Steve-O, the 50-year-old star of the infamous “Jackass” series, is taking his penchant for outrageous stunts to a new level. During a recent appearance on the “X5 podcast,” Steve-O revealed his plans to undergo breast augmentation surgery. This isn’t a permanent change but rather a temporary transformation for a comedic act. He intends to use the implants for a series of hidden camera pranks, donning various disguises before revealing his true identity to unsuspecting onlookers.
Steve-O explained that the idea came to him a few years ago. He envisioned getting a boob job and filming a series of genuinely funny hidden camera pranks. The concept involves him in various disguises, performing endurance stunts, and then revealing who he actually is. He believes the comedic potential is immense and sees it as a quintessential Steve-O move, showcasing his level of commitment to his craft.
The stuntman, whose real name is Stephen Gilchrist Glover, is gearing up for his upcoming “Gone Too Far” tour. He has already consulted with medical professionals and booked his appointment for the procedure. While he did specify the date during the interview, it was censored for the audience. Steve-O candidly shared his concerns with the doctors, expressing his fear of being a mess post-surgery. However, the medical professionals reassured him that having the implants for two months and then removing them would pose no significant issues.
Steve-O is no stranger to on-screen pranks and body modifications. He has a history of pushing the boundaries with his stunts, and this latest endeavor is no different. He mentioned that he has always been into body modifications, citing his extensive back tattoo and butt piercing as examples. For him, this level of commitment to a bit is just another lane in his artistic expression.
In a Wednesday Instagram post, Steve-O joked about how he might have said more than he should have during the interview. “But fuck it!” he added, alongside a clip from the show. He acknowledged that his life is about to get “properly crazy.”
This isn’t the first time Steve-O has joked about getting breast implants. In an October 2022 interview with Doctor Mike, he expressed curiosity about whether getting a boob job would mean he couldn’t post shirtless pictures on Instagram. This curiosity has now evolved into a full-fledged plan, much to the amusement and bewilderment of his fans.
Steve-O’s career has been marked by a series of increasingly daring stunts. It’s been more than a decade since the release of “Jackass 3D,” the third movie in the hit franchise. The film used advanced technology to capture outrageous images, such as flying dildos and jet-ski crashes. Despite the passage of time, Steve-O never thought he’d see the release of another “Jackass” film. However, “Jackass Forever” proved him wrong, topping the box office on its opening weekend.
Steve-O’s latest live show combines his two biggest passions: stand-up comedy and painfully funny stunts. He has been doing stand-up for 11 years and realized that his first show was filled with stories from his past. For his latest show, he wanted to explore new territory. The “Bucket List” show features a mix of honed stage comedy and a multimedia showcase of his greatest and newest stunts.
One of the bits in his new show was inspired by a childhood joke about the definition of “macho” being a man who jogs home from his vasectomy. Steve-O took this idea and turned it into the “vasectomy Olympics,” pushing the concept to its extreme. He also faces one of his biggest fears in a way that even “Jackass” wouldn’t be allowed to show without an NC-17 rating.
Steve-O’s commitment to his stunts is even more impressive considering he does them without prescription painkillers. He struggled with addiction to alcohol and drugs for years but has been sober for 13 years. Despite his sobriety, his need for attention and entertainment remains as strong as ever.
The success of the latest “Jackass” movie and his sold-out live shows indicate that people are still eager to pay attention to Steve-O. He sees his plan to get breast implants for his “Gone Too Far” tour as a natural progression of his career. It’s a blessing and a curse, he says, to put together a show that he can never outdo. But his wheels have been spinning, and he believes the “Gone Too Far” tour will push the boundaries even further.
Steve-O’s ambition and drive to entertain his fans are evident in his willingness to go to such extreme lengths. He acknowledges that he’s an attention whore and that nothing is ever enough. His ultimate goal is to make the leap from theaters to arenas, driven by the same addictive need for attention that has fueled his career.
Source: X5 Podcast, Instagram, Doctor Mike Interview
