Brandon, a professional skateboarder, rose to fame on the hit MTV show Viva la Bam and the movies Jackass, after being discovered by the renowned Tony Hawk. However, his life took a drastic turn when he became hooked on heroin for 20 years, a struggle that he would later document in his bestselling memoir, Dreamseller, which debuted on Amazon.
Today, Brandon is celebrating 7 years of sobriety and nearly 4 years of being tobacco-free, and he dedicates his life to helping others overcome addiction. His relatable story has resonated with millions of people across the country, with 1 in 4 individuals being directly affected by addiction in their family.
As a keynote speaker for the DEA's Youth Summit events, Brandon travels the nation, bringing awareness and education to high schools, inspiring young people to make positive changes in their lives. His remarkable journey from addiction to recovery has earned him a reputation as someone who can change their life around.
Brandon's first book, Dreamseller, has reached its 9th print edition and is one of Amazon's top 50 addiction memoirs. His latest book, "The Streets of Baltimore", which explores his hometown, is now available. Based in Philadelphia, Brandon continues to spread hope and inspire others to seek help and recovery.
