Dangerous Freedom: Antwuan Dixon

Ask anyone about Antwuan Dixon, and the first thing out of their mouth will usually be something about his unmatched style. Yet Antwuan's allure goes far beyond his innate and completely unique way of skating. Since his entrance into the skate world he's always been at the center of attention, even when he's not on a skateboard, but over the last couple years he’s dodged the spotlight as he’s dealt with countless personal struggles. Antwuan opens up about the struggles he’s faced, chasing sobriety, and his will to rise back up.

[@anthonyhardesty2300]

"you think that's the answer, but at the end of the day, just makes the question that much harder." -Antwuan Dixon

[@mitchfandnoahg]

Word on the street is Twuan didn't do well in school because he could never ask a question because he never raised his arms

[@JohnSmith-oo4qx]

barz berz only a skater would catch that .

[@GettingHyphy]

lololl

[@tracphonevirtualmagazine]

Fresh

[@panzerfaust7672]

Hahaha, BAKER BAKER BAKER

[@alejandrorosales5970]

W

[@Forenzikproductions]

That whole time people thinking he was crazy and wildin' out but he was just sad I mean imagine going through your family dying one by one and friends too. He was numbing the pain with a fake smile on his face for his friends on his skate team.

[@COU51N.Kyle.]

It seems like he is progressing and working through his demons. It's awesome that he is accepting help unlike a lot of people dealing with addiction. I'm so stoked for him. Also, holy shit those tricks were amazing.

[@Brqinstorm]

Great to see the entire Baker familly doing great. I'm going to be honest, really was starting to think that Antwuan would die in prison or in the streets. But its great to see that he got on the right track. Love to see him talk about his struggles too, because the entire pissdrunk generation that they helped promote at the time needs to realise that all this is not a game and you can very easily slip and just disapear (literally or metapohrically) Most of the Baker guys had some real problems with drugs and/or alcohol but they pretty much all made it. Now a lot of them are sober, theyre dads, and they seem happier than ever, it feels good.

[@daviddarko2665]

So excited to see him working through his demons. Addiction ain't no joke. I'm there myself man. It's a hard thing to accept that your broken and flawed. But if you make it to the sober side..... man, there is no better feeling. I believe in you bro. You can do this. So happy to see you back. You deserve this. You have so much RAW TALENT. STAY ON THAT BOARD BRO!

[@sergioambriz6525]

Brqinstorm You nailed it my friend.

[@61vibefilms78]

man..the day he puts out another part...the skate world is going to freakout. I hope he's got some real friends supporting him

[@ColonelFlickage]

Brqinstorm you hit the nail on the head

[@benjohnson2312]

Feels like good news is rare these days. This was great to see.

[@simplyputsmu]

I shared it. I agree

[@vincentskate01]

one of the most naturally gifted skateboarders ever, I hope to see him back on top soon, where he belongs!

[@fuckyshityfuckshit]

@MR Esotericana Yes, 120%

[@joeyclemenza7339]

VJCS2411 he really could’ve been the greatest ever.... I’m just happy he’s still alive today. I love this guy

[@NoJumper]

this was incredible

[@zoningfam]

adam you wild lmao

[@jaesahvahli6419]

No Jumper: interview this man asap

[@Crunchykyle]

No Jumper bro interview him you selfish fuck

[@ChillFeeds]

Crunchy Kyle he already has

[@OscarOffTheCuff]

Crunchy Kyle he already interviewed him months ago

[@joeuno385]

Keep up the sobriety. I skated just shy of 10 years before I lost my leg drinking & driving. Lost my Leg, brother, cousin, friends, then worse of all my baby niece of cancer over the last 7 years. Family members started fighting, my kid's mom couldn't hang thru all the depression and pain which created more of both but I take it day by day still 4+ years booze free, anti depression pill free(tried but no thanks) with minimal exposure to AA. I still go to the skate park with homies time to time hard to be there sober but the hype of people sticking new tricks, battling harder tricks shows me and reminds me of that drive I had for the sport and I'm still learning to channel that energy into something progressive rather than sitting around drinking/smoking myself away from problems that never disappear. Keep clean, stay up & stay out of trouble and your path will be clear to take yourself anywhere with enough focus, hard work and dedication. Last but not least, if you have kids, spend as much time as you can with them.

[@zoningfam]

Joseph King stay strong my dude

[@machiavellian333]

Joseph King liar

[@hilarioswindle9441]

Joseph King well said sir godspeed

[@mirceabriciu5461]

Lol wtf

[@atmosphericraven]

@@machiavellian333 You think he's lying? ahaha I hope he is. That would suck to lose a leg and get a d.u.i at the same time.

