TV Host & Thrillseeker: Live Life to the Fullest – Stunt Coordinator / Stuntman / Extreme Athlete
Program Titles
- Thrillseeker: Pyro Moto, Car stunts
- World’s First Pyro (FIRE) Motorized Skate Ride
- World’s First Pyro (FIRE)
- 1000′ Skyscraper Descent as Spiderman
- Team Building
Rich Hopkins, the Godfather of Adrenaline / Extreme, is a Sports TV Host for Planet X-Prime Network and a Stuntman. Rich developed his action skills, which launched him into films, television, music videos, commercials, and live events.
He has been a visionary behind the extreme sports industry. As a stunt coordinator, TV personality, and producer, he has produced heart-pounding shows and corporate events for hundreds of delighted clients.
The show/event client list includes Pepsi Cola, Bacardi, American Express, Blockbuster Entertainment, Bud Light, VH1, ESPN 2, the Discovery Channel, Six Flags, Nike, Sprint, Philips Electronics, Princeton Review, Harley Davidson, and Fandango (Matrix Reloaded).
Rich Hopkins (affectionately known as the “King of Extreme”) developed a taste for adrenaline!! “My first ‘Stunt’ was when as a toddler my dad would throw me up in the air and catch me”, “One time I crashed into the headboard on my way down…and the rest is history”.
Rich is one of the most accomplished TPHS Alumni in the Film & TV industry!
“Stunts” started as live Shows and Corporate events, then moved to Action Sports TV shows and Commercials, and now every aspect of filming relates to Stunts. From film, television, music videos, and commercials to live events, Rich has been a driving force behind the extreme/action
sports industry since the beginning, and he coined the phrase “Extreme Sports” way before there was such a thing as the “X-Games” or Action Sports.
“Over the Edge” sports, events, and productions, Rich further extends his expertise in the industry as a Brand Specialist, Motivational Speaker, and TV personality.
He has worked with such brands as Ironclad Gloves, Skechers, Powerbar, Brut Actif, Outback Mountainboards, Sector Sport Watches, Moto-Sk8, Zabas Mexican Grill, and Blu-Blocker Sunglasses. ” Rich is a true pioneer. His tireless drive and vision have brought action sports to all mediums of the entertainment industry!
Rich has received accolades for performing:
“World’s 1st Pyrotechnic Bungy Jump”,
Performing the “World’s 1st Pyrotechnic Motorized In-Line Skate Run”
“1000’ Skyscraper descender/rappel from the Renaissance Tower on Halloween as “SPIDERMAN”.
* STUNT COORDINATOR * STUNTMAN * ACTOR * PRO DRIVER * UNIT DIRECTOR * PRODUCER * • * TV & RADIO PERSONALITY *
Rich has worked as a professional actor, stuntman and/or stunt coordinator, 2nd Unit Director & Stunt, and experienced driver on over 300 films, television shows, commercials, music videos, and live events. Since its beginning, he has produced hundreds of “Live Shows,” further shaping the industry.
Rich has been featured and interviewed by countless local, regional, national, and International TV shows, magazines, newspapers, and radio stations regarding his exciting work.
Interviews: “Metal Masters TV” with Skid Row, Extreme, Slaughter, Warrant, Dokken, Vince Neil, Collective Soul, Ugly
Kid Joe, Type O Negative…
Athletes: F1 Driver Nico Rosberg, Jeff Gordon, Las Vegas Golden Knights players Ryan Reaves & Max Pacioretty, Tennis Pros:
Andre Agassi (Stunt Double), Anna Kournikova, Venus Williams, Andy Murray, LA Raiders: Bob Golic & Howie Long, Terry
Bradshaw, Summer Sanders, Randy Couture, Phil Mickelson, Interviews with TJ Lavin, Mat Hoffman, Arlo Eisenberg…
Rich Hopkins is one of the few men in the industry who has been able to excel in the stunts that he specializes in and
Coordinates: Fire Burns, High Falls, Zip-Lines, Air Rams, Ratchets, Wire Work, Weapons, Bullet Hits (Squibs), Car Transfers,
Stunt & Precision Driving, Stunt Fighting, and various extreme sports and stunts.
Additional action: ATV’s, Rock Climbing, Skiing, Surfing, Jet-Skiing, Cliff/Bridge Jumping, Firewalking, Snowboarding, In-Line Skating, bungee jumping, Paragliding, Skydiving, Sand Surfing, Mountainboarding, Kayaking, Moto SK8 Racing, and even Hovercrafts.
Rich has worked with charities, especially ones that help children. Including Adam Bergen’s “87 Plays Foundation”, MADD, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Make a Wish, D.A.R.E., Candelighters Foundation, and Spread the Word Nevada.
Rich has been a Driving Instructor for “Drivers Edge,” working with teens on defensive and evasive driving techniques.
