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COMFORTABLE IN CHAOS
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INKED CULTURE
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From timepieces to golf clubs to speakers to custom motorcycles, here's a roundup of all the stuff we're coveting this summer
Which Super Bowl Team’s Fans Have the Best Tattoos?
February 9, 2023
You don't have to wait until Sunday to see the Eagles and Chiefs mix it up against each other
New York Yankee Aroldis Chapman Learns a Tattoo Lesson the Hard Way
August 29, 2022
We've never heard of a ballplayer ending up on the Injured List for an infected tattoo before
Jose Mourinho Shows Off New Tattoo
July 18, 2022
The Special One got a tattoo celebrating the many trophies he has won
Aaron Rodgers Gets His First Tattoo
July 7, 2022
The Green Bay Packers star did his own research and got the tattoo of his dreams
Going For Gold
February 11, 2022
After leaving Canada for the US, bobsledder Kaillie Humphries is ready to win gold for her adopted home
Atletico Mineiro Celebrates Long-Awaited Title By Giving Fans Free Tattoos
December 7, 2021
The Brazilian club won the championship for the first time in 50 years so they rewarded their long-suffering fans with free ink.
James Harden Shows Up In an Unexpected Tattoo
November 5, 2021
This tattoo portrait was probably not supposed to be of the Brooklyn Nets star, but it's a dead ringer for James Harden
Ravens Fan Gets Inked After Big Victory Over the Chiefs
September 20, 2021
That's one way to celebrate a victory during Week 2 of the NFL season.
Tyron Woodley Won’t Be Getting That Jake Paul Tattoo After All
September 14, 2021
The former UFC fighter was supposed to get a tattoo reading "I Love Jake Paul" after his loss but it looks like it won't be happening.
Danny Green Celebrates NBA Title With Ink
August 31, 2021
Danny Green, a key member of the 2020 Los Angeles Lakers, visited Steve Butcher for a celebratory tattoo
Lionel Messi Adds the Perfect Touch to a Super Fan’s Tattoo
June 21, 2021
Igor Magalhães showed off his insane back piece depicting the Argentine star and hours later Messi was signing his back
Happy Birthday, Dennis Rodman!
May 13, 2021
The Worm turns the big 6-0 today, so let's honor the inked NBA legend with the colorful hair.
Jake Paul Was Bored at the Airport, So He Got Tattooed
May 7, 2021
Hours after ripping off Floyd Mayweather's hat, Paul decided to grab a permanent reminder of the event
Cowabunga! Ravens QB Robert Griffin III Gets a TMNT Leg Sleeve
April 27, 2021
The Heisman Trophy winner showed he's a true comic book fan with a massive black-and-grey tattoo.
The Problem Child
March 31, 2021
Jake Paul took a break from training for his much-anticipated upcoming fight vs. Ben Askren to speak with us for our latest digital cover.
Bruce Arians Makes Good on Tattoo Bet
March 30, 2021
The head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers said he'd get a tattoo when his team won the Super Bowl, and now he's done his part.
Julio Urias’ Dad Celebrates Dodgers’ Championship with a Massive Tattoo
February 23, 2021
The proud father of the Dodgers' relief pitcher got his first tattoo to celebrate his son's achievements.
Keeping It Real
February 3, 2021
Going straight from the pitch to the television studio, Tim Howard is smoothly making the transition from world class goalkeeper to astute analyst.
Kobe Bryant Tattoos
January 26, 2021
We're honoring the Lakers legend on the anniversary of his passing.
A Conversation With Kareem Jackson of the Denver Broncos
November 5, 2020
We speak with the Broncos' safety about picking off QBs, getting his first tattoo and much more.
Vanessa Bryant’s New Tattoo Honors Her Family
October 14, 2020
Vanessa Bryant went to black-and-grey legend Mister Cartoon for a script tattoo shortly after her late husband Kobe's Lakers won the title.
Dallas Cowboy Ezekiel Elliott Facing Potential Lawsuit Over ‘Feed Me’ Tattoo
October 1, 2020
Former WWE Superstar Ryback is threatening to file suit against the running back, claiming he has a trademark on the catchphrase.
Ezekiel Elliott Shows Off ‘Feed Me’ Tattoo After TD
September 14, 2020
The Dallas Cowboys' running back revealed a belly rocker of his catch phrase after scoring on Sunday night.
The World’s Weirdest NFL Tattoos
September 4, 2020
These aren't your run-of-the-mill team logo tattoos. We've got an insane and hilarious tattoo for every single NFL team.
Mario Balotelli Adds ‘Black Power’ Tattoo to His Face
August 24, 2020
The Italian footballer added five tattoos to his face and neck over the weekend, including script reading "Black Power" over his eye.
Kobe Bryant Tattoos for 8/24
August 20, 2020
August 24 is Kobe Bryant Day, so let's look at some of the most impressive tattoos honoring the late NBA Hall of Famer.
Derrick Rose Went on a Tattoo Spree
August 19, 2020
The former NBA MVP got not one, not two, but five new tattoos this week.
49er George Kittle Gets a ‘Halo’ Tattoo
August 6, 2020
The All-Pro tight end loves video games and now he has the Master Chief tattoo to prove it.
Which Footballer Got This Enormous Leopard Tattoo?
August 4, 2020
A famous forward from Serie A just revealed an epic back tattoo via social media. But who was it?
National League Tattoos
July 27, 2020
The brief baseball season is upon us, so let's enjoy some tattoos celebrating the teams in the Senior Circuit.
There’s Already a Seattle Kraken Tattoo
July 27, 2020
The expansion NHL team won't take the ice until 2021, but one fan has already gotten a tattoo of the team's logo.
Phillies Shortstop Didi Gregorius Tries His Hand at Tattooing
July 17, 2020
The former Yankee has often shown off his artistic talent, now he's learning how to tattoo.
We Finally See Post Malone’s Kansas City Chiefs Tattoos
July 15, 2020
After losing a game of beer pong to Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, Posty had the two stars' names tattooed on his forearm.
Patriots Kicker Has Removed ‘Three Percenters’ Tattoo
July 6, 2020
Justin Rohrwasser caused a stir on draft day when the media noticed his tattoo connected to the far-right militia group.
Nyjah Huston
May 8, 2020
Nyjah Huston has been winning competitions since he was 10, and after 15 years of grinding, he shows no signs of stopping.
Michael Jordan Tattoos
May 4, 2020
The whole country has become transfixed by "The Last Dance," here are some truly spectacular Michael Jordan Tattoos.
Patriots Kicker Justin Rohrwasser Plans to Cover Tattoo
April 27, 2020
The fifth-round draft pick found himself amid controversy over a tattoo linked to a far-right paramilitary group.
Mike Tyson’s Planning to Tattoo It All
April 20, 2020
The 53-year-old boxing legend said that he's been thinking about adding a lot more ink to his body.
Lamar Jackson Got a Massive Chest Tattoo
April 15, 2020
The Raven quarterback better hope that he never leaves Baltimore or he's going to need a ton of laser removal.
Judge Rules NBA 2K Can Recreate LeBron’s Tattoos
March 31, 2020
The lawsuit was brought by a group that owned a copyright on the tattoo designs.
At Least We Still Have Sports Tattoos
March 23, 2020
With no sports to watch while we're in quarantine, these tattoos will help us get our fix
Ole Miss Fan’s Tattoo Crowns 2020 NCAA National Champions
March 16, 2020
With all sports canceled due to COVID-19, one fan saw an opportunity for his favorite team to bring home a title.
Boston Celtic Jayson Tatum’s New Tattoo Has One Tiny Mistake
February 24, 2020
The NBA star unveiled a great looking back tattoo that was just one apostrophe short of perfection.
The Jose Altuve Tattoo Story Is Beyond Idiotic
February 18, 2020
The never-ending Houston Astros cheating scandal has taken a bizarre turn.
Odell Beckham Jr. Gets a Kobe Tattoo
February 11, 2020
The Browns star became the latest athlete to ink a tribute to the late Lakers legend.
Lebron James and Anthony Davis Show Off Their Tattoo Tributes to Kobe
February 3, 2020
Tattooer Vanessa Aurelia shared photos of the heart-wrenching artwork.
Lebron James and Anthony Davis Get Kobe Tribute Tattoos Together
January 30, 2020
The two Los Angeles Lakers stars paid tribute to Kobe Bryant on Wednesday.
Kobe Bryant and His Daughter Among the Nine Dead in Helicopter Crash
January 27, 2020
The NBA legend was on his way to a youth basketball game when the crash occurred.
Damian Lillard Meets a Tattoo of Himself
January 14, 2020
The Portland Trail Blazers star met a fan with a very special tattoo.
