Shaun White on Competing in Beijing, Grappling with Retirement & Why He Cut His Hair

Jimmy gives Shaun a gift from his son Billy who had the same heart surgery that Shaun had, and Shaun talks about meeting some of his younger competitors, what makes snowboarding more difficult as you age, falling on his last run and finishing fourth, contemplating a return and the idea of retiring, going to the Super Bowl, an old interview from his teenage years where he claims he was drinking Mountain Dew, cutting his hair because of Carrot Top.
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[@Rebeccaa54687]

The fact that he went over to shake Guillermo’s hand when he came in is awesome. I’ve never seen any other guest on this show do that. Shaun is such a class act in so many ways.

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

He has habitually done abhorrent things. A real "class act."

[@De4d4TheRest]

i think mark wahlberg did too not sure though, word , nice to see

[@P.dripps92]

I love watching Kimmel but Guillermo is there for a cheap joke which I don’t like.. some guests realize that and shake his hand and I love that. Maybe its just me but thats how I see it sometimes

[@JIbanez1989]

HES THE 🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@jamesandrews568]

That's what happens when you take shrooms and smoke a bunch of marijuana, you become super considerate, have gratitude and respect others.

[@JeighNeither]

I love the news host's reaction when he tells her, "I'm talkin Mountain Dews baby".

[@thedarkknight2221]

As a 90’s kid I grew up on the holy trinity of X Games sports, Tony Hawk, Matt Hoffman, and Shaun White. This man didn’t get a medal at Beijing, but he is something far better than a medalist, a LEGEND! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@sshaw4429]

Amen!!

[@merakki]

Dave Mirra man

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

Except Tony Hawk and Mat Hoffman didn't sexually harrass people.

[@skahler]

Whoa hold up. Dave Mirra! Heh.

[@koco23]

My family & I met Shaun years ago at an event in Chicago & he was the sweetest, friendliest soul! It’s been amazing watching his success throughout the years.

[@fleetwood7538]

He was very rude to us. Probably because my skin isn't white.

[@adamfanalways]

Shaun is the GOAT and a Legend nothing left to prove!! He brought so much to the sport and the x-games and his career speaks for him! So happy to have lived in the era of Shaun White! Can’t believe I’ll never see him in the Halfpipe again!

[@PlanetRylosIV]

Maybe not in the Olympic games, but I’m sure we haven’t seen the last of Shaun yet.

[@RL-wu1jf]

@@PlanetRylosIV k hi Jj jobvhbbukuvbju my blu I

[@sciencebunny]

Shaun doesn’t seem to understand that he’s a legend. Nobody was gonna disrespect a 5 time Olympian who shaped the sport into what it is today. 🐐

[@PremierCCGuyMMXVI]

Absolute legend, even though he didn’t win any medals this year, he forever changed the sport

[@Mattlovesanime64]

I remember the show when Jimmy announced his newly born son’s heart condition. You could tell that having Shaun there gave Jimmy some much needed hope.

[@patevans3709]

I am 68 yo and I have known about Shaun since his skateboarding days with Tony Hawk--Age means nothing! He has been at the last 5 Olympics, and medaled all except this one!

[@xxwhispersxx2856]

It was really sweet that Shaun dropped everything to fly out and do that short interview too. (Even tho I'm sure it was much longer bts.)

[@jzz8860]

huge respect to this legend

[@worldcitizeng6507]

This interview ending was too funny 😁 😂 😂 I always wondered about his flying tomatoes hair

[@reaper2478]

Gingers always Unite! 🤣🤣🤣 And WOW, his impersonating Carrot Top was So spot on! I lost it! 😂😂👍

[@barrybands3897]

Damn that would have been insane if he didn’t clip the deck on that 1440, and then attempted a triple cork on the last hit. 🤯 Especially after all he went thru 8 years ago trying to learn it. Thank you for all the inspiration and progression you gave to snowboarding Shaun! ✈️ 🍅 🏂

[@travisd8209]

Ikr. Hearing that made me more upset that he fell. Imagine his final trick of his career was landing a triple cork

[@lorencappelson6475]

Dude, yes. I am rly glad Jimmy asked about this bc it was my question too - DID YOU HAVE A TRIPLE CORK?? WAS THAT GOING TO BE YOUR LAST HIT??? Bc that would have been sick! I don't even care if it had been perfect or what the final standings would have been after (although you gotta imagine he would have medaled), I just wanted to see it. Last surprise on his last ran, possibly disrupting everything. I thought he would have retired after 2018 so that he went back, you knew it was to compete, and to compete was to do the triple cork. That would have been truly amazing, and I am kinda glad to know he at least had it in his pocket. I loved this interview and was happy to hear him express some regret/disappointment (which felt honest) but mostly be proud of what he's accomplished and how much this sport has progressed. It was truly a special moment to see him compete one last time.

