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Hosoi faced bankruptcy after financial difficulties with a series of failed skateboard companies like Tuff Sk8s, Sk8 Kultur, Milk, and Focus, in addition to a growing addiction to drugs. In 1995, Hosoi was arrested on two minor offenses, and a warrant for his arrest was issued for failing to appear in court.
After falling into relative obscurity following the rise of street skating and his own battle with drug addiction, Christian returned from a five-year prison stint in 2004 to work his way back up to peak performance and earn his rightful spot as one of skateboarding’s all-time greats.
Christian Hosoi, once a legendary figure in the world of skateboarding, experienced a dramatic fall from grace that rocked the skateboarding community and his personal life. This period in his life was marked by struggles with addiction, legal troubles, and a significant impact on his career.
Oct 17, 2017 · Legendary skateboarder Christian Hosoi, Tony Hawk’s greatest rival, opens up about the Olympics, meth and the documentary 'Made in Venice.'.
Join legend skateboarder Christian Hosoi in Venice Beach, CA as he shows us where it all started and tells us about his life journey - from World Champion Sk...
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Aug 19, 2006 · The truth and reality behind Christian Hosoi's lifestyle as skateboarding's top pro, to his eventual drug addiction, jail time, and his lengthy personal and spiritual recovery was highlighted Thursday night with the premiere of Rising Son, The Legend Of Skateboarder Christian Hosoi.
Jul 15, 2012 · In January 2000, Hosoi was sentenced to 10 years in prison for trafficking $65,000 worth of methamphetamine across state lines.