This British Grandmother Has 38 Tattoos of Spurs Manager Jose Mourinho
December 10, 2019
This lady's love for "The Special One" is bordering on the extreme
Warriors Big Man Willie Cauley-Stein Shares His Ink
November 26, 2019
All seven feet of this NBA star are covered with tattoos
Looks Like Rafinha Needs a New Tattoo
November 25, 2019
The Brazilian footballer has won yet another title, so you know what that means
KSI Beats Logan Paul in Controversial Decision
November 11, 2019
The second bout between the YouTubers ended in a fraught split decision
Denver Nuggets’ Isaiah Thomas Talks Trading, Tattoos, and His 8-Year NBA Takeaway
June 14, 2019
While Isaiah Thomas' most meaningful basketball memories lay on courts across the country, his most meaningful tattoos are permanently carried with him on his back.
Soccer Fan’s Tattoo Promise Gets Him Called Out by Star Player
February 12, 2019
Now he's getting ice cream on his butt
This Fan’s Tattoo Super Bowl Bet Just Paid Off Bigtime
February 11, 2019
Super Bowl LII tattoo is now a LIII tattoo after Patriots win
Hockey Fan Gets Tattoo of Hockey Player Getting a Tattoo
February 7, 2019
Also, pizza, because everyone loves pizza
Wilson’s ‘Skin the Game’ Campaign Proves You Can Tattoo Footballs
February 6, 2019
Turns out you can actually tattoo inanimate objects
NBC’s The Titan Games Contestant Talks Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Being a Firefighter
January 2, 2019
Will You Be Tuning In to the Premiere of The Titan Games on NBC?
Video Games are Under Copyright Heat Because Athletes Don’t Own Their Tattoos
December 28, 2018
Athletes are caught in the crossfire between their tattoo artists and video game creators. If they don’t own anything, do they at least get a say?
Bodybuilder Rolls Out His Penis With A Rolling Pin For Tattoo Session
December 28, 2018
61-year-old bodybuilder, Ray Houghton, is now completely covered in tattoos, and you won’t believe how much he has spent on his full body suit.
Bang Bang’s Top Tattoo Artist Talks Inking Half the NFL
December 12, 2018
Keith Hernandez Talks Tattooing the NFL, NBA and MLB's Elite Athletes
Jordan Clarkson’s Tattoo Artist Estimates How Much He’s Spent This Year on Tattoos
November 13, 2018
Cleveland Cavaliers’ point/shooting guard, Jordan Clarkson, is looking like a different man this season.
One of These Sisters is a Bad-Ass MMA Fighter!
August 30, 2017
A Dangerous Beauty in the Ring! Ana Claudia Dantas Gadelha is a Brazilian MMA fighter who learned about “fighting” for her dreams as a teenage, however it wasn’t in the…
Auston Matthews’ Crazy Realistic Lion Arm Tattoo
June 14, 2017
This Tattoo is a Beast! Lion tattoos are having a serious moment right now, and while Justin Bieber, Mauro Icardi and Ed Sheeran’s lion tattoos are all cool in their…
Wizards’ John Wall Gets Inked in Tributes to Civil Rights Icons
June 7, 2017
Civil Rights Activists Honored in Ink John Wall, point guard for the Washington Wizards, has found a permanent and personal way to “pay respect to the ones who made a…
Derrius Guice Shows Off Huge ‘Savage’ Back Tattoo
May 31, 2017
This LSU Tiger is a ‘Savage’ Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray got a tattoo of a “mean face” on his shoulder because, as he says, “I’m a SAVAGE!!!!” Well, it…
Spurs’ Dejounte Murray Explains Weird Shoulder Tattoo … Sort Of
May 25, 2017
Dejounte is a ‘Savage’ If you’ve never seen the tattoo San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray has inked on his shoulder, count your blessings. The odd piece has become the…
Ravens Rookie Chris Wormley Has a ‘Big Worm’ Tattoo in His Mouth
May 24, 2017
Read His Lips and Squirm Like a Worm Lip tattoos are apparently a big thing in the NFL right now, and much like Cowboys draft pick Ryan Switzer showed off…
Mauro Icardi’s New Lion Torso Tattoo is Something to Behold
May 12, 2017
Soccer Star Goes Beast Mode with Latest Tattoo If you thought Ed Sheeran’s lion chest tattedfoo was sweet, you should see the massive new lion piece professional soccer player, Mauro…
UFC Fighter Mike Perry ‘Shocked the World’ With Face Tattoo
May 10, 2017
‘I’m gonna keep shocking y’all.’ People get tattooed for all sorts of reason: to remind them of an important time in their lives, to commemorate loved ones, as a badge…
Check Out Cowboys Draft Pick Ryan Switzer’s Regrettable Tattoo
May 5, 2017
You Won’t ‘Believe’ Your Eyes North Carolina wide receiver Ryan Switzer was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys on April 29, and the 22-year-old, who is considered “deadly” on punt returns,…
Tennessee Volunteers Fan Proves He ‘Bleeds Orange’ with New Leg Tattoo
May 3, 2017
Die-Hard Fan Go Hard for the Vols Fans of the Tennessee Volunteers college football team live and breathe UT, and they would do just about anything to prove their allegiance…
This Cowboys Player Has a Chip (Tattoo) on His Shoulder
April 28, 2017
Anthony Brown: ‘Been Playing with a Chip on my Shoulder’ Anthony Brown, cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys, has, as he puts it, “been playing with a chip on my shoulder…
Odell Beckham Jr. Honors Michael Jackson with Tattoo
April 26, 2017
OBJ Rockin’ a New MJ Tattoo Odell Beckham Jr. is a huge fan of Michael Jackson. So much so, that the Giants wide receiver has both Moonwalked and acted out…
Bakhar Nabieva: ‘Miss Iron Bum’
March 31, 2017
Behold the “Girl with the Iron Bum.” We’ve seen our fare share of fitness models in the past, but Bakhar Nabieva is ripped! The Ukranian fitness model drove the Internets…
Spanish Soccer Star’s Tattoos are Odd, But Incredible
March 29, 2017
The Curious and Wondrous Tattoos of Alberto Moreno A gun-toting chimpanzee, a tiger with a bandana on its head, a panda bear wearing a monocle and bowler hat and smoking…
Tweet Goes Viral When Teen Sees 12-Year-Old Self in Footballer’s Ink
March 23, 2017
He was just trying to watch a soccer game when he realized that his teenage face was tattooed on one of the players whom he had never even met.
59 Year-Old Reinvents Himself With Full Body Tattoo
March 9, 2017
This veteran bodybuilder wasn't going to take on old age lying down, so he went out and got crazy ink from head to toe!
