The action sports community is in mourning over the death of Australian snowboarder Luke Trembath who has passed away aged 38.
Trembath known as “The Dingo” passed away this week with news of his death breaking on Thursday.
His cause of death is not known at this time.
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Trembath was born in Mt Martha, Victoria, and started snowboarding at the age of nine.
By 11, he was a name on the national scene and began travelling with Team Australia at 13.
The next year he relocated the US and lived in Colorado before moving to California.
“My mum quit everything had moved to the states with me so I could train with the US team,” he said in 2020.
He turned professional at 17 and co-founded Grenade Gloves, a snowboard glove brand.
Luke Trembath was 38. Getty
After hanging up the board he starred in five seasons of the Fuel TV series The Adventures of Danny and the Dingo alongside two-time Olympic silver medallist Danny Kass.
He also hosted the “Unleashed Podcast” with Danny Kass and former UFC ring girl Brittney Palmer.
Palmer posted two Instagram Stories in tribute to Trembath on Friday, “A loss for words,” she wrote.
Adding in a second Story, “I can’t believe this.”
Trembath’s passing has sparked a flurry of tributes from some of the biggest names in the action sports world.
Skateboard legend Tony Hawk wrote: “Words cannot describe the joy this guy brought to every gathering. His laughter was magically contagious, and he revered our culture because he was shaped by it.
“Thank you Dingo for being The Great Connector in our fragmented world. We were lucky to have you. The void you leave behind cannot be filled.”
Canadian singer Avril Lavigne said: “You have always lifted up your friends and we will continue to feel your light when we talk about you. Thank you for some of the best times, the best laughs and now the best memories. We love you for ever and ever
Former NASCAR racing champion Kurt Busch: “RIP my good friend Luke. Your smile and energy will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
“I’ll race in Australia with your Aussie Dingo spirit sitting shotgun. #brother.”
Jeff Baker, publisher of Snowboard Magazine, where Mr Trembath was a columnist, said Trembath was gone “far too soon.”
“My fondest memory of Dingo was EVERY TIME I saw him in person. Whether it was a day or a year since you last saw him, Dingo always welcomed you with a big warm hug, huge smile, and a fun story,” he wrote.
TV personality Holly Madison also paid tribute, saying, “This is rough but I’m terrified for so many people I know who you meant so much to. I want to say ‘rest easy’ but I hope you are busy and laughing wherever you are.’
Australian BMX rider Jaie Toohey wrote: “One of the most incredible people I’ve ever met with the biggest heart.
Luke “the Dingo” Trembath. Getty
“We shared some pretty amazing memories together throughout all the years we have known each other and those I will hold onto forever.”
The Monster Energy tribute read: “Our Monster family is heartbroken today, and we honor the legendary Luke ‘The Dingo’ Trembath. His unparalleled passion and energy were infectious, lighting up everything he touched.
“We’ll forever remember his iconic laugh, his love for racing suits, and his genuine ability to connect with everyone he met. Here’s to you Dingo, you’ll be deeply missed and forever remembered.”
There are reports that Trembath had recently dealt with the tragic death of his older brother.
In a 2020 interview, Mr Trembath said he moved to America from Mt Martha after becoming a nationally recognised snowboarder early in his teens.
“It’s all about the journey, not the destination. I relocated to America to pursue my dreams. So many people focus on the destination and forget about the journey,” he said.
“I will never have a destination; I will be forever on my journey.”