As a Defensive Driving Instructor, he is widely recognized as one of the “Extreme Pioneers” in Action/Adventure/Adrenaline Sports.
He will custom-design an exciting participant-friendly team-building event.
• Stunt Experience
• Ninja Warrior Courses
• Action Sports Challenges
• Obstacle Courses
• Ride & Drive Programs
• Autocross Challenge
• Outdoor Adventures
• Arial Adventures
• Off-Road Action
Media | Marketing
He has worked with dozens of Fortune 500 and top Public Relations and Brand Marketing companies. He will work with your team on Concepts, Designs, Grassroots campaigns, Promotional Tours, and Brand Rollouts. Our team can support performers, equipment, logistics, pyrotechnics, permitting, insurance, and staff.
Production Services
With experience in over 300 films, television shows, commercials, music videos, and other advertising, marketing, and promotional campaigns, we can provide for any of your production needs, including grip and lighting, location scouting, EMT/Safety Personnel, all crew, and any other production service. Complete Stunt Coordination and location scouting are also available for your productions.
Action Sports Management
Available for: Personal Appearances, Political Appearances, Product Endorsement, Speaking Engagements, Television Commercials, Television Hosting, Commercial Print, Sports Modeling, Event Planners, Theme Park Consultants, Action Sports Tours, and Product Promotions.
Gear & Equipment Testing
Available to test your products and/or gear…From R&D to final production, we will give your designers the insight (from a professional athlete/stunt performer’s perspective) to develop the BEST possible Products!!.. Past Clients Include: Ironclad Gloves, Dryve Disc Golf, Moto-Sk8, Outback Mountainboards, Carve Boards, Skate Cat, Skeletools,
Theme Park Design
Working with our partners on Theme Show Design, Safety Consulting, Installation and Personnel.. Hired by the Prime Minister of Aruba to develop, design & build the First “Professional Skate Park” in Aruba. Other theme park Clients include Six Flags / Hurricane Harbor, SeaWorld, and Wet N Wild.
Product & Company Endorsement
Athletes and Stunt Performers are available for product endorsements, branding, and sponsorship opportunities. Clients Include Ironclad Gloves, Dryve Disc Golf, Deist Safety, Octane Java, Harley-Davidson, Bad Boy, Xlete, and Bass Ale.
Action Sports
Extreme/Action Sports Athletes and Stunt Performers are available for sports print modeling, advertising, marketing, or promotional campaigns. Clients Include: Octane Java, Harley-Davidson, ESPN, Xlete, Career Experience
Motivational Speakers
We are some of the world’s best extreme sports celebrities and film and TV stunt performers. We are available for corporate functions, charity events, grand openings, schools, and fundraisers.
Stock Footage & Photos
The world’s greatest extreme sports, professional stunts, behind-the-scenes footage, world record events, and more are available in various formats!
Rich Hopkins is infectiously spreading his desire for “Safety,” catapulting the action sports and stunt industry into the Future!
Throughout his career, Rich has worked closely with an impressive array of celebrities in varying capacities, including:
Actors & Celebrities: Al Pacino, Mel Gibson, Ben Affleck, Nicholas Cage, Vince Vaughn, Mickey Roarke, Wesley Snipes, Kevin
Hart, Sir Richard Branson, Criss Angel, Mark Hamill, Caleb Landry Jones, Simon Rex, Sarah Palin, Tony Todd, and Kiernan Shipka
“Dog the Bounty Hunter”, Tara Reid, Danny Trejo, Dave Franco, Michael Biehn, Dakota Fanning, Malin Ackerman, Evan Rachel
Wood, Tom Arnold, Zoe Kravitz, Chef Robert Irvine, Chris Mintz-Plasse, Jeff Fahey, Frank Dillane, Tiffany Haddish, Crispin
Glover, Jon Bernthal, James Duval, Frankie Lapenna, Carrot Top, Noah Hathaway, Nadine Velasquez, Andy Mackenzie, Patrick
Swayze, Gary Busey, Alyssa Milano, James Earl Jones, Dan Cortese, Fabio (Stunt Double), Christopher Lloyd, Morgan Fairchild,
Dina Meyer, Tony Denison, Ronen Rubenstein, Kenny Johnson (Stunt Double), Lester Holt (NBC Anchor), Vinnie Pastore, Las
Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, “Impractical Jokers” Cast, “Pawn Stars” Cast, “American Restoration” Cast, “Gold Rush” Cast
Bands & Musicians: U2, Mariah Carey, Sting, Lady Gaga, The Killers, Celine Dion, N’SYNC, Imagine Dragons (2 Videos), Tyga,
21 Savage, Queen Latifah, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Midland, Jhay Cortez/Bad Bunny/J Balvin, UB40, Patti Austin, Go West…
