Keith Hufnagel, Legendary Skateboarder and Founder of Huf, Dies

Keith Hufnagel, skateboarding legend and founder of the Huf skate shop and brand, has died. The company confirmed his passing on social media today. In its post, Huf revealed Hufnagel had been battling brain cancer for more than two years. “Keith was not only the ‘HUF’nagel in HUF. He was the heart and soul of this brand. He built and brought together a community of people like no one else could,” the company wrote in an Instagram post. “Keith paved the way for all of us — as a respected professional skateboarder, shop owner, brand founder, footwear and apparel designer, creative director, and industry leader. He showed us how to do it, and how do it right.” The statement continued, “Keith loved skateboarding and the culture around it. He did things his way and did them for the right reasons. He inspired so many of us across the globe. But above anything else, Keith loved and supported the people around him. He would do anything for his friends, family and children. He passionately wanted to see others succeed. And we all loved him for it. Keith’s legacy will continue to live on at HUF. Today, tomorrow and forever.” Hufnagel was beloved within the worlds

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