Daredevils bring nail biting excitement to the masses. For millions of people, the thrill of watching a daredevil risk life and limb to please the audience is a phenomenal experience and one daredevil that made a name for himself and reached the pinnacle of fame and fortune is Evel Knievel. Evel Knievel was unlike any daredevil that came before him. He was able to truly move people and convey values such as courage and true grit to the masses. While many of his stunts ended in epic failure, with each jump on his motorcycle, he became more and more famous and beloved.
Daredevil Evel Knievel became a worldwide phenomenon after he attempted to jump the Caesars’ Palace fountains in 1968. While he cleared the fountains with his motorcycle, he inevitably crashed on the landing ramp and tumbled into a coma which lasted about a month. However, when he awoke he would be a legend as millions watched him defy death on TV.
Evel Knievel became an icon wearing his red, white and blue leather suit, riding a Harley and impressing audiences all over the world. While his jumps became more fantastic, he always remained accessible and well regarded. For those interested in the life of Evel Knievel, his motorcycle and the stunts he attempted, the Smithsonian Magazine offers a fascinating article on this true American daredevil. To read it, please visit our main website at the following link: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/
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