[@lisaaustin8150]

This GUY IS A BEAST! The sport will never be the same for me….you will truly be missed 💔🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Joelyne37]

He himself might not have gotten a medal but his legacy won a bronze, silver, and gold medal that day! A piece of him was up there on that podium with every single winner. He can be proud that all three of those men with medals around their necks are there BECAUSE of him, and that’s something so much more important than him ending up on that podium. They are his legacy

[@rikkiechambers4959]

I have followed him his whole career , what an incredible athlete , and he genuinely seems like a fun guy to hang out with too . Great interview Jimmy ! Thank you for making me laugh every night .

[@samsunguser3438]

Shaun has great comedic timing and displays such a wonderful down to earth personality that I truly believe he'll be an excellent mentor should he choose to step down that path, especially because of all the legendary making time and effort he's put into honing his craft!

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

@B Babbich His sexual harrassment is so inspirational.

[@vmwindustries]

As a Canadian, he's our competitor, but I must say that he's a legend of the sport!

[@JustAnotherBlader]

What a breath of fresh air after all the drama with the ice skaters. Here’s an athlete that knows how to accept his loss gracefully.

[@christinabauermeister7867]

right and i stopped watching the olympics after he was finished and stupid drama

[@BennyDeeOz]

What a personality dude should move to entertainment industry would smash it”We talking about Mountain Dew Baby 🤘🏻”

[@HBarnill]

Don't feel bad, bro. Even Tom Brady lost in his last game.

[@toddu4067]

but it wasn't Brady's last game mate

[@dp7534]

Good humble and funny guy! Thanks for an exciting run Shaun- you are a legend! Good luck in all your future endeavors!

[@JessTheory]

I didn't know he was so young! I'm only 3 yrs younger but he's so epic and hugely talented that he seems older and more experienced. I totally get why at the beginning they mentioned how the announcers acted as if he was Bob barker

[@wopalongcassidy]

That Carrot top story..Fn brilliant !

[@SeXyBosnian1111]

Such a wholesome dude and obviously the GOAT in what he does. Really hoped he'd take out Gold but what a career.

[@americanpancakelive]

I guess you have never heard about the sexual harassment cases he settled in the past

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

@@americanpancakelive It's weird how people are so quick to idolize instead of doing the research and holding people to the minimum standard of basic human decency.

[@sttroner]

The flying tomato 🤣

[@carolbenson6524]

My favorite Olympian!!! Thanks 🏂

[@carlporrino1575]

Too old to know who Shaun White was, but impressed with how nice and humorous he is. Continued success in retirement!

[@Dog_will_hunt]

Too old? Has nothing to do with age. Do you watch the Olympics? He's been in the last five Olympics and has won three gold medals. My dad is 83 and knows who he is.

[@geeayy8748]

I think we'll see him at the Olympics again. He'll make a great coach one day!

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

Maybe he can teach the athletes he coaches how to sexually harrass people.

[@xxwhispersxx2856]

​@@ShouldHaveBeen That was never proven, babe.

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

@@xxwhispersxx2856 There's no proof huh? He paid her off and said he was sorry. He has acted like a privileged child and a bad person more than a couple of times. There are much better people to train and coach and mentor these athletes. There are better people to look up to.

[@ceciliarauth6113]

Congratulations, Shaun!👍🥰👏👏👏

[@melarri]

So happy a guy like this is a "GOAT"...seems so authentic and cool...what most would want someone to be...

[@EmiLovesHamiAnBambii]

That was such a move from Carrot Top😂😂 jealous how good Shaun's hair looked long 😂

[@NewMessage]

You'll get nothing but respect from me.. I can't even stay standing up on a stationary snowboard.

[@skahler]

What a great interview!!! Loved it.

[@csrb338]

Greatest half pipe rider.

[@Dog_will_hunt]

Was the greatest.

[@amedori18]

So glad Jimmy mentioned how the announcers kept calling Shaun “old.” It was annoying to hear it while watching Shaun compete! Shaun, you’ll forever be the king of halfpipe!!! 🤘🏽

[@gta9209]

What a great interview!!

[@joeybaby.]

Shawn is such a wonderful champion . What a bright light in sports . Rich blessings to him always .

[@CaptainFuckboy]

how do you spell his name wrong when it’s literally right there in front of you?

[@carolandrews9406]

Shaun made boarding what it is. Forever 🐐 Bravo Shaun ! Loved watching you, man !

[@christophsteiner60]

Shaun is living the life! Congrats are a stellar career! Much success

[@aaronn9833]

Jimmey almost made it through a segment with out displaying his TDS. He has come along way. Love seeing these two CHD families hang out. Shaun White is a big deal in this house because of his condition.