Tom Brady Fan Gets Portrait Tattoo of the Super Bowl Champ on his Butt
February 17, 2017
An extremely dedicated Tom Brady fan got a tattoo of the Super Bowl champ on his ass! You can’t make this stuff up. Some dude walked into a Boston area…
Philly Pro Soccer Team Hiring an Official Tattoo Artist
February 16, 2017
A new position was just created on one of the Major League Soccer teams: Chief Tattoo Officer! The pro soccer team known as the Philadelphia Union is looking to fill…
Dallas Cowboys Fan Changing Up His Tat
January 17, 2017
It’s like the popular adage says, “Think before you ink.” Dallas Cowboys fans had to hang up their jerseys this past Sunday (Jan. 15) after a devastating fade served up…
Tattoos Being Used as Evidence Against Aaron Hernandez in Trial
January 12, 2017
Tattoos can and will be held against you. You have to read this. In a move that is sure to raise tattooed eyebrows everywhere, a judge just OK’d prosecutors to…
The Michael Phelps Death Stare Will Live on Forever in Tattoo Form
August 12, 2016
At the London Olympics four years ago we had McKayla Maroney and her unimpressed look, now we have Michael Phelps and his terrifying #PhelpsFace. While it would be easy to remember…
NBA Superstar Kevin Durant Gets a Tupac Portrait Tattoo
July 21, 2016
NBA superstar Kevin Durant has finally gotten some ink that we can see when he’s out on the court in the form of a portrait of the late great Tupac…
Propriety of Olympic Ink Questioned Amid Paralympics Tattoo Controversy
July 20, 2016
When British Paralympic swimming champ, Josef Craig, got a tattoo of a lion and the Olympic rings on his chest, he probably never expected the ink to get him disqualified…
All Star Baseball Tattoos
July 12, 2016
Considering that baseball is our national pastime, one should not be surprised to see that there are a heck of a lot of baseball tattoos out there. There are so…
6 Inspiring Tattoos Dedicated to the Late Muhammad Ali
June 13, 2016
News of Muhammad Ali’s death on June 3 came as a shock to fans around the world, many of whom weren’t even born yet when the boxing legend fought his…
Johnny Manziel Gets Massive Arm Tattoo Inked During Flight
June 6, 2016
Johnny Manziel has always been a fan of Drake, but it was Justin Bieber the former quarterback for the Cleveland Browns was emulating when he got a gigantic tattoo inked…
Star of History Channel’s ‘Alone’ Talks Survival and Tattoos
May 27, 2016
Imagine you’ve been left on a desert island and forced to fend for yourself. With you are only a few choice materials you stuffed into a mediocre backpack. There is…
Soccer Star Shocks World With ‘Tattoo’ of Biggest Fan
May 24, 2016
Portrait tattoos have become so commonplace that we are used to seeing people get tattoos of their favorite actors, musicians and athletes that no one batted an eye when a…
The Ultimate Cocktail Guide for Derby Day
May 6, 2016
The first Saturday of May is quickly approaching and that can mean only one thing—The Kentucky Derby! Now, you don’t need to be interested in horse racing to have a…
Iggy Azalea Saves Nick Young From a Tattoo Disaster
April 28, 2016
Los Angeles Laker Nick Young came very close to learning the most important rule for script tattoos—always triple check the spelling—the hard way. Luckily his fiancée, rap sensation Iggy Azalea,…
Want a Tattoo of the Sacramento Kings New Logo? They’ll Pick up the Tab
April 27, 2016
In an effort to distract their fans from yet another season spent at the bottom of the NBA standings, the Sacramento Kings unveiled a new set of logos this week.…
MMA Superstar Connor McGregor Announces Retirement on Twitter
April 19, 2016
UFC fans are absolutely losing their minds on Twitter right now as it appears that tattooed fighting sensation Connor McGregor has fought his last fight. The Irishman has yet to…
Johnny Manziel Catching Lots of Flack for New Hand Tattoos
April 18, 2016
Johnny Manziel may not be any closer to signing a contract with a new NFL team, but the former Cleveland Browns quarterback apparently has plenty of time (and money) to spend…
Kobe and His Ink on The Court One Last Time
April 13, 2016
Tonight Kobe and his ink will hit the NBA hardwood for the final time. The Philly native will deliver his final pounding of rubber and leather to the floor in…
Odell Beckham Jr. Shows Off Enormous Back Piece by Bang Bang
March 28, 2016
To begin, a warning for fans of the New York Giants—don’t read too much into your star wide receiver’s new tattoo lest you want to get depressed about the possible…
Hang Out With Miley Cyrus & She May Make You Get a Tattoo
February 16, 2016
If there’s one thing Miley Cyrus loves more than getting tattooed, it may be making other people get inked, especially if she can somehow involve Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne in…
Inked Up Defender Von Miller Grabs the Super Bowl MVP
February 8, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text You can’t blame Cam Newton if he has recurring nightmares about Von Miller breathing down his neck after last night’s Super Bowl 50. Miller, the…
Game Day Treats
February 4, 2016
The big game is coming up this week! You know what I’m talking about, that final game of the football season that we aren’t allowed to call by it’s actual…
Creators of NBA 2K16 Being Sued Over LeBron’s Ink
February 2, 2016
As tattoo fans we were thrilled when we heard that NBA 2K16 video game would include the real life ink of all of our favorite players. It turns out that…
UFC Fighter Sean O’Connell’s Hilarious Weigh Ins
January 27, 2016
It’s hard to ponder a more serious situation than jumping into the octagon and going three rounds with a trained martial artist. But for UFC Light Heavyweight Sean O’Connell it’s…
Someone Actually Made Brock Lesnar’s Knife Tattoo
January 14, 2016
Brock Lesnar is not the type of person that you would want to get into a tussle with. The WWE Superstar and former UFC champion is jacked beyond what we…
Whose booty is this? Hint: The Tattoos Give it Away
January 6, 2016
After many heated arguments with loved ones we were starting to believe that being able to name any celebrity just by seeing their tattoos was a completely worthless skill, then…
John Cena Will ‘Never’ Get Tattoos Because Of His Mom
December 14, 2015
WWE 15-time world champion John Cena appears in Tina Fey and Amy Poehler’s hilarious new movie Sisters as a heavily tattooed drug dealer. Cena told Page Six, “In real life I would…
Barcelona Star Neymar Adds an Inspiring Tattoo to His Collection
December 9, 2015
Normally we would say that getting a tattoo of yourself is an insanely egocentric act and that it should be avoided at all costs, but in the case of Barcelona…
Manchester City To Offer Laser Removal For Supporters
December 3, 2015
When a football club decides to alter their badge it is an enormous deal. Imagine if the New York Yankees suddenly decided to ditch their iconic “NY” for a logo…
Skater Tattoos
November 20, 2015
There are two things that can clearly show that a person has a rebellious nature—a tattoo on their skin or a skateboard under their arm. Skaters and ink have always…
This Tattoo Trend Must Be Stopped
November 10, 2015
Both athletes and the fans that love them have been known for being more than a little bit superstitious. Everybody seems to have their little routine that they go through…
Jonny Gomes Delivers an Epic Mic Drop
November 4, 2015
While Jonny Gomes rarely saw the field as a Kansas City Royal—he only played in 12 games and was left off of the postseason roster—he was clearly the MVP of…
Jose Bautista’s Epic Bat Flip Will Live Forever
October 16, 2015
When Jose Bautista teed off on a 1-1 pitch in the seventh inning of the decisive Game 5 of the ALDS you just knew that it was a home run…
Vitaly Says Tattoos Propel Jewelry-For-Men Movement
September 16, 2015
Shane Vitaly Foran, CEO and designer of Vitaly, talks business, tattoos, and travel essentials with Inked. How does an accidental fashion designer of only four years retail his unisex jewelry…
MJ and Kobe Face Off In These Tattoos
August 21, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows The Text The back of this man’s legs will forever be locked into an epic battle of one-on-one thanks to his tattoos. On one calf you have…
Thor ‘The Mountain’ Bjornsson Carries Cars Around for Fun
August 7, 2015
Photo Gallery follows the Text and Video We love strongman competitions. Part of it is the feeling of awe and wonderment we get while watching the amazing feats of strength.…
The Most Extreme Thing You Will See All Day
August 5, 2015
For 99.9% of the Earth’s population BASE jumping—parachuting from a structure or cliff—is far too dangerous of an activity to take up. On the other hand, daredevil Josh Miramant needed…
Nick ‘Swaggy P’ Young Inks His Buckets Arm
August 5, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It’s impossible not to like a man who calls himself Swaggy P. Even as a Celtics fan—which makes me an avid Laker hater—Nick Young never…
Get in the Octagon With Ronda ArouseMe – Exclusive Pics From the MMA Porn Parody
July 31, 2015
Meet the tattooed starlet who will be playing Ronda "ArouseMe" in an upcoming Burning Angel porn parody of MMA superstar Ronda Rousey.
David Beckham Parties Like It’s 1999 With His Newest Ink
July 23, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text David Beckham has had a lot of good years in his life, but we’re guessing that none of them compare to 1999. The British footballer…
Devon Still To Accept ESPYS Award Without Inspiring Daughter
July 14, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The presentation of the Jimmy V. Perseverance award at Wednesday night’s ESPYS was supposed to be a celebration of Leah Still’s victory over cancer. Leah,…
Have You Seen Kyrie Irving’s ‘Friends’ Tattoo?
