Laird Hamilton
| Laird Hamilton | |
|---|---|
Hamilton in 2007 | |
| Personal information | |
| Born | Laird John Zerfas March 2, 1964 San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Residence | Kauai and Malibu |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) |
| Weight | 215 lb (98 kg) |
| Surfing career | |
| Years active | 1970–present |
| Sponsors | Oxbow, Amway |
| Major achievements |
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| Surfing specifications | |
| Stance | Regular (natural foot) |
| Quiver | Long boards |
| Favorite waves | Teahupo'o, Pipeline, Jaws |
| Website | lairdhamilton.com |
Laird John Hamilton (né Zerfas; born March 2, 1964) is an American big-wave surfer, co-inventor of tow-in surfing, and an occasional fashion and action-sports model and actor. He is married to Gabrielle Reece, a former professional volleyball player, television personality, and model.