Ryan Dunn

Ryan Matthew Dunn was an American stunt performer, television personality, and actor best known for his work with the CKY crew and the *Jackass* franchise.

Ryan Matthew Dunn was an American stunt performer, television personality, and actor best known for his work with the CKY crew and the *Jackass* franchise. He also hosted *Homewrecker* and *Proving Ground* and appeared in several films and television projects. Dunn died in a car crash in Pennsylvania in 2011 at age 34.

Early life

Ryan Dunn was born in Medina, Ohio, in 1977. He later became associated with the Pennsylvania-based CKY crew, which included childhood friends such as Bam Margera.

Career

Dunn gained attention in the late 1990s as part of the CKY crew and later became a core figure in the *Jackass* television and film franchise. He also hosted the MTV series *Homewrecker* and the G4 series *Proving Ground* and appeared in several feature films, including *Haggard* and *Minghags*.

Death

Dunn died on June 20, 2011, in a single-vehicle crash in West Goshen Township, Pennsylvania. The crash was described as alcohol-related and occurred while he was driving at high speed. He was 34 years old.

Legacy

Dunn is remembered as one of the recognizable performers associated with stunt-based reality comedy in the early 2000s. His work remained closely tied to the *Jackass* brand and collaborations with Bam Margera.