June 12, 2015
PHOTOS OF IRVING’S TATTOOS IN THE GALLERY BELOW THE TEXT Even though Cleveland Cavalier point guard Kyrie Irving has been sidelined from the 2015 NBA finals after he fractured his…
Tim Howard Moonlights as a Tattoo Artist
June 5, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text Now that Everton’s season is over Tim Howard likely finds himself with a lot of time on his hands, why not pick up a new trade?…
Devon Still Begins a Touching Tattoo Tribute To His Daughter
June 4, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text One of the few uplifting stories throughout last year’s NFL season involved Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Devon Still and his 5-year-old daughter Leah’s fight against cancer.…
Aaron Hernandez Comes to Court With a New Tattoo
May 21, 2015
The last time we saw former NFL star Aaron Hernandez he was in a Boston courtroom being sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being found…
The Accomplished Amy Purdy: Life Is Either a Daring Adventure or Nothing at All
May 13, 2015
Would you like to introduce yourself?Amy Purdy, I am a professional athlete, motivational speaker, New York Times best-selling Author, actor and model. What social causes are most important to you?Inclusion…
Randy Gregory Gets Dallas Cowboys Tattoo After Draft
May 6, 2015
There are plenty of stories about people who have done much crazier things to express their love for the Dallas Cowboys. Randy Gregory—the defensive lineman from Nebraska who got picked…
Horse Tattoos
May 1, 2015
Brush off you best hat and prepare to get hammered on mint juleps, this weekend is the Kentucky Derby. If you need a creative recipe for your juleps or just…
Floyd Mayweather Hits the Ring in Style Thanks to Dapper Dan
May 1, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text High fashion and boxing are two things that the average person wouldn’t ever expect to go together. Well, Floyd Mayweather isn’t your average boxer and he…
Samsung Goes Behind the Scenes with Manny Pacquiao
May 1, 2015
This Saturday boxing fans are finally going to get the mega fight they have spent the last half decade clamoring for—Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao. Through a partnership with Samsung…
13 Ridiculous Ballpark Foods
April 28, 2015
Once the weather starts to get warm we are itching to go out to the ballgame. While we love baseball it’s not the game that attracts us to the stadium…
Colleen Crowley Gets Tattoo For Johnny Manziel
April 24, 2015
Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel is no stranger to the headlines. He’s been making them since high school, continued to as a Heisman Trophy winning freshman when he played for…
Birdman’s Ready for War
April 23, 2015
Gallery follows the text The criteria required for choosing a favorite athlete should involve a heck of a lot more than just what you find in the box score. Simply…
Did Neymar Steal David Beckham’s Tattoo Design?
April 21, 2015
GALLERY FOLLOWS TEXT Apparently when they aren’t on the pitch dominating every other team in Spain’s Primera Division the members of Barcelona like to spend their time at the tattoo…
Strength Through Ink – A Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor’s Therapeutic Tattoo
April 20, 2015
On the third Monday of April citizens of Massachusetts celebrate Patriots’ Day. The holiday was conceived to honor the date of the first battles of the American Revolution at Lexington…
Aaron Hernandez Found Guilty of Murder
April 15, 2015
After six days of deliberation a jury has found former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez guilty of first degree murder in the killing of Odin Lloyd. Hernandez, who…
Leah Jung is the Tattooed Model Madness Champion
April 14, 2015
Congratulations to Leah Jung, the Inked Tattooed Model Madness 2015 Champion! About a month ago we presented you a bracket filled with 64 of the most beautiful tattooed models on…
Tattooed Model Madness Championship
April 8, 2015
It’s been a grueling two weeks but we’ve finally hit the home stretch—only two women remain in the 2015 Inked Tattooed Model Madness. Arabella Drummond and Leah Jung have both…
Tattooed Model Madness – Final Four
April 2, 2015
PHOTOS AND VOTING FOLLOW THE TEXT Over the last couple of weeks you have voted and 60 beautiful tattooed models have been eliminated in the 2015 Inked Tattooed Model Madness…
NFL to Ban Tattoos
April 1, 2015
In a shocking move that will send ripples throughout not only the National Football League but all of the major professional sports, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that starting in the…
We Dissect One Man’s Misguided Opinion on Tattoos in the NCAA Tournament
March 31, 2015
Normally when we come across an article casting tattoos and the people who have them in a negative light we shrug our shoulders, sigh deeply and move on. Yet every…
Tattooed Model Madness – Sweet Sixteen
March 24, 2015
PHOTOS AND VOTING FOLLOW THE TEXT Welcome to the Sweet Sixteen! Through our first two rounds of voting there have been a slew of upsets in the 2015 Tattooed Model…
Tattooed Model Madness – First Round Part 1
March 17, 2015
PHOTOS AND VOTING FOLLOWS THE TEXT It’s that time of year again. The time when the weather starts to get a little warmer, we consume our weight in corned beef…
Retro College Basketball Flavor
March 13, 2015
If and when I become president of our fine country my first order of business will be to relax all regulations on tattoos in the military but in the same…
My Morning with Cassius Clay
February 25, 2015
Backtrack 51 years (February 25, 1964) to Miami Beach, Florida, underdog Cassius Clay promised to “float like a butterfly and sting like a bee,” against opponent Sonny Liston. At 22,…
Beyond the Ink: Air + Style + Alysha Nett
February 25, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text Alysha Nett checks in with us as often as her busy schedule will allow to give her insight on modeling,tattoos and art, and all of her…
The Broadway Joe Featuring George Dickel No. 12
February 24, 2015
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January 30, 2015
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Check Out Danny Trejo’s Super Bowl Commercial
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Danny Trejo, one of the baddest dudes in Hollywood, shows his rage and ink in a new Super Bowl commercial for Snickers. When we chatted with him a few years…
Will This Seahawks Tattoo Be a Prophecy or an Epic Fail?
January 29, 2015
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January 23, 2015
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January 14, 2015
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Urban Meyer Plans Some Ink to Celebrate National Championship
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Urban Meyer fulfills his promise to get a tattoo after leading the Ohio State Buckeyes to a National Championship victory.
Rick Ross Gets Miami Heat Face Tattoo
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Explore Rick Ross' dedication to the Miami Heat. Discover how the hip-hop superstar showcases his fandom with a logo tattooed on his face.
Bang Bang Talks Tattoos with LeBron
December 9, 2014
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge weren’t the only royalty attending the Nets v. Cavaliers game Monday night. Cleveland Cavaliers superstar forward LeBron James invited celebrity tattooist Bang Bang to…
Stevie Johnson Shows Off Ink for PETA
November 17, 2014
Ink for PETA! Stevie Johnson takes a stand against wearing fur in PETA's 'Ink, Not Mink' campaign. Discover why he's encouraging others to avoid fur.
Running with the Bulls
August 6, 2014
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NFL Training Camp Yields Awesome Tattoos
July 31, 2014
Whether it’s on a football, a program or some other piece of memorabilia, the tasteful flourish of the pen from one of our heroes is a big deal for a lot of people.
Jim Boeheim Tattoo Puzzles Basketball Fans
July 18, 2014
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The World Cup’s Tattooed Finest
July 11, 2014
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49er QB Kaepernick Gets Ink By Carlos Torres
July 8, 2014
Like many of Kaepernick’s tattoos the new ink is biblically themed; Torres called it a “money is the root of all evil” tattoo on his Instagram.
Kentucky Fan’s Tattoo Earns Him Free Tickets
April 7, 2014
It appears as if tattoos are becoming the new vision boards for sports fans across the country. A couple of months back we covered a Seattle Seahawks fan that willed his team to a Super Bowl Championship by inking himself before the season starts.
LeBron James Awed By Fan’s Tattoo
March 12, 2014
Dedicated Fan immortalizes LeBron James on his back.
Jonny Gomes Got a Wicked World Series Tattoo
February 7, 2014
The 2013 Boston Red Sox led the major leagues in wins, runs scored, beards grown and outsize personalities on their way to winning the World Series.
NBA Team to Give Out Free Neck Tattoos
February 7, 2014
In order to honor the five-year NBA veteran the Grizzlies have created a unique promotion — on Feb. 21 fans will be given a temporary “Grizzlies” neck tattoo.
Paralympic Ink
February 5, 2014
Originally a skier Gabel jumped sports in 2000 when he felt he didn’t fit in with the skier kids. “[Snowboarding] looked fluid, and those guys looked like they were having a blast,” he recalls.
Brian Wilson’s Got a Gun…Tattoo
January 30, 2014
While Wilson is an excellent pitcher he has been just as well known for his antics off of the field.
Counting Seahawk Eggs Before They Hatch
January 17, 2014
Every sports fan will talk a lot of smack about how great their team is but it takes a fan with extreme dedication to get a tattoo proclaiming their team as the best.
Shirts Vs. Tattooed Skins
November 7, 2013
As the whole defense converges on James he dishes to a wide-open Steph Curry who effortlessly drains a shot from 27 feet out. No, this isn’t a video game or the fever dream of an NBA coach. It’s us vs. them: a team of tattooed superstars taking on their inkless rivals.
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October 11, 2013
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August 5, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It’s impossible not to like a man who calls himself Swaggy P. Even as a Celtics fan—which makes me an avid Laker hater—Nick Young never…
Get in the Octagon With Ronda ArouseMe – Exclusive Pics From the MMA Porn Parody
July 31, 2015
Meet the tattooed starlet who will be playing Ronda "ArouseMe" in an upcoming Burning Angel porn parody of MMA superstar Ronda Rousey.
David Beckham Parties Like It’s 1999 With His Newest Ink
July 23, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text David Beckham has had a lot of good years in his life, but we’re guessing that none of them compare to 1999. The British footballer…
Devon Still To Accept ESPYS Award Without Inspiring Daughter
July 14, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The presentation of the Jimmy V. Perseverance award at Wednesday night’s ESPYS was supposed to be a celebration of Leah Still’s victory over cancer. Leah,…
Have You Seen Kyrie Irving’s ‘Friends’ Tattoo?
