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The pumpkin patch in Los Angeles was the place where a family fun and partying activity took place, and there was also the ex-‘Jackass’ hero Bam Margera together with his small son Phoenix. This casual visit was not only a glimpse into the life of the skater as a father but also, to some extent, his current personal journey.
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Bam Margera managed to convey a little yet loving peep into his private life by sharing an image from a pumpkin patch in Los Angeles. The photo showed Margera was with his kid, Phoenix Wolf, and a friend, the painter Nava Rone. This pumpkin patch visit is a symbol of the star taking a break, concentrating on family, and subtly revealing to the world his personal issues. The post didn’t have a dramatic caption; it just let the beautiful scene tell itself.
The picture of a father and his son enjoying the classic Halloween activity was really very nice. One of the users expressed sheer happiness at the photo by saying, ‘I love this picture!!! Happy Halloween.’ Another user supported the first one by saying, ‘awwww cute – pumpkin patches are the coolest,’ which highlighted the universal appeal of such simple, parent-child moments.
Another person noticed the interesting diversity and said, ‘You’re hanging out with Elvis’ grandson? That’s dope,’ referring to Rone’s well-known status as being the grandson of the legendary musician Elvis Presley, who is the father of no one else but Nava Rone. Another user joined in and outrightly admired Rone by saying, ‘@nava_rone is the man!!!!! Miss that dude!’
Most significantly, a comment on the post connected the peaceful outing with Margera’s highly publicized personal troubles. The comment, ‘Congrats on almost a year sober brotha !’ was both a public recognition and a showing of support for the skateboarder’s struggle with addiction. It is an indication of the extent to which his fans are not only tuning in to his public appearances but also inquiring about his personal milestones and health.
For Bam Margera, being a celebrity has always meant a combination of professional accomplishments and very frank personal downs. His drug addiction and legal issues have constantly been reported in the press which made the periods of calmness and family sharing very attractive to the public. Though the pumpkin patch visit was an unremarkable event, it was perceived by many as a sign of his present path and commitment to his son with whom he shares custody, along with ex-wife Nicole Boyd. This cross-country journey to see his son highlights his dedication.
The outing was almost the complete opposite of the kind of atmosphere that usually accompanies his ‘Jackass’ role. Instead of playing tricks and creating havoc, the only activities allowed now are choosing pumpkins and preserving the experiences as memories with his child. It is now very clear that his fans are supporting the transition in the storyline as evidenced by the overwhelming and supportive reactions to his post. It is a reminder that there is a person behind the glamorous celebrity world who is trying to stay fit and have fun with his family.
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In the long run, the pumpkin patch visit might have appeared as a seasonal photo shoot opportunity for Bam Margera, but it also has been another indication of a less hectic and more stable life. His followers are always very happy to celebrate and witness such happenings. He has also recently documented a historic skateboarding feat. A surprise night out with Steel Panther was another recent event. In other celebrity news, Phoenix Suns legend Amare Stoudemire recently returned to the arena. Margera also announced his final day at NYC Comic Con with a unique twist.
This story originally appeared on Celebrityinsider
