Don Nguyen ("Nuge")

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Don “Nuge” Nguyen is a renowned skateboarder, musician, and entrepreneur who has made a significant impact on the skateboarding world. Born in Portland, Oregon, and raised in Oklahoma City, Nuge’s journey into skateboarding began at a young age, influenced by his Vietnamese heritage. Growing up, he spent much of his time in pool halls, but it wasn’t long before he discovered his passion for skateboarding. By the age of 18, Nuge moved to California to chase his dreams of skateboarding year-round. Nuge first gained recognition through his powerful skateboarding style, featured in Foundation’s "Cataclysmic Abyss". His boldness and technical prowess led to his infamous ollie over the massive 20-stair at El Toro High School, earning him widespread fame. He later joined the Baker Skateboards team, a dream come true for Nuge, marking a significant chapter in his career. Throughout his time with Baker, he became known for his fearless approach to skating, taking on dangerous spots like Baxter Street in Los Angeles, California. In addition to his skateboarding success, Nuge has ventured into business, co-founding the clothing brand Volume 4 and the Los Angeles-based smash burger restaurant, "Burger She Wrote". He has also maintained a strong presence in the music world, playing guitar and bass in various bands, including 'LSDemon' and 'Easy'. As an Asian-American skater, Nuge’s journey hasn’t been without challenges, but skateboarding has always been a place where he could express himself freely. With a mix of skateboarding, music, and entrepreneurship, Nuge continues to inspire with his boundary-pushing spirit and his philosophy of "live heavy, travel light." Today, Nuge remains a beloved figure in skateboarding, continually evolving and embracing new passions.
Videos
The Filmbot Files (2005)
mikendo films
Marty Murawski , Michael Stanfield ("Mike")
independent (45 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Greg Lutzka, Lizard King (Mike Plumb), Marty Murawski, Paul Rodriguez ("P-Rod"), Chris Dobstaff, Corey Sheppard, Daryl Angel, Marc Johnson, Richie Belton,
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411VM - Issue 66 (2004)
411 video magazine
video magazine (40 min)
Brian Sumner, Diego Bucchieri ("The Butcher"), Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Sean Eaton, Willy Santos, Anthony Shetler, Austin Stephens, Billy Marks, Ed Templeton, Johnny Layton,
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411VM - Volume 14, Issue 3 (2006)
411 video magazine
video magazine (41 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Emmanuel Guzman, Richie Belton, Ben Gore, Sid Melvin, Ted DeGros
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Hollywood - Promo (2002)
hollywood skateboards
promo (25 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Richie Belton, Kris Markovich, Justin Roy, Charlie Thomas, Brad Hiser, Kevin Staab, Dorian Tucker
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Foundation - Cataclysmic Abyss (2007)
Foundation Skateboards
Grant Schubert
full-length (45 min)
Angel Ramirez, Corey Duffel, Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Ethan Fowler, Matt Allen, Mike Rusczyk, Sierra Fellers, Abdias Rivera, Gareth Stehr, Tommy Gurrola
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Thrasher - King Of The Road 2007 (2007)
Thrasher Magazine
contest (58 min)
Aaron Suski, Brandon Westgate, Angel Ramirez, Danny Cerezini, Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Jake Duncombe, James Craig, Ronnie Creager, Adam Alfaro, Anthony Shetler,
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ON Video - Winter 2003 (2003)
ON video magazine
video magazine (65 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Dustin Dollin, Steve Berra, Kristian Svitak, Natas Kaupas, Justin Roy, Kevin Staab, Jef Hartsel
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Planet Earth - F.O.R.E. and Friends (2001)