[@mamamamamamamable]

Way to go Antwuan, your mom would be proud of you. Stay strong brother!

[@jerryleenichols8155]

Respect. I personally battle with alcohol addiction as well. Some of us have demons just as great as the gifts that we carry and share. Sending you strength and versatility brother. Much love.

[@frizzybob]

I'll drink to that 🍻

[@DannyOVideos]

"Grow through what you go through." Brilliantly said!

[@stalkerlohh]

this just gives me more power and will to stay sober for fucking life. big up Antwuan for doing this !!!

[@benjohnson2312]

stalkerlohh respect

[@Mordorer]

stalkerlohh stay strong. I'm rooting for ya.

[@JEMoNE420]

stalkerlohh one day at a time ✌

[@omghalo3rocks]

james names until you dead bruh

[@bobbybrown8613]

You can tell Antwon respects Gabriel as an OG, he approaches him in a different way than feeling comfortable.

[@donpthedon5832]

"I lost my mom you know I was heart-broke but at the same time that's the shit I go hard for" !

[@torrent820]

He really got me on that kickflip shifty. I thought he was doing a backside flip for sure. Great to see him skating so good again!

[@recession81]

torrent820 Same here like wtf that was amazing

[@matthewso689]

Steeze at it's finest

[@burtonanderson5260]

The homie still land tricks clean! Praying for you my dude!

[@DroNaZz]

Antwuan is a LEGEND

[@PaperOverPusy]

being sober in today's society is very hard, everyone does negative shit, respect twuan keep it up you got this shit bruh!

[@oriolorellanacomas9856]

One of the best skaters in the whole globe, I'm so happy to see he's getting better! Support from Barcelona Antwuan!

[@MrLurkin4life]

Really happy to see Twuan on a good path. "You gotta grow through what you go through." Thats real.

[@baker3751]

^😂😂😂😂😂

[@Rowdyclique]

Stay clean bro! 🙏

[@jock982]

Antwuan a strong dude bruh 🙌🏾👍🏾

[@1oooo798]

That´s bs Eric.

[@Choppersliveforever]

Eric Petrovich you'd probably call the police if you saw him in person lol

[@maxxo9833]

Eric Petrovich if he's such a scumbag then why are you watching and commenting on a video about him? probably just mad he can skate better than you even if he was faded af

[@ChillFeeds]

Eric Petrovich looks like you missed the whole point of this video

[@steppinout67]

It is so incredible to watch him skate. It's not like watching other skaters. When he skates it's like it's art. I feel like I'm listening to classical music or watching a Shakespeare play. He is the most naturally talented skater I've ever seen.

[@conradzacharias3981]

Sick 🙏 So dope seeing Antwuan killin it again. Dude always had such amazing style on the board

[@christophermoran1970]

Finally! I'm so happy. This is truly a monumental moment for the kids, and the skateboarding community. You'll always be my favorite skater fam, I'll never forget that baker 3 part.

[@havoctv]

Thanks Josh, so stoked you liked the piece and support Antwuan. Stay tuned for more footy coming soon!

[@stoneyhudson]

Antwaun is the MAN

[@OrdinalGuy]

I remember hanging out with Antwuan at the Phoenix Am back in the day. I could tell he had a drug problem at the time and he seemed very sad, good to see that he is happy and sober!

[@Allen.Saylor]

Hope he's reading this when I say this is like a breath of fresh air for the skate community. It's a come back that's been long awaited. We love seein 'twuan loving life and doing what he loves

[@bennypaddycake7182]

Happy that him and lizard are sobering up.

[@dumb_as_rocks]

liz has been fully sober for a while

[@internetvide0]

I am glad I never got a piss drunk tattoo.

[@bahrcode]

Everyone sobered up when they realized all the top paying sponsors like Red Bull, Mountain Dew, monster, and Nike won't be knocking at the door when you promote hard partying. Now they can't stop saying how sober they are in every video hoping it will reach. Keep doing well ant

[@internetvide0]

Ya they are sober but they gota be on pain meds. I can't see how people in their 30's can still jump down shit.

[@whiterabbit6982]

Pretty ignorant statement bro

[@davidwasneverthere8149]

That kickflip shiffty was fucking sick

[@dingocapo2087]

It's amazing that a skateboard can truly be a light in the dark path of redemption. And recovery ! Truly a magical instrument!!!!

