Paul Rodriguez Jr. is a professional skateboarder from Chatsworth, California. Some of his career highlights include becoming the first pro skater sponsored by Nike in 2004 and winning gold at the X Games in both 2004 and 2005 for street skating. He began skating at age 12 when his famous comedian father Paul Rodriguez bought him his first board. Paul has appeared in movies and television shows in addition to his skating career. He is known for his relaxed and consistent style on a skateboard.

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2. BIO INFORMATIONName: Paul Rodríguez

3. Nickname: P-Rod

4. Gender: Male

5. Hometown: Chatsworth, California

6. Date of Birth: December 31, 1984

7. Family: Single

8. Occupation: Pro Skater

9. Began Skating: 1996

10. Began Competing: 1996 PAUL PERSONAL HISTORYP-Rod's father is the famous comedian Paul Rodriguez. At the age of 12, Paul's dad bought him his first skateboard for $30 .

11. Paul got his first sponsor at age 14, and was a pro skater at 16. He's happy with his life, and feels like he's already achieved his dream.

12. Paul Rodriguez Skateboarding Career Highlights2002 - Trans World Skateboarding Rookie of the Year2003 - appeared in the movie Grind2004 - became first pro skater sponsored by Nike (Nike P-Rod)2004 - won gold in X Games (Street) 2005 - won first in FTC Flat ground (Street Best Trick)2005 - took third in Dew Tour (Park)2005 - won gold in X Games (Street)

13. STYLE AND STRENGHTPaul Rodriguez looks as relaxed and comfortable on a skateboard as anyone could. He's consistent and almost never falls. Paul Rodriguez is one of those rare gifted skaters who is obviously born to ride.

14. AN ACTOR TO…In 2002, Paul Rodriguez made his first appearance in The Brothers Garcia as "Cortez" in season 3, episode 1 "School Daze". In 2009, Paul Rodriguez starred in the movie Street Dreams, written and produced by Rob Dyrdek.

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