June 12, 2015
PHOTOS OF IRVING’S TATTOOS IN THE GALLERY BELOW THE TEXT Even though Cleveland Cavalier point guard Kyrie Irving has been sidelined from the 2015 NBA finals after he fractured his…
Tim Howard Moonlights as a Tattoo Artist
June 5, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text Now that Everton’s season is over Tim Howard likely finds himself with a lot of time on his hands, why not pick up a new trade?…
Devon Still Begins a Touching Tattoo Tribute To His Daughter
June 4, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text One of the few uplifting stories throughout last year’s NFL season involved Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Devon Still and his 5-year-old daughter Leah’s fight against cancer.…
Aaron Hernandez Comes to Court With a New Tattoo
May 21, 2015
The last time we saw former NFL star Aaron Hernandez he was in a Boston courtroom being sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being found…
The Accomplished Amy Purdy: Life Is Either a Daring Adventure or Nothing at All
May 13, 2015
Would you like to introduce yourself?Amy Purdy, I am a professional athlete, motivational speaker, New York Times best-selling Author, actor and model. What social causes are most important to you?Inclusion…
Randy Gregory Gets Dallas Cowboys Tattoo After Draft
May 6, 2015
There are plenty of stories about people who have done much crazier things to express their love for the Dallas Cowboys. Randy Gregory—the defensive lineman from Nebraska who got picked…
Horse Tattoos
May 1, 2015
Brush off you best hat and prepare to get hammered on mint juleps, this weekend is the Kentucky Derby. If you need a creative recipe for your juleps or just…
Floyd Mayweather Hits the Ring in Style Thanks to Dapper Dan
May 1, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text High fashion and boxing are two things that the average person wouldn’t ever expect to go together. Well, Floyd Mayweather isn’t your average boxer and he…
Samsung Goes Behind the Scenes with Manny Pacquiao
May 1, 2015
This Saturday boxing fans are finally going to get the mega fight they have spent the last half decade clamoring for—Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao. Through a partnership with Samsung…
13 Ridiculous Ballpark Foods
April 28, 2015
Once the weather starts to get warm we are itching to go out to the ballgame. While we love baseball it’s not the game that attracts us to the stadium…
Colleen Crowley Gets Tattoo For Johnny Manziel
April 24, 2015
Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel is no stranger to the headlines. He’s been making them since high school, continued to as a Heisman Trophy winning freshman when he played for…
Birdman’s Ready for War
April 23, 2015
Gallery follows the text The criteria required for choosing a favorite athlete should involve a heck of a lot more than just what you find in the box score. Simply…
Did Neymar Steal David Beckham’s Tattoo Design?
April 21, 2015
GALLERY FOLLOWS TEXT Apparently when they aren’t on the pitch dominating every other team in Spain’s Primera Division the members of Barcelona like to spend their time at the tattoo…
Strength Through Ink – A Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor’s Therapeutic Tattoo
April 20, 2015
On the third Monday of April citizens of Massachusetts celebrate Patriots’ Day. The holiday was conceived to honor the date of the first battles of the American Revolution at Lexington…
Aaron Hernandez Found Guilty of Murder
April 15, 2015
After six days of deliberation a jury has found former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez guilty of first degree murder in the killing of Odin Lloyd. Hernandez, who…
Leah Jung is the Tattooed Model Madness Champion
April 14, 2015
Congratulations to Leah Jung, the Inked Tattooed Model Madness 2015 Champion! About a month ago we presented you a bracket filled with 64 of the most beautiful tattooed models on…
Tattooed Model Madness Championship
April 8, 2015
It’s been a grueling two weeks but we’ve finally hit the home stretch—only two women remain in the 2015 Inked Tattooed Model Madness. Arabella Drummond and Leah Jung have both…
Tattooed Model Madness – Final Four
April 2, 2015
PHOTOS AND VOTING FOLLOW THE TEXT Over the last couple of weeks you have voted and 60 beautiful tattooed models have been eliminated in the 2015 Inked Tattooed Model Madness…
NFL to Ban Tattoos
April 1, 2015
In a shocking move that will send ripples throughout not only the National Football League but all of the major professional sports, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that starting in the…
We Dissect One Man’s Misguided Opinion on Tattoos in the NCAA Tournament
March 31, 2015
Normally when we come across an article casting tattoos and the people who have them in a negative light we shrug our shoulders, sigh deeply and move on. Yet every…
Tattooed Model Madness – Sweet Sixteen
March 24, 2015
PHOTOS AND VOTING FOLLOW THE TEXT Welcome to the Sweet Sixteen! Through our first two rounds of voting there have been a slew of upsets in the 2015 Tattooed Model…
Tattooed Model Madness – First Round Part 1
March 17, 2015
PHOTOS AND VOTING FOLLOWS THE TEXT It’s that time of year again. The time when the weather starts to get a little warmer, we consume our weight in corned beef…
Retro College Basketball Flavor
March 13, 2015
If and when I become president of our fine country my first order of business will be to relax all regulations on tattoos in the military but in the same…
My Morning with Cassius Clay
February 25, 2015
Backtrack 51 years (February 25, 1964) to Miami Beach, Florida, underdog Cassius Clay promised to “float like a butterfly and sting like a bee,” against opponent Sonny Liston. At 22,…
Beyond the Ink: Air + Style + Alysha Nett
February 25, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text Alysha Nett checks in with us as often as her busy schedule will allow to give her insight on modeling,tattoos and art, and all of her…
The Broadway Joe Featuring George Dickel No. 12
February 24, 2015
Although we are cutting edge here at Inked we are a little old school in our drinking predilections. For instance we don’t allow Red Bull anywhere near our alcohol and…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Tattoos Against Hunger
February 16, 2015
When Paris Saint-Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored barely two minutes into a match against Caen on Saturday it was no surprise when he tore off his shirt to celebrate. While…
How Did Rex Ryan Update his Jets Tattoo?
February 3, 2015
All but a very select few NFL coaches stay with the same team for a long time so it’s wise not to get too many attachments to the job. As a…
Disappointed Seahawks Fan Takes Sandpaper to Tattoo
February 2, 2015
Last week we told you all about OC—a diehard Seattle Seahawks fan who chose to get a tattoo proclaiming his beloved team “Back-to-Back” Super Bowl champions back in December. While…
Super Babe: Charmaine Glock
January 30, 2015
“I Don’t Want People to Think Marshawn Lynch is Dating a Porn Star” Gallery Follows Text Instagram: @charmazinggWeb:Charmaineglock.bigcartel.com Almost every list of sexiest NFL wives or girlfriends (WAGs) includes the…
Check Out Danny Trejo’s Super Bowl Commercial
January 30, 2015
Danny Trejo, one of the baddest dudes in Hollywood, shows his rage and ink in a new Super Bowl commercial for Snickers. When we chatted with him a few years…
Will This Seahawks Tattoo Be a Prophecy or an Epic Fail?
January 29, 2015
Say what you want about the Seattle Seahawks but they certainly are confident. If you take one second to listen to Richard Sherman and other members of the Legion of…
Ripping Farts and Breaking Hearts with Wee Man
January 29, 2015
Gallery Follows Text The Winter X Games were in full effect this past weekend in Aspen, and Monster Energy gave us an all access VIP pass to soak in all…
How to Win Your Super Bowl Party
January 28, 2015
Super Bowl is America’s way of telling it’s people to eat as much comfort food as possible and not think twice about how the body will feel the next morning.…
The Most Painful Tattoo We Can Imagine
January 23, 2015
Imagine having a tattoo that you hate. Now, I don’t mean a tattoo that came out badly and you are bummed out about. Nor do I mean an ill-advised name…
Diehard Fan Gets Tattoo of the Totti Selfie
January 14, 2015
Discover the phenomenon of selfies: from viral moments to tattoos, explore the impact of self-expression in the digital age.
Urban Meyer Plans Some Ink to Celebrate National Championship
January 13, 2015
Urban Meyer fulfills his promise to get a tattoo after leading the Ohio State Buckeyes to a National Championship victory.
Rick Ross Gets Miami Heat Face Tattoo
January 7, 2015
Explore Rick Ross' dedication to the Miami Heat. Discover how the hip-hop superstar showcases his fandom with a logo tattooed on his face.
Bang Bang Talks Tattoos with LeBron
December 9, 2014
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge weren’t the only royalty attending the Nets v. Cavaliers game Monday night. Cleveland Cavaliers superstar forward LeBron James invited celebrity tattooist Bang Bang to…
Stevie Johnson Shows Off Ink for PETA
November 17, 2014
Ink for PETA! Stevie Johnson takes a stand against wearing fur in PETA's 'Ink, Not Mink' campaign. Discover why he's encouraging others to avoid fur.