[@typisch93]

Twuan allways was and will be in my top 5 favorites. no matter what happens!

[@plentyofsleepsleep6111]

No thumbs down on this shit! Real shit here.

[@am6643]

Stay strong antwuan you got this man

[@ianturnbow7011]

Twuan has one of the best natural styles on the planet. This dude has his place cemented in history for a damn good reason with his Baker 3 part. I remember the first time I saw that part and then found out it was filmed in a matter of weeks! Best of luck to Mr. Dixon. We're all rooting for you to stay clean and keep your life on track.

[@jgcgsgmg]

"You might think drinking and drugs might be the answer. But, at the end of the day, it just makes the question that much harder. You know what I'm sayin?" Yeah I definitely feel what he's saying, and wow he is wise as hell.

[@CSJibbx]

hope the best for him. legend

[@JoshNbooM]

I would love to see antwaun on the joey diaz podcast

[@schrotestthehero]

Twuan and Coco?!?! That would be fucking amazing

[@internetvide0]

Joey Diaz and his fake bull shit stories.

[@ddesouz6]

Hippie nine club for sure!

[@bradestes4876]

You are the man Antwuan. My favorite skater of all time =] glad to see you doing well.

[@whssavy]

I'm so happy that hes working on getting better and getting back to more skating. I look up to antwuan and his skating which hypes me up to skate

[@MattMazza]

Shit I bet he'd sell so many boards if he got back on Deathwish

[@jaredhie]

Nah forget deathwish.. Dog has held him down through everything ,they got his back 100%. He's where he needs to be.

[@josecervantes4050]

Curtis a lot of those guys have been sober for awhile, wtf are you talking about lol

[@ChiefGhoul]

Matt Mazza take my money, I need all of them.

[@internetvide0]

I heard he was selling boards for another company through his ig while in prison.

[@jaredhie]

DRAiNER'32 website is under construction, best bet is to check them on Facebook @rawdograw or shops in the socal ,Hollywood areas.

[@dickflip2663]

this is amazing

[@isaiahsmith211]

ya

[@propdouchebag]

Respect. Nothing more admirable than someone taking major steps to better themselves as a person. All the best.

[@SWWonders]

Do the year Antwuan!! Much love and respect!! And keep those hands down!!

[@markharrington7773]

I'm right there with you bro, your an amazing skater and losing a family member makes for the hardest time for sobriety I know from experience but keep with it man can't wait to see your next video part!!! Your sick!!! Love your style

[@lennybenz4281]

The directing and editing is second to non. I'm very impressed.

[@ekkoinverted]

“Grow through what you go through”. Thank you for the knowledge Antwuan!

[@midwestican9788]

Skateboarding always kept it real with the youngins. Antwuan is a role model to these kids out here he can drop alot of knowledge, its good to see him back skating. again.

[@easwoodsd3830]

Im kinda struggling too. I wana get back into skating but lately ive been fishing. This vid is dope makes me wanna set up a board

[@shaunrockx8380]

Proud of you twan

[@stewdog22]

We out here. We growing through what we going through. Good message brother. You're not controlled by no man woman or substance. Get it.

[@NickPearsonMD]

THATS IT. If he can stay in recovery, still skate at a high level, and live a productive lifestyle, why can't I? so hyped to be seeing this!

[@JP-be7tk]

goosebumps

[@Skatehockey26]

So sick!

[@donniegnar5571]

Ant is a legend, plain and simple. We'll never have another one like him. The best style I have ever witnessed. He's so self-aware and humble I'm so glad he got out of the madness he was in, not to mention keeping a good head on his shoulders.

[@grubsy1416]

I'll be honest, I thought the Antwuan that I looked up to was gone for good. This makes me happy.

[@MDG7]

Antwuan is legit AF!

[@JodsLife1]

antwuan still a savage!

[@JM-wy6hk]

ANTWUAN THANK YOU FOR SHARING THAT...IT PROVIDES INSPIRATION!!THAT IS A STRONG HEART!!!!! EVERYDAY WE ARE BLESSED!!!

[@post20xx71]

Hes just the type of person that you always want the best for. Crazy to think you'd have to "protect" him but Protect Antwuan Dixon at all cost!

[@internetvide0]

I been through some shit too. Let me tell you some shit they wont tell you in rehab, AA, whatever. Anger and rage is stored in the liver, sadness is stored in the lungs. (Chinese medicine). As soon as you start eating a diet 80% fruits and doing coffee enemas your liver/lungs begins to detox and the emotions will release too. It's not easy you have to feel the emotions all over again but its worth it trust me.

