known for his incredible skills on a skateboard, but in his latest interview on Living Proof Radio, he shows a side of himself fans haven’t seen before.
For the first time, AVE opens up about his past struggles with drug use, giving listeners a rare glimpse into challenges he faced off the board.
Emerging in the mid-1990s as part of a new wave of street skaters, Anthony quickly became a defining figure in skateboarding. His parts in iconic videos like Photosynthesis, Mind Field, and Vans’ Propeller helped solidify his reputation, and in 2015, Thrasher Magazine named him Skater of the Year, recognizing not just his talent, but his influence in shaping modern street skating.
Beyond skating, AVE co-founded FA World Entertainment with Jason Dill, building it into one of the most influential skate brands of the last decade.
He has remained a long-time Vans team rider and has worked on multiple pro shoe models, showing his dedication to the culture he helped grow.
In his new interview, AVE speaks candidly about his personal life, his struggles, and how he has worked through them.