[@andrewwiggins3190]

As an investing enthusiast, I often wonder how top level investors are able to become millionaires off investing. I do have a significant amount of capital that is required to start up but I have no idea what strategies and direction I need to approach to help me make decent returns

[@24ever12]

If you're in it for the Long haul, treat investing like buying Gas. Buy only the good stuff. Buy regularly despite the price. And know over time it's sure to go up. Lol

[@wildtxboy6083]

Before investing, I would highly recommend you to read a few books before. Books like Common stock and uncommon profits and the intelligent investor. They will help you alot

[@josefkurtz2622]

If you are not conversant with the markets, I'd advise you to get some kind of advise or assistance from a financial/investing coach. It might sound basic or generic, but getting in touch with an investment broker was how I was able to outperform the market and raise a profit of $250,000 since Jan. For me, its the most ideal way to jump into the market these days

[@dermariobenjamin9964]

@@josefkurtz2622 please who is the broker that assist you with your investment and if you dont mind, how do i get in touch with them?

[@josefkurtz2622]

@@dermariobenjamin9964 Her name is Stacey Lee Jamieson It will be a financial error to invest aggressively without any form of professional advice or guidance. Just search her webpage online if you care supervision.

[@gametime3604]

This videos make our day better

[@mariedew552]

So much respect and admiration…from someone who can hardly stay upright on a snowboard 😢

[@mdc4runner]

I’m talking Marie Dews baby!

[@Elbown]

I’m talking mountain dews baby

[@prowelsh56]

so want to hear more from Shaun...funny, smart, engaging...def tune in...awesome guy

[@Alvan81]

And respect to Carrot Top for helping Shaun with good advice.

[@toddu4067]

his run-in with the "Top", omg that had me in tears🤣

[@steveg9863]

Stellar interview, stellar guest.

[@gusgus8134]

The short hair looks great!

[@kimberelydavis379]

Love him! ❤️

[@BrenB125]

He inspired my son to snowboard, I like to re-watch the performances when he won gold.

[@13blackcatzzz]

Epic hair story!

[@sshaw4429]

And WE LOVE LOVE LOVE HIM! what a stellar young man.

[@kellywilson8455]

Just watching him makes me happy! He seems like such a genuine, sweet, humble man. I can't wait to see what the future holds for him. To me, he will always be the best snowboarder ever!

[@henryd.h.7725]

That '06 clip will forever be goated

[@alisalaska1786]

Lol I saw you right after you cut your hair and it was like “is that him??”. We were so confused. No one around noticed but we were like “who are these rich hipsters in the bar?” And knew something was up, just by the group’s clothing 🤣🤣

[@sub-zero710]

As an avid snowboarder myself, I'm so happy to be able to say what a great name he gives the sport.

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

He doesn't represent snowboarding or its culture. He sexually harrasses people and acts like a privileged child.

[@wayneboyd4372]

Nice to hear the young ones are respecting the oldies/seniors. It's such a young person's sport.

[@xxwhispersxx2856]

It was so sweet after he finished his final run and his teammates and other competitors were thanking him for being a huge influence and a mentor.

[@vagirlf.4513]

Absolute joy watching you In Beijing! Great job Shaun !

[@jasonengland6372]

“Be there as a mentor” that’s solid the dude is so awesome

[@andyinoregon]

Shaun White is a better-looking version of Chip from the '60s TV show "My Three Sons."

[@meta6312]

I played his video games and the snowboarding roadtrip is my favorite.

[@KingKobra49]

Hey, you ! I want you to get up and take a little step 🚶🏽. I know I may feel impossible, I need you to work hard, trust the process, and have faith 🙏🏽❤️‍🔥!

[@heatherstahlnecker9270]

"i'm talking about Mt.Dews BABY" :)

[@greg-op2jh]

He seems like a wonderful person and he is so talented. I wish him very well!

[@moresnacksplease526]

As a male ginger, I'm represented in the media by Bill Burr, Carrot Top, Ron Howard, Donald Trump, and... I guess maybe Connor McGregor? Sean White gives me hope for my people.

[@JessTheory]

I am a female ginger and I support our journey to find representation😅

[@kbanghart]

Trump??? That's an orange mess.

[@clydevillamor217]

Isn’t Ed Sheeran the face of male gingers

[@Jean-tt6on]

@@clydevillamor217 Nope, Ron Weasley is.

[@patevans3709]

I would not include DJT in that list--ge has not been a true anything--especially hus hair and honesty! YUCK!

[@TrillBelichick]

🐐 I grew up watching him. He’s 4 years older than me it’s been an honor.

[@JonnyDIY]

Mt. Dew BABY!!! 🤣💕👍

[@traciberry5141]

Omg. His carrot top story was HILARIOUS

[@deadinthebed963]

not especially

[@DOLsenior]

Billy Kimmel is an awesome kid...giving his shark as a gift gift.