Running with the Bulls
August 6, 2014
The Bullrun Rally is one of the most exciting underground cross country races in America with various stops at high profile bars and luxury resorts via some of the best vehicles in the industry.
NFL Training Camp Yields Awesome Tattoos
July 31, 2014
Whether it’s on a football, a program or some other piece of memorabilia, the tasteful flourish of the pen from one of our heroes is a big deal for a lot of people.
Jim Boeheim Tattoo Puzzles Basketball Fans
July 18, 2014
Boeheim seemed pretty amused by the whole scenario, responding in the manner we have come to expect from him after nearly 40 years at the helm of the Syracuse basketball team.
The World Cup’s Tattooed Finest
July 11, 2014
Yes, the World Cup is a time for legends to be born and nations to voice their pride and collective support for a couple dozen of their country’s finest. With such a rabid fan base, it’s only natural for some to want to declare their allegiances permanently.
49er QB Kaepernick Gets Ink By Carlos Torres
July 8, 2014
Like many of Kaepernick’s tattoos the new ink is biblically themed; Torres called it a “money is the root of all evil” tattoo on his Instagram.
Kentucky Fan’s Tattoo Earns Him Free Tickets
April 7, 2014
It appears as if tattoos are becoming the new vision boards for sports fans across the country. A couple of months back we covered a Seattle Seahawks fan that willed his team to a Super Bowl Championship by inking himself before the season starts.
LeBron James Awed By Fan’s Tattoo
March 12, 2014
Dedicated Fan immortalizes LeBron James on his back.
Jonny Gomes Got a Wicked World Series Tattoo
February 7, 2014
The 2013 Boston Red Sox led the major leagues in wins, runs scored, beards grown and outsize personalities on their way to winning the World Series.
NBA Team to Give Out Free Neck Tattoos
February 7, 2014
In order to honor the five-year NBA veteran the Grizzlies have created a unique promotion — on Feb. 21 fans will be given a temporary “Grizzlies” neck tattoo.
Paralympic Ink
February 5, 2014
Originally a skier Gabel jumped sports in 2000 when he felt he didn’t fit in with the skier kids. “[Snowboarding] looked fluid, and those guys looked like they were having a blast,” he recalls.
Brian Wilson’s Got a Gun…Tattoo
January 30, 2014
While Wilson is an excellent pitcher he has been just as well known for his antics off of the field.
Counting Seahawk Eggs Before They Hatch
January 17, 2014
Every sports fan will talk a lot of smack about how great their team is but it takes a fan with extreme dedication to get a tattoo proclaiming their team as the best.
Shirts Vs. Tattooed Skins
November 7, 2013
As the whole defense converges on James he dishes to a wide-open Steph Curry who effortlessly drains a shot from 27 feet out. No, this isn’t a video game or the fever dream of an NBA coach. It’s us vs. them: a team of tattooed superstars taking on their inkless rivals.
Inked Exclusive: Ryan Sheckler on Tattoos, Skate Life, and the Dew Tour
October 11, 2013
Ryan Sheckler has grown, both as a street skater and out of his Tiger Beat look of Bieber-on-a-board to a stylish man with plenty of ink.
New York, the Mother Wave, and a Hail Mary
January 31, 2024
Surfing Pro Balaram Stack’s Wild Ride to Success
Beauty and Darkness
November 29, 2023
Skateboarding Pro Nyjah Huston Opens Up About His Past and His Passion for the Sport
COMFORTABLE IN CHAOS
August 29, 2023
UFC fighter Daniel Rodriguez, known as D-Rod, has been surrounded by chaos his entire life, he is now learning how to channel it.
INKED CULTURE
August 11, 2023
From timepieces to golf clubs to speakers to custom motorcycles, here's a roundup of all the stuff we're coveting this summer
Which Super Bowl Team’s Fans Have the Best Tattoos?
February 9, 2023
You don't have to wait until Sunday to see the Eagles and Chiefs mix it up against each other
New York Yankee Aroldis Chapman Learns a Tattoo Lesson the Hard Way
August 29, 2022
We've never heard of a ballplayer ending up on the Injured List for an infected tattoo before
Jose Mourinho Shows Off New Tattoo
July 18, 2022
The Special One got a tattoo celebrating the many trophies he has won
Aaron Rodgers Gets His First Tattoo
July 7, 2022
The Green Bay Packers star did his own research and got the tattoo of his dreams
Going For Gold
February 11, 2022
After leaving Canada for the US, bobsledder Kaillie Humphries is ready to win gold for her adopted home
Atletico Mineiro Celebrates Long-Awaited Title By Giving Fans Free Tattoos
December 7, 2021
The Brazilian club won the championship for the first time in 50 years so they rewarded their long-suffering fans with free ink.
James Harden Shows Up In an Unexpected Tattoo
November 5, 2021
This tattoo portrait was probably not supposed to be of the Brooklyn Nets star, but it's a dead ringer for James Harden
Ravens Fan Gets Inked After Big Victory Over the Chiefs
September 20, 2021
That's one way to celebrate a victory during Week 2 of the NFL season.
Tyron Woodley Won’t Be Getting That Jake Paul Tattoo After All
September 14, 2021
The former UFC fighter was supposed to get a tattoo reading "I Love Jake Paul" after his loss but it looks like it won't be happening.
Danny Green Celebrates NBA Title With Ink
August 31, 2021
Danny Green, a key member of the 2020 Los Angeles Lakers, visited Steve Butcher for a celebratory tattoo
Lionel Messi Adds the Perfect Touch to a Super Fan’s Tattoo
June 21, 2021
Igor Magalhães showed off his insane back piece depicting the Argentine star and hours later Messi was signing his back
Happy Birthday, Dennis Rodman!
May 13, 2021
The Worm turns the big 6-0 today, so let's honor the inked NBA legend with the colorful hair.
Jake Paul Was Bored at the Airport, So He Got Tattooed
May 7, 2021
Hours after ripping off Floyd Mayweather's hat, Paul decided to grab a permanent reminder of the event
Cowabunga! Ravens QB Robert Griffin III Gets a TMNT Leg Sleeve
April 27, 2021
The Heisman Trophy winner showed he's a true comic book fan with a massive black-and-grey tattoo.
The Problem Child
March 31, 2021
Jake Paul took a break from training for his much-anticipated upcoming fight vs. Ben Askren to speak with us for our latest digital cover.
Bruce Arians Makes Good on Tattoo Bet
March 30, 2021
The head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers said he'd get a tattoo when his team won the Super Bowl, and now he's done his part.
Julio Urias’ Dad Celebrates Dodgers’ Championship with a Massive Tattoo
February 23, 2021
The proud father of the Dodgers' relief pitcher got his first tattoo to celebrate his son's achievements.
Keeping It Real
February 3, 2021
Going straight from the pitch to the television studio, Tim Howard is smoothly making the transition from world class goalkeeper to astute analyst.
Kobe Bryant Tattoos
January 26, 2021
We're honoring the Lakers legend on the anniversary of his passing.
A Conversation With Kareem Jackson of the Denver Broncos
November 5, 2020
We speak with the Broncos' safety about picking off QBs, getting his first tattoo and much more.
Vanessa Bryant’s New Tattoo Honors Her Family
October 14, 2020
Vanessa Bryant went to black-and-grey legend Mister Cartoon for a script tattoo shortly after her late husband Kobe's Lakers won the title.
Dallas Cowboy Ezekiel Elliott Facing Potential Lawsuit Over ‘Feed Me’ Tattoo
October 1, 2020
Former WWE Superstar Ryback is threatening to file suit against the running back, claiming he has a trademark on the catchphrase.
Ezekiel Elliott Shows Off ‘Feed Me’ Tattoo After TD
September 14, 2020
The Dallas Cowboys' running back revealed a belly rocker of his catch phrase after scoring on Sunday night.
The World’s Weirdest NFL Tattoos
September 4, 2020
These aren't your run-of-the-mill team logo tattoos. We've got an insane and hilarious tattoo for every single NFL team.
Mario Balotelli Adds ‘Black Power’ Tattoo to His Face
August 24, 2020
The Italian footballer added five tattoos to his face and neck over the weekend, including script reading "Black Power" over his eye.
Kobe Bryant Tattoos for 8/24
August 20, 2020
August 24 is Kobe Bryant Day, so let's look at some of the most impressive tattoos honoring the late NBA Hall of Famer.
Derrick Rose Went on a Tattoo Spree
August 19, 2020
The former NBA MVP got not one, not two, but five new tattoos this week.