planet earth clothing
Forrest Kirby , Joe Krolick
full-length (36 min)
Mark Appleyard, Brandon Biebel, Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Forrest Kirby, Kenny Anderson, Braydon Szafranski, Danny Montoya, Terry Kennedy, Jeff Lenoce, Ed Selego,
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The Death Squad - Oklahomies (2003)
Gabriel E. Friedman
crew (60 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Chad Muska, Ernie Torres, Richie Belton, Justin Roy, Rob Base, Dan Bibb, Dave Bouse, Brew Dog, Casey Favela,
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Shake Junt - Chicken Bone Nowison (Promo) (2009)
shake junt
Shane Heyl
promo (10 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Erik Ellington, Lizard King (Mike Plumb), Andrew Reynolds ("The Boss"), Braydon Szafranski, Bryan Herman, Jeff Lenoce, Mike Hubert, Brian Hansen ("Slash"), Ramiro Salcedo ("Furby"),
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Amateur? (2000)
mikendo films
independent (45 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Kurtis Colamonico, Robert Lim, Rodrigo Tx (Teixeira), Alex Bland, Aaron Babila, Ricardo Carvalho, Matt Costa, Steve Kindle
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Thrasher - Killing Time (2011)
Thrasher Magazine
tour (37 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Dustin Dollin, Braydon Szafranski, Bryan Herman, Tony Trujillo ("Tnt"), Grant Taylor, Sammy Baca, Nick Trapasso, Al Partanen, Julien Stranger,
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Thrasher - Chinese Takeout (2012)
Thrasher Magazine
tour (30 min)
Angel Ramirez, Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Dustin Dollin, Frank Gerwer, Omar Salazar, Tony Trujillo ("Tnt"), Richie Belton, Sammy Baca, Nick Trapasso, Thomas Bonilla,
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Baker - Bake & Destroy (2012)
Baker Skateboards
full-length (60 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Dustin Dollin, Kevin Long ("Spanky"), Andrew Reynolds ("The Boss"), Braydon Szafranski, Bryan Herman, Terry Kennedy, Jeff Lenoce, Sammy Baca, Shane Heyl,
Added: Sunday, October 28, 2012
Split - Demons in the Attic (2008)
split clothing
promo (21 min)
Corey Duffel, Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Sean Eaton, Terell Robinson, Jason Adams ("The Kid"), Sid Melvin, JT Aultz, Sean Conover
Added: Tuesday, November 03, 2015
Boys Of Summer (2015)
Logan Lara
full-length (57 min)
Arto Saari, Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Eric Koston, Erik Ellington, Gino Iannucci, Heath Kirchart, Jerry Hsu, Kenny Anderson, Kevin Long ("Spanky"), Lizard King (Mike Plumb),
Added: Monday, November 16, 2015
Converse - One Star World Tour (2016)
Converse CONS
Richard Quintero , Ben Chadourne
tour (27 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Kenny Anderson, Frank Gerwer, Zered Bassett, Eli Reed, Sammy Baca, Andrew Brophy, Jason Jessee, Alex Davis, Jerome Campbell,
Added: Friday, February 05, 2016
Baker - Certi-Fried Pro Rowan Zorilla (2016)
Baker Skateboards
Ryan Ewing ("Beagle")
promo (13 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Dustin Dollin, Kevin Long ("Spanky"), Andrew Reynolds ("The Boss"), Bryan Herman, Terry Kennedy, Sammy Baca, Justin Figueroa ("Figgy"), Riley Hawk, Theotis Beasley,
Added: Thursday, March 24, 2016
Boys Of Summer #2 (2019)
Logan Lara
independent (55 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Eric Koston, Erik Ellington, Gino Iannucci, Heath Kirchart, Jerry Hsu, Kevin Long ("Spanky"), Lizard King (Mike Plumb), Mark Gonzales ("Gonz"), Mike Carroll,
Added: Monday, January 28, 2019
BAKER VIDEO WITH FIGGY, LYRIC AND RILEY (2022)
Baker Skateboards
web edit (12 min)
Don Nguyen ("Nuge"), Kevin Long ("Spanky"), Sammy Baca, Justin Figueroa ("Figgy"), Riley Hawk, Theotis Beasley, Rowan Zorilla, Ryan Ewing ("Beagle"), Lyric Bennett
Added: Monday, September 26, 2022