He was a renowned skydiver, BASE jumper, and wingsuiter who tragically lost his life during the Go Fast Games in 2003 while attempting to glide over the iconic Royal Gorge Bridge in Colorado. Before he became widely known for his daring feats, he had initially worked as a computer analyst before transitioning into the world of extreme sports. He spent his formative years growing up in Sydney, Australia, where his passion for adventure may have first begun to take shape.