49er George Kittle Gets a ‘Halo’ Tattoo
August 6, 2020
The All-Pro tight end loves video games and now he has the Master Chief tattoo to prove it.
Which Footballer Got This Enormous Leopard Tattoo?
August 4, 2020
A famous forward from Serie A just revealed an epic back tattoo via social media. But who was it?
National League Tattoos
July 27, 2020
The brief baseball season is upon us, so let's enjoy some tattoos celebrating the teams in the Senior Circuit.
There’s Already a Seattle Kraken Tattoo
July 27, 2020
The expansion NHL team won't take the ice until 2021, but one fan has already gotten a tattoo of the team's logo.
Phillies Shortstop Didi Gregorius Tries His Hand at Tattooing
July 17, 2020
The former Yankee has often shown off his artistic talent, now he's learning how to tattoo.
We Finally See Post Malone’s Kansas City Chiefs Tattoos
July 15, 2020
After losing a game of beer pong to Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, Posty had the two stars' names tattooed on his forearm.
Patriots Kicker Has Removed ‘Three Percenters’ Tattoo
July 6, 2020
Justin Rohrwasser caused a stir on draft day when the media noticed his tattoo connected to the far-right militia group.
Nyjah Huston
May 8, 2020
Nyjah Huston has been winning competitions since he was 10, and after 15 years of grinding, he shows no signs of stopping.
Michael Jordan Tattoos
May 4, 2020
The whole country has become transfixed by "The Last Dance," here are some truly spectacular Michael Jordan Tattoos.
Patriots Kicker Justin Rohrwasser Plans to Cover Tattoo
April 27, 2020
The fifth-round draft pick found himself amid controversy over a tattoo linked to a far-right paramilitary group.
Mike Tyson’s Planning to Tattoo It All
April 20, 2020
The 53-year-old boxing legend said that he's been thinking about adding a lot more ink to his body.
Lamar Jackson Got a Massive Chest Tattoo
April 15, 2020
The Raven quarterback better hope that he never leaves Baltimore or he's going to need a ton of laser removal.
Judge Rules NBA 2K Can Recreate LeBron’s Tattoos
March 31, 2020
The lawsuit was brought by a group that owned a copyright on the tattoo designs.
At Least We Still Have Sports Tattoos
March 23, 2020
With no sports to watch while we're in quarantine, these tattoos will help us get our fix
Ole Miss Fan’s Tattoo Crowns 2020 NCAA National Champions
March 16, 2020
With all sports canceled due to COVID-19, one fan saw an opportunity for his favorite team to bring home a title.
Boston Celtic Jayson Tatum’s New Tattoo Has One Tiny Mistake
February 24, 2020
The NBA star unveiled a great looking back tattoo that was just one apostrophe short of perfection.
The Jose Altuve Tattoo Story Is Beyond Idiotic
February 18, 2020
The never-ending Houston Astros cheating scandal has taken a bizarre turn.
Odell Beckham Jr. Gets a Kobe Tattoo
February 11, 2020
The Browns star became the latest athlete to ink a tribute to the late Lakers legend.
Lebron James and Anthony Davis Show Off Their Tattoo Tributes to Kobe
February 3, 2020
Tattooer Vanessa Aurelia shared photos of the heart-wrenching artwork.
Lebron James and Anthony Davis Get Kobe Tribute Tattoos Together
January 30, 2020
The two Los Angeles Lakers stars paid tribute to Kobe Bryant on Wednesday.
Kobe Bryant and His Daughter Among the Nine Dead in Helicopter Crash
January 27, 2020
The NBA legend was on his way to a youth basketball game when the crash occurred.
Damian Lillard Meets a Tattoo of Himself
January 14, 2020
The Portland Trail Blazers star met a fan with a very special tattoo.
This British Grandmother Has 38 Tattoos of Spurs Manager Jose Mourinho
December 10, 2019
This lady's love for "The Special One" is bordering on the extreme
Warriors Big Man Willie Cauley-Stein Shares His Ink
November 26, 2019
All seven feet of this NBA star are covered with tattoos
Looks Like Rafinha Needs a New Tattoo
November 25, 2019
The Brazilian footballer has won yet another title, so you know what that means
KSI Beats Logan Paul in Controversial Decision
November 11, 2019
The second bout between the YouTubers ended in a fraught split decision
Denver Nuggets’ Isaiah Thomas Talks Trading, Tattoos, and His 8-Year NBA Takeaway
June 14, 2019
While Isaiah Thomas' most meaningful basketball memories lay on courts across the country, his most meaningful tattoos are permanently carried with him on his back.
Soccer Fan’s Tattoo Promise Gets Him Called Out by Star Player
February 12, 2019
Now he's getting ice cream on his butt
This Fan’s Tattoo Super Bowl Bet Just Paid Off Bigtime
February 11, 2019
Super Bowl LII tattoo is now a LIII tattoo after Patriots win
Hockey Fan Gets Tattoo of Hockey Player Getting a Tattoo
February 7, 2019
Also, pizza, because everyone loves pizza
Wilson’s ‘Skin the Game’ Campaign Proves You Can Tattoo Footballs
February 6, 2019
Turns out you can actually tattoo inanimate objects
NBC’s The Titan Games Contestant Talks Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Being a Firefighter
January 2, 2019
Will You Be Tuning In to the Premiere of The Titan Games on NBC?
Video Games are Under Copyright Heat Because Athletes Don’t Own Their Tattoos
December 28, 2018
Athletes are caught in the crossfire between their tattoo artists and video game creators. If they don’t own anything, do they at least get a say?
Bodybuilder Rolls Out His Penis With A Rolling Pin For Tattoo Session
December 28, 2018
61-year-old bodybuilder, Ray Houghton, is now completely covered in tattoos, and you won’t believe how much he has spent on his full body suit.
Bang Bang’s Top Tattoo Artist Talks Inking Half the NFL
December 12, 2018
Keith Hernandez Talks Tattooing the NFL, NBA and MLB's Elite Athletes
Jordan Clarkson’s Tattoo Artist Estimates How Much He’s Spent This Year on Tattoos
November 13, 2018
Cleveland Cavaliers’ point/shooting guard, Jordan Clarkson, is looking like a different man this season.
One of These Sisters is a Bad-Ass MMA Fighter!
August 30, 2017
A Dangerous Beauty in the Ring! Ana Claudia Dantas Gadelha is a Brazilian MMA fighter who learned about “fighting” for her dreams as a teenage, however it wasn’t in the…
Auston Matthews’ Crazy Realistic Lion Arm Tattoo
June 14, 2017
This Tattoo is a Beast! Lion tattoos are having a serious moment right now, and while Justin Bieber, Mauro Icardi and Ed Sheeran’s lion tattoos are all cool in their…
Wizards’ John Wall Gets Inked in Tributes to Civil Rights Icons
June 7, 2017
Civil Rights Activists Honored in Ink John Wall, point guard for the Washington Wizards, has found a permanent and personal way to “pay respect to the ones who made a…
Derrius Guice Shows Off Huge ‘Savage’ Back Tattoo
May 31, 2017
This LSU Tiger is a ‘Savage’ Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray got a tattoo of a “mean face” on his shoulder because, as he says, “I’m a SAVAGE!!!!” Well, it…
Spurs’ Dejounte Murray Explains Weird Shoulder Tattoo … Sort Of
May 25, 2017
Dejounte is a ‘Savage’ If you’ve never seen the tattoo San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray has inked on his shoulder, count your blessings. The odd piece has become the…
Ravens Rookie Chris Wormley Has a ‘Big Worm’ Tattoo in His Mouth
May 24, 2017
Read His Lips and Squirm Like a Worm Lip tattoos are apparently a big thing in the NFL right now, and much like Cowboys draft pick Ryan Switzer showed off…
Mauro Icardi’s New Lion Torso Tattoo is Something to Behold
May 12, 2017
Soccer Star Goes Beast Mode with Latest Tattoo If you thought Ed Sheeran’s lion chest tattedfoo was sweet, you should see the massive new lion piece professional soccer player, Mauro…
UFC Fighter Mike Perry ‘Shocked the World’ With Face Tattoo
May 10, 2017
‘I’m gonna keep shocking y’all.’ People get tattooed for all sorts of reason: to remind them of an important time in their lives, to commemorate loved ones, as a badge…
Check Out Cowboys Draft Pick Ryan Switzer’s Regrettable Tattoo
May 5, 2017
You Won’t ‘Believe’ Your Eyes North Carolina wide receiver Ryan Switzer was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys on April 29, and the 22-year-old, who is considered “deadly” on punt returns,…
Tennessee Volunteers Fan Proves He ‘Bleeds Orange’ with New Leg Tattoo
May 3, 2017
Die-Hard Fan Go Hard for the Vols Fans of the Tennessee Volunteers college football team live and breathe UT, and they would do just about anything to prove their allegiance…
This Cowboys Player Has a Chip (Tattoo) on His Shoulder
April 28, 2017
Anthony Brown: ‘Been Playing with a Chip on my Shoulder’ Anthony Brown, cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys, has, as he puts it, “been playing with a chip on my shoulder…
Odell Beckham Jr. Honors Michael Jackson with Tattoo
April 26, 2017
OBJ Rockin’ a New MJ Tattoo Odell Beckham Jr. is a huge fan of Michael Jackson. So much so, that the Giants wide receiver has both Moonwalked and acted out…
Bakhar Nabieva: ‘Miss Iron Bum’
March 31, 2017
Behold the “Girl with the Iron Bum.” We’ve seen our fare share of fitness models in the past, but Bakhar Nabieva is ripped! The Ukranian fitness model drove the Internets…
Spanish Soccer Star’s Tattoos are Odd, But Incredible
March 29, 2017
The Curious and Wondrous Tattoos of Alberto Moreno A gun-toting chimpanzee, a tiger with a bandana on its head, a panda bear wearing a monocle and bowler hat and smoking…
Tweet Goes Viral When Teen Sees 12-Year-Old Self in Footballer’s Ink
March 23, 2017
He was just trying to watch a soccer game when he realized that his teenage face was tattooed on one of the players whom he had never even met.
