Chuck Aoki, a wheelchair rugby US team player, is Team USA’s flag bearer for the Paralympics Games opening ceremony on August 24. Fans now want to know if he is is related to Steve Aoki.
Chuck Aoki is a wheelchair rugby US Team player. He and swimmer Melissa Stockwell are Team USA’s flag bearers for the Paralympics Games opening ceremony, Popsugar reported.
A native of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Chuck Aoki is a two-time Paralympian, as well as a two-time medalist at the Paralympics. He helped Team USA’s wheelchair rugby team win a bronze medal in 2012, as well as a silver medal in 2016. He was also named Athlete of the Year by the United States Quad Rugby Association in 2011.
Chuck Aoki Parents & Wiki- Family Details
Chuck Aoki credits his parents and family for their unconditional support, especially during difficult times. His father’s family is from Japan. They migrated to the United States in the early 1990s.
His great-grandparents were initially put in World War II internment camps in the United States. His grandfather went to serve in the U.S. Army after his family was released.
Chuck was born in Minneapolis and holds American nationality. He was born with hereditary sensory autonomic neuropathy (HSAN). It is a rare genetic disorder that represses feelings in the hands and feet.
His first name is technically “Charles” but became “Chuck” when he was 6 years old and a doctor asked him for his name. He blurted out “Chuck” even though he said he had never been called that before. His mother was stunned, and amused, but the name stuck. He has three siblings.
He began playing wheelchair basketball at age 7. However, he switched to wheelchair rugby when he was 15 years old. He was inspired to make the change after he watched the critically acclaimed documentary about the U.S quadriplegic rugby team’s journey, Murderball.
His decision to switch to wheelchair rugby turned out to be a masterstroke as he is a successful rugby player today. He was a captain of Team USA at the 2018 World Championship in Sydney, Australia.
How Old Is Chuck Aoki?
Chuck Aoki’s age is 30 years old.
He was born on March 7 in the year 1991 in Minneapolis, United States.
Are Chuck Aoki and Steve Aoki Related?
No, Chuck Aoki is not related to Steve Aoki.
The only thing they have in common is their surname. Other than that, they do not share any biological relationship.
Steve Aoki does not need any introduction. He is a 43-year-old American DJ, record producer, music programmer, and record executive.
His father, Rocky Aoki, owns the Benihana restaurant franchise and Steve is an heir to his father’s fortune from the restaurant. Further, he has collaborated with various artists such as Linkin Park, Laidback Luke, Backstreet Boys, and more.
His studio album, Wonderland, was nominated for Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronica Album in 2013.
Meet Chuck Aoki On Instagram
Chuck Aoki’s Instagram, @chuckaoki, is verified and has collected around 2,136 followers.
Most of his posts are related to his professional life and he hardly shares any posts related to his personal life.
The three world championship titleholder is also active on Twitter as @Aoki5Chuck. He joined Twitter in March 2012 and has 2,354 followers.