[@berniehughes5234]

Legend! I feel that, man. but that fruit diet better be temp[orary, or u will have no energy to skate! 80%????maybe for a couple weeks, cleansing...? big shout out to chinese med & ppl, be brave, be open & FEEL UR EMOTIONS.....it could literally save ur life...peace.

[@internetvide0]

Andrew said he skates his best when he eats fruits and nuts. .

[@PatDeezy]

no energy? lol fruit IS energy, and it won't make you crash or come down like unnatural sugar and energy sources

[@internetvide0]

yulp. I used to drink alot. I would quit then get fat because I would turn to food. Now I know it's not the brain that craves that shit but parasites in my gut. The gut is basically your brain... thats where the term "I gota gut feeling" comes from. When you start eating clean, all that negative shit in your gut dies off. Things like cigs, energy drinks, alcohol you wont even crave them because the parasites are all dead. Most people are not strong enough to eat clean because when the parasites start to die they release toxins in the body and it makes you sick. It takes time and when you make it to the other end all you will want to do is help people.

[@johnnyapples33d0E]

FUCK OFF TOY ROBERTZ YOU DUMB SKUNT....

[@shinnohara6698]

twuan keep killin it g

[@bargerkenneth]

I am so glad I watched this. Skateboarding loves and embraces its bad boys, tough guys, and misfits. And this dude was a serious child prodigy. So good to know he's doing good now. And his skating is still beautiful--or as his friend put it, impeccable. Rad!

[@Cristobal138]

You can see that hes totally present when he skates , thats so dope.

[@AtilioEscobar]

Good shit. Antwuan IS, 'A1'..

[@AtilioEscobar]

Awesome KZbin channel 'rainbow'. Ha.

[@ojsglove6221]

STAY SOBER TUAN US FANS GOT YOUR BACK!!!!!!!!!

[@BonHomie87]

Brother Antwuan!!!! Although im well aware that this message to you may likely go unread, (lost amongst the 1000's of other comments), I feel it worthwhile, regardless of whether or not you recieve it, to send you all the hope, strength, courage, resolve, focus, clarity and foresight necessary to overcome these dark days and navigate the many treacherous paths that lay ahead. I'm just one person with no degrees, credentials or certificates to lend weight or significance to my words but I too have struggled and suffered loss, took comfort in the false and fleeting relief of drug and drink and over time lost touch with those unique talents/abilities given to each of us in this life. So what I really wanted to say to you, which I'm certain you already know damn well, is that, one: don't ever convince yourself that no one else will understand your pain, and two: every day that you manage to fight the good fight sends an overwhelming and empowering message not only to the countless young fans who follow you religiously but to the many many others like myself who relate directly to the challenges you're faced with. People who DESPERATELY NEED to be shown proof that there's a way out. Your story thus far has moved me and i need you to know that people you don't know, and might not ever meet, are rooting for you brother. Don't give up. -Matt

[@ddaywasamistake]

It makes me so happy to see Antwuan clean and skating again. He looks so much better than on his Epicly Later'd episode. Keep doing your thing man. We love to see it!

[@haneaseo]

This vid makes me wanna get my shit 2gether

[@thomasrainbow]

Imagine what you're capable of

[@adamturner1563]

Kenny ..i feel you.

[@b2theb]

He's too good

[@Ryan-xq3kl]

for you

[@oifbert]

Amazing news! Hope to see a more of his skating. His style is simply so incomparably natural.

[@benmoor5594]

Full respect man. keep on going brother. I'm struggling to stay clean but at the moment I am. FADED is the shortest waste of life. Antwuan,live and enjoy your blessings. peace.

[@jamesnelson5704]

Sounds like them Deathwish boys got a dude on that lived up to its teams name and it was all a bit much for them

[@DeeCollinsDGK]

The best to do it 🙏🏿

[@MaanOnnTheMoon]

glad to see this man coming out the other side. grew up watching and trying to be just like him

[@blaklavaempire1972]

i had the chance to meet AD and skate with he so humble .. God blessed that brother

[@666Sacer]

Respect my G!

