Robert Craig Knievel (October 17, 1938 – November 30, 2007), known professionally as Evel Knievel (/ ˈiːvəl kəˈniːvəl / EE-vəl kə-NEE-vəl), was an American stunt performer and entertainer.

Nov 26, 2025 · Evel Knievel (born October 17, 1938, Butte, Montana, U.S.—died November 30, 2007, Clearwater, Florida) was an American motorcycle daredevil who captivated audiences …

Sep 3, 2025 · He also had a series of encounters with the law throughout childhood, due to thievery and motor violation, which earned him the infamous name ‘Evel’ after he spent a night …

Evel Knievel made the leap from rural county fairs to sold-out stadiums through a unique combination of bravado, determination, and promotional genius. He invented himself and his …

Jun 20, 2018 · While Evel Knieval was setting the record for most bones broken in a lifetime, he was also the owner of several motorcycle dealerships. Knievel, on edge and still battered from …

Evel Knievel was born on 17 October 1938 in Butte, Montana, USA. He was an actor, known for The Bionic Woman (1976), Viva Knievel! (1977) and The Last of the Gladiators (1988). He …

The quintessential American daredevil motorcyclist, Evel Knievel defied gravity as he rode his bike to the heights of international fame in increasingly challenging, thrilling stunts.

Dec 31, 2019 · Though this was initially done in jest, Knievel liked the sound of it, and began referring to himself as the same, but spelled it “Evel” because he did not want to be thought of …

Robert Craig Knievel (October 17, 1938 – November 30, 2007), known professionally as Evel Knievel (/ ˈiːvəlkəˈniːvəl / EE-vəl kə-NEE-vəl), was an American stunt performer and entertainer.

Apr 2, 2014 · Evel Knievel was an American daredevil who became an icon in the 1970s for his incredible motorcycle stunts.