Luke "The Dingo" Trembath Death: Australian Snowboarder Dies at 38
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The action sports community is in mourning over the death of Australian snowboarder Luke Trembath, who has passed away aged 38. The news of his death broke on Thursday, with friends and colleagues sharing their shock on social media. Trembath, known as "The Dingo", was a well-known entrepreneur who recently hosted a Monster-sponsored podcast with former UFC ring girl Brittney Palmer. He was also a professional snowboarder and started a snowboard gloves brand, Grenade Gloves, at the age of 17.
Trembath's cause of death has not been revealed, but tributes have poured in from some of the biggest names in the action sports world. Skateboard legend Tony Hawk wrote: "Words cannot describe the joy this guy brought to every gathering. His laughter was magically contagious, and he revered our culture because he was shaped by it." Other athletes, including Jaie Toohey, Kurt Busch, and TJ Lavin, have also paid tribute to Trembath, describing him as "one of the most incredible people" they have met. The action sports community has been left shocked and saddened by the news, with many describing Trembath as a "legend" and a "great connector" in the sports world.
Trembath was born in Mt Martha, Victoria, and started snowboarding at the age of nine. By 11, he was a name on the national scene and began travelling with Team Australia at 13. He turned professional at 17 and went on to star in five seasons of the Fuel TV series "The Adventures of Danny and the Dingo" alongside two-time Olympic silver medallist Danny Kass. Trembath and Kass also co-hosted the "UNLEASHED" podcast for Monster Energy with Brittney Palmer. The trio recently released an episode recorded live at the 2025 X Games in Aspen, Colorado earlier this month. Trembath's passion for snowboarding and his infectious personality made him a beloved figure in the action sports community.
Here are some of the tributes that have been paid to Luke "The Dingo" Trembath:
- Tony Hawk: "Words cannot describe the joy this guy brought to every gathering. His laughter was magically contagious, and he revered our culture because he was shaped by it."
- Jaie Toohey: "One of the most incredible people I've ever met with the biggest heart. We shared some pretty amazing memories together throughout all the years we have known each other and those I will hold onto forever."
- Kurt Busch: "RIP my good friend Luke. Your smile and energy will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers to your family. I'll race in Australia with your Aussie Dingo spirit sitting shotgun."
Luke "The Dingo" Trembath's death is a reminder of the impact that one person can have on a community. His passion for snowboarding and his infectious personality made him a beloved figure in the action sports world. As the community continues to mourn his loss, they will also be celebrating his life and the many memories he created. The action sports world will never be the same without Luke "The Dingo" Trembath, but his legacy will live on through the many lives he touched.
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