[@drlessismore]

What a nice guy. Happy for him 👍🏼

[@jasonlange6439]

So GREAT!!!!!!!

[@jennifersmith6736]

Fun interview.

[@tomkuse7037]

The power and greatness was in his hair !

[@dienadel30]

I was about to crack a dad joke about Prop Comedy, Shaun ruined it ruined it ! lol Great interview with a Legend !

[@sonjadoyle2761]

Awe. So sweet.

[@ellasmommy9278]

I still consider him a GOAT. It's sad he didn't meddle on his retirement year, but he's still amazing

[@P.dripps92]

I rented Shaun White’s video game back in the Blockbuster days! I loved t!

[@heyysarahh8257]

Excited

[@marcengel4394]

I've always loved and respected Mr. White for his ability and character. I remember watching him when he first hit the x games scene. Never watched or cared about those games, or snowboarding for that matter, but when he started down the half pipe and hit that 1st jump..I had to stop and watch because he was that electric and explosive. This was back when they ran a pull to see what his nickname was going to be.. The flying tomato! 🍅 The absolute snowboarding GOAT. TAKE ER EASY BROTHER!

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

It takes real character to sexually harrass people and act abhorrently when the cameras aren't on you.

[@marcengel4394]

@@ShouldHaveBeen this isn't the place for your negative condescending comments and attitude. We all have had moments of bad judgement and questionable actions. None of which take away from this man's career and impact on those who enjoy what he does.

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

@@marcengel4394 Um, that's exactly what it should do, it should take away from his "accomplishments." He's a circus performer, and he should be held to a standard of human decency if he's going to be a cultural representative and role model. My condescension is welcome wherever free speech is, it just comes from a place where defending something so terrible would make me feel bad. It's strange that you don't. Fact is: you decided you loved and respected him. Pick your heroes better.

[@supernova3723]

Congrats on ur wonderful career. Thanku & enjoy now.

[@eclectic1234]

legend, you rock SW!

[@kellyanderson7624]

It's so weird seeing Olympic athletes in normal clothes and shoes lol

[@kristiekinzig436]

What a humble nice guy. He seems so modest about being the GOAT 🐐 to the next generation of snowboarding 🏂 SHAUN YOUR MARK IS PERMANENTE AND LEGENDARY

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

His mark is sexual harrassment and bad character.

[@joanneweiss3864]

Memories from watching his first Olympics with my son in middle school then, & he's remained humble & awesome since day 1!!! A true athlete GOAT👏👏👏

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

He's remained humble and awesome? Do some research. He's hardly a person anyone should look up to.

[@annmercado4810]

You are amazing 😘😘

[@user-vf6kb3dz3d]

6:44 - 6:52😂

[@UserInterface00]

Shaun White will forever be the GOAT to me, but what the Hirano brothers are doing are in a stratosphere beyond White’s prime. If you guys don’t know them, they literally fly to the moon on the pipe.

[@tos100returns]

He still be drinkin that Mountain Dew

[@sixfigureskibum]

Omg!!! The carrot top story. I always got the two confuzed

[@eddiemurphy2036]

All respect to Mr White , but the greatest snowboarder of all time will Always be , Craig Kelly , who chose soul over competition to guide us all to a future of cooperation , by being the champion of freeriding.......R.I.P.

[@gogofastful]

Or Terje.

[@janedoyle5340]

the long hair was beautiful

[@MinLee2]

He seems like a genuinely nice dude.

[@DOLsenior]

I heard he is a jerk.

[@xxwhispersxx2856]

@@DOLsenior Idk, he works with Make a Wish for free. Not many jerks do that.

[@DOLsenior]

@@xxwhispersxx2856 on a personal level...maybe..perhaps what I heard is bull🤷🏻

[@megan-ke4xw]

I feel like he could be a really cool host on SNL

[@nightwing.3378]

I just have a heart surgery aswell but the best part was it free in Denmark compared to USA.

[@Chr1st8l]

He’s diabolical hahaha

[@johnschwab3749]

Wow. What an authentic guy!

[@wood8715]

Wow the carot top story is crazy!

[@stacyfabiszewski4633]

Shaun ! You are definitely the G.O. A. T of Snow boarding ! I have watched you through your entire career! You are Amazing, so humble, kindhearted and just a great guy ! Thank you so much for all your hard work, and representing the U.S. A. !!!!!!. Please know all of this ! You are one of a kind ! No one will ever top you ! I'm such a HUGE fan of yours

[@ShouldHaveBeen]

He definitely sexually harrasses people is the most humble and kind hearted manner.

[@d.c.1059]

Hey Kook you ruined my Thursday I wanted to skate!!!!