Letícia Bufoni e Silva, commonly known as Leticia Bufoni, is a high-achieving Brazilian-American professional street skateboarder.
She has cemented her status as one of the world’s top female street skaters by winning six gold medals at the X Games, one of the most prestigious skateboarding competitions.
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- Full name: Leticia Bufoni e Silva
- Stage Name: Leticia Bufoni
- Date of birth: April 13, 1993
- Age: 31 years old
- Place of birth: São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
- Nationality: Brazilian
- Occupation: Street Skater
- Height: 1.6m
- Parents: Claudete Buffoni Crud and Jaime José da Silva
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million
Early life and education
Letícia Bufoni was born on April 13, 1993, in São Paulo, Brazil. Bufoni was raised by her parents, Claudete Buffoni Crud and Jaime José da Silva, although details about any potential siblings are unknown. Bufoni attended Hollywood High School. Her ethnicity is Brazilian and her religion is Christian.
Career
Leticia Bufoni’s skateboarding career has been nothing short of remarkable. Starting her journey at a young age, she quickly made her mark in the sport, competing in her first X Games at just 14 years old in 2007. Her rise to fame was swift and impressive.
As the “Queen of the X Games,” Bufoni holds the record for most X Games gold medals in Women’s Street Skateboarding, with an incredible six titles, including a record six consecutive wins from 2010 to 2014. Her dominance in the prestigious competition is truly unparalleled.
The Brazilian skateboarder’s remarkable career has pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in the sport. In 2023, Bufoni set two incredible Guinness World Records: the tallest skateboard off the tail of a flying plane (9,022ft) and the largest skateboarding platform built on an airplane and flying. These feats further cement her legacy as a true innovator and pioneer in the world of skateboarding.
Awards and nominations
- X Games: Six-time gold medalist in women’s street skateboarding [most ever]
- Guinness World Records:
- Most Street Skateboard Gold Medals Won at X Games (Women)
- Most medals won in X Games summer events (women)
- SLS Super Crown Champion
- Named by Forbes in the list of Most Powerful Women in International Sports (2018)
- Queen of Red Bull Paris Conquest (2021)
Social media
- Instagram name: @leticiabufoni
- Facebook Name: Leticia Bufoni
- Twitter Username: @leticiabufoni
Personal life
Letícia Bufoni is currently single. In 2020, it was reported that she was dating Brazilian footballer Neymar, but the details and timeline of their relationship, including when they might split, have not been made public. Letícia Bufoni has no children.
Net worth
Letícia Bufoni is a Brazilian professional skateboarder whose career, while impressive, may not be as widely known in the mainstream media as some other famous athletes. According to current estimates, her net worth is believed to be between $1 million and $5 million.
