Gino Iannucci

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Hometown: Manhasset, Long Island, USA Stance: Goofy Gino Iannucci, born on June 27, 1973, in Long Island, New York, is a legendary skateboarder whose smooth, technical style and lasting influence have shaped skateboarding culture. Growing up in Long Island, Gino was immersed in the local skate scene. His rise to prominence began in the early 1990s, where he quickly made a name for himself with his effortless style and groundbreaking tricks. Gino's career truly took off with his standout parts in iconic skate videos such as "Trilogy" and "20 Shot Sequence", which showcased his innovative switch skating. His fluid style and creativity helped define skateboarding in the '90s and early 2000s, and he became a staple in brands like 101 and, most notably, Chocolate Skateboards. His video parts, including those in "Yeah Right!" and "Hot Chocolate", remain legendary and are a testament to his dedication to pushing the boundaries of skateboarding. In 2017, Gino made a significant career shift when he joined FA (Fucking Awesome), marking a new chapter in his career alongside long-time friends Jason Dill and Anthony Van Engelen. This move reflected his desire for a fresh perspective after nearly two decades with Chocolate. Beyond his contributions to skating, Gino is also the founder of "POETS", a skate brand he created to reflect his personal ethos and commitment to authenticity. Today, Gino continues to skate, staying active in the sport while balancing hobbies like tennis. His enduring influence on skateboarding, combined with his entrepreneurial spirit and authentic approach to skating, ensures that Gino Iannucci remains a true icon in the skateboarding world. [Thanks to Eric Swisher at The Chromeball Incident for the ad scans shown on this page]
Videos
video magazine (56 min)
Daewon Song, Eric Koston, Ethan Fowler, Gino Iannucci, Heath Kirchart, Jeremy Wray, Jon Comer, Keith Hufnagel ("Huf"), Max Schaaf, Mike Carroll,
Added: Unknown
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
independent (55 min)
Added: Monday, January 28, 2019