[@wobbynobbenstein]

"Gettin' faded, drinkin', doin' drugs, whatever, you think that's the answer. But at the end of the day, it just make the question that much harder." Truer words are rarely spoken. Damn, I didn't realize how I actually kinda missed Antwuan. I remember how crazy people were about him back a few years ago. Baker'd show up at some skatepark for a demo, and kids would skate right by Figgy, Spanky, even ignorin the Boss, just to go see Twuan. I sure hope none of those kids got it twisted, esp. after his Epicly Later'd where he was basically a drunken belligerent dickhole, thinkin that shits cool. Pickin fights with friends, strangers, actin like some fuckin macho douchebag. Crazy how he's like the nicest, coolest dude when sober, yet a fuckin animal when drinkin. Know your limits ,know who you are when drunk. Keep on keepin on Antwuan. I wanna see a full part soon, motherfucker! Clean an sober baby, One day at a time!

[@Krimbopulous]

His Epicly Later'd was one of the most upsetting things I'd ever watched. SO happy to see this guy rise up again, feels like we don't see good news enough anymore. Made my day.

[@stevenlittle1408]

Omfg antwuan is the fucking man holy shit i forgot how damn talented he is. My condolences Twuan for losing your momma i know she was your main supporter and inspiration to do well.. STAY UP TWUAN ITS SO BEAUTIFUL TO SEE YOU THIS WAY BEYOND POETRY IN MOTION!! \..../\m/\..../\m/\..../\m/\..../\m/

[@znshajbs]

Final song? Please i'm in love

[@1188clean]

Stop smoking cigs too

[@ninoamaru]

This is the moment we've all been wanting and waiting for. Glad to see him happier an trying stay clean.. We Love you Twuan and we always had and will have yo back.. Skate till the wheels fall off!

[@Distaval]

That was all good news. So glad to see Antwuan skating again and coming out strong! I hope him and Herman get back on their boards and make a new video.

[@BeckeyGirard]

Wow Antwan you have an amazing story. I will keep you and your sobriety in my prayers. May God bless and keep you peace and love brother

[@ph0kused]

By far the best style in the game. Lots of people try to imitate his style but theres only ONE A.Dixon! #legend hope the dude stays clean. The game needs him

[@nickfurr5383]

Nothing but love, been watching you since baker 3 debut. Wishing you the best brother. Never been another like you.

[@joeyclemenza7339]

Twuan is one of the most inspiring stories in all skating... as is Brandon Novak.. My next hope is for Bam Bam to finally clean his shit up once and for all... I remember being 19 and seeing CKY for the first time and deciding that HE was going to be my hero. He still is... we’re still in your corner, Bam!!! I love Twuan’s story.... may it inspire millions.

[@butterboiii]

Makes me happy seeing him be true to himself and try and stay on the right path! Still one of my favorite skaters . Much love over here Antwuan

[@danielmcginnis5134]

never thought i would see the day that antwuan dixon would become sober. soo stoked that he did and he still got that steezy style too. makes me want to get sober.

[@hippywolf]

HELL YES! Congrats Antwuan!!!! This is the best. You are loved by skating for your skating and your skating. And skating is a extension of a skaters personality. I don't know if you will read these comments but you inspire every fucking person out there. I am coming up on 3 years and it gets easier-it gets better for what it is worth. Sobriety is the sickest trick of all.

[@egguw]

Twuan has always been a solider glad too see him coming back up

[@1oooo798]

Much respect for anybody who stays sober. Keep it up Antwuan!

[@adammercysystem6450]

Good to see him back. Can't wait to see some more of that naturally gifted skateboarding skill. Keep it up Antwuan, the world needs you.

[@Greg-TC]

After watching that 4 part series on vice with him constantly dealing with police and being so faded he can’t form coherent sentences, it’s amazing to see him sober. He seems like a kind, intelligent young man with a bright future ahead of him. I wish him the best of luck. He’s putting in the hard work to get him where his natural talent has the potential to get him

[@MrKralvezir]

I'm so glad to see Dixon is back ! Stay positive and strong G !

[@ninjobrown6868]

Life is definitely a struggle, but in it there's a balance there no good times with out the bad an vice versa, no bad without good. Glad to see you doing what you love Antwuan, stay positive.

[@adamturner1563]

Stay strong BIG TWAUN. Love from wales 👊

[@Zroee]

I miss this man so much he inspired me alot as a teenager hopefully he will make a full return to the skate scene one day

[@61vibefilms78]

I'm rooting for you Antwaun. One of my very best friends who reminds me so much of you is basically another version of you. He is that one dude who was a super talented skateboarder who should of went pro got involved with pills and alcohol and piled up some felonies and now his dream is no longer feasible along side his life is that much harder cause of his decisions. I hope the best for you, like i do for him. Stay focused and spread positivity.