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Skateboarding Icon Tony Hawk Fondly Recalls Connection with Rap Legend 2Pac Shakur

Tony Hawk remembers 2Pac.
ShreddER August 14, 2023
Tony Hawk and 2Pac
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Unlikeliest connections can often blossom into meaningful friendships that transcend the respective fields.

Such was the case with the iconic skateboarder Tony Hawk and the revered rap legend 2Pac Shakur.

The Birdman recently took a moment to reflect on his unique connection with 2Pac, a figure who undeniably impacted the world of hip-hop.

Hawk and 2Pac's paths crossed in the mid-1990s when both were at the zenith of their careers.

Hawk had revolutionized skateboarding with his innovative tricks and charisma, while 2Pac had become a cultural icon through his thought-provoking lyrics and magnetic personality.

During this time, the two found themselves in each other's orbit, drawn together by their mutual admiration for their crafts.

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