Jack Mitrani
Jack Mitrani is an American television personality and former professional snowboarder.[1] He gained initial recognition as a competitive athlete in halfpipe and slopestyle disciplines. He started snowboarding at age 8.[2] In 2008, he attempted to set a height record and sustained a fractured back upon landing.[2]
He transitioned into media after he co-founded the Frends Crew. This collective emphasized camaraderie within action sports.[3] He has served as the primary host for the X Games on ESPN and ABC.[4][5] His role involves lead commentary and athlete interviews for both winter and summer events.
He established the Frendly Gathering music festival in Vermont. This event ran for several years and focused on community and environmental themes.[6]
He is the brother of Luke Mitrani. He lives in Vermont.[7][8]
Competitive history
He secured a sixth-place finish in the 2011 Winter X Games Tignes SuperPipe final.[9]
References
- ^ "White Noise: Jack Mitrani". Snowboarder Magazine.
- ^ a b "World Record-Breaking Fame, "Frendship" & Fatherhood". goveer.com. Retrieved 2026-02-22.
- ^ IV, John Robison (2015-05-26). "A Brief, At Times Sad, But Also Delightfully Wacky History of The Frends Crew". The Inertia. Retrieved 2026-02-22.
- ^ Colbert, Austin (2020-01-23). "Jack Mitrani back for fourth year as X Games Aspen host". Retrieved 2026-02-22.
- ^ Colbert, Austin (2017-01-26). "Jack Mitrani, Allison Hagendorf debut as new X Games co-hosts". Retrieved 2026-02-22.
- ^ Newcomb, Ming Lee (2018-06-07). "INTERVIEW: Pro-Snowboarder Jack Mitrani Talks Frendly Gathering, Twiddle, & More". L4LM. Retrieved 2026-02-22.
- ^ Bolles, Dan (2018-09-11). "Secret Agent: Jack Mitrani". Seven Days. Retrieved 2026-02-22.
- ^ Writer, Tommy Gardner | Staff (2024-02-22). "Day Haus: a home away from home for remote workers". Vermont Community Newspaper Group. Retrieved 2026-02-22.
- ^ Coryell, Grace (2011-03-18). "Winter X Games Tignes 2011 - Men's Snowboard SuperPipe Final Results". ESPN Press Room U.S. Retrieved 2026-02-22.