59 Year-Old Reinvents Himself With Full Body Tattoo
March 9, 2017
This veteran bodybuilder wasn't going to take on old age lying down, so he went out and got crazy ink from head to toe!
Tom Brady Fan Gets Portrait Tattoo of the Super Bowl Champ on his Butt
February 17, 2017
An extremely dedicated Tom Brady fan got a tattoo of the Super Bowl champ on his ass! You can’t make this stuff up. Some dude walked into a Boston area…
Philly Pro Soccer Team Hiring an Official Tattoo Artist
February 16, 2017
A new position was just created on one of the Major League Soccer teams: Chief Tattoo Officer! The pro soccer team known as the Philadelphia Union is looking to fill…
Dallas Cowboys Fan Changing Up His Tat
January 17, 2017
It’s like the popular adage says, “Think before you ink.” Dallas Cowboys fans had to hang up their jerseys this past Sunday (Jan. 15) after a devastating fade served up…
Tattoos Being Used as Evidence Against Aaron Hernandez in Trial
January 12, 2017
Tattoos can and will be held against you. You have to read this. In a move that is sure to raise tattooed eyebrows everywhere, a judge just OK’d prosecutors to…
The Michael Phelps Death Stare Will Live on Forever in Tattoo Form
August 12, 2016
At the London Olympics four years ago we had McKayla Maroney and her unimpressed look, now we have Michael Phelps and his terrifying #PhelpsFace. While it would be easy to remember…
NBA Superstar Kevin Durant Gets a Tupac Portrait Tattoo
July 21, 2016
NBA superstar Kevin Durant has finally gotten some ink that we can see when he’s out on the court in the form of a portrait of the late great Tupac…
Propriety of Olympic Ink Questioned Amid Paralympics Tattoo Controversy
July 20, 2016
When British Paralympic swimming champ, Josef Craig, got a tattoo of a lion and the Olympic rings on his chest, he probably never expected the ink to get him disqualified…
All Star Baseball Tattoos
July 12, 2016
Considering that baseball is our national pastime, one should not be surprised to see that there are a heck of a lot of baseball tattoos out there. There are so…
6 Inspiring Tattoos Dedicated to the Late Muhammad Ali
June 13, 2016
News of Muhammad Ali’s death on June 3 came as a shock to fans around the world, many of whom weren’t even born yet when the boxing legend fought his…
Johnny Manziel Gets Massive Arm Tattoo Inked During Flight
June 6, 2016
Johnny Manziel has always been a fan of Drake, but it was Justin Bieber the former quarterback for the Cleveland Browns was emulating when he got a gigantic tattoo inked…
Star of History Channel’s ‘Alone’ Talks Survival and Tattoos
May 27, 2016
Imagine you’ve been left on a desert island and forced to fend for yourself. With you are only a few choice materials you stuffed into a mediocre backpack. There is…
Soccer Star Shocks World With ‘Tattoo’ of Biggest Fan
May 24, 2016
Portrait tattoos have become so commonplace that we are used to seeing people get tattoos of their favorite actors, musicians and athletes that no one batted an eye when a…
The Ultimate Cocktail Guide for Derby Day
May 6, 2016
The first Saturday of May is quickly approaching and that can mean only one thing—The Kentucky Derby! Now, you don’t need to be interested in horse racing to have a…
Iggy Azalea Saves Nick Young From a Tattoo Disaster
April 28, 2016
Los Angeles Laker Nick Young came very close to learning the most important rule for script tattoos—always triple check the spelling—the hard way. Luckily his fiancée, rap sensation Iggy Azalea,…
Want a Tattoo of the Sacramento Kings New Logo? They’ll Pick up the Tab
April 27, 2016
In an effort to distract their fans from yet another season spent at the bottom of the NBA standings, the Sacramento Kings unveiled a new set of logos this week.…
MMA Superstar Connor McGregor Announces Retirement on Twitter
April 19, 2016
UFC fans are absolutely losing their minds on Twitter right now as it appears that tattooed fighting sensation Connor McGregor has fought his last fight. The Irishman has yet to…
Johnny Manziel Catching Lots of Flack for New Hand Tattoos
April 18, 2016
Johnny Manziel may not be any closer to signing a contract with a new NFL team, but the former Cleveland Browns quarterback apparently has plenty of time (and money) to spend…
Kobe and His Ink on The Court One Last Time
April 13, 2016
Tonight Kobe and his ink will hit the NBA hardwood for the final time. The Philly native will deliver his final pounding of rubber and leather to the floor in…
Odell Beckham Jr. Shows Off Enormous Back Piece by Bang Bang
March 28, 2016
To begin, a warning for fans of the New York Giants—don’t read too much into your star wide receiver’s new tattoo lest you want to get depressed about the possible…
Hang Out With Miley Cyrus & She May Make You Get a Tattoo
February 16, 2016
If there’s one thing Miley Cyrus loves more than getting tattooed, it may be making other people get inked, especially if she can somehow involve Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne in…
Inked Up Defender Von Miller Grabs the Super Bowl MVP
February 8, 2016
Photo Gallery Follows the Text You can’t blame Cam Newton if he has recurring nightmares about Von Miller breathing down his neck after last night’s Super Bowl 50. Miller, the…
Game Day Treats
February 4, 2016
The big game is coming up this week! You know what I’m talking about, that final game of the football season that we aren’t allowed to call by it’s actual…
Creators of NBA 2K16 Being Sued Over LeBron’s Ink
February 2, 2016
As tattoo fans we were thrilled when we heard that NBA 2K16 video game would include the real life ink of all of our favorite players. It turns out that…
UFC Fighter Sean O’Connell’s Hilarious Weigh Ins
January 27, 2016
It’s hard to ponder a more serious situation than jumping into the octagon and going three rounds with a trained martial artist. But for UFC Light Heavyweight Sean O’Connell it’s…
Someone Actually Made Brock Lesnar’s Knife Tattoo
January 14, 2016
Brock Lesnar is not the type of person that you would want to get into a tussle with. The WWE Superstar and former UFC champion is jacked beyond what we…
Whose booty is this? Hint: The Tattoos Give it Away
January 6, 2016
After many heated arguments with loved ones we were starting to believe that being able to name any celebrity just by seeing their tattoos was a completely worthless skill, then…
John Cena Will ‘Never’ Get Tattoos Because Of His Mom
December 14, 2015
WWE 15-time world champion John Cena appears in Tina Fey and Amy Poehler’s hilarious new movie Sisters as a heavily tattooed drug dealer. Cena told Page Six, “In real life I would…
Barcelona Star Neymar Adds an Inspiring Tattoo to His Collection
December 9, 2015
Normally we would say that getting a tattoo of yourself is an insanely egocentric act and that it should be avoided at all costs, but in the case of Barcelona…
Manchester City To Offer Laser Removal For Supporters
December 3, 2015
When a football club decides to alter their badge it is an enormous deal. Imagine if the New York Yankees suddenly decided to ditch their iconic “NY” for a logo…
Skater Tattoos
November 20, 2015
There are two things that can clearly show that a person has a rebellious nature—a tattoo on their skin or a skateboard under their arm. Skaters and ink have always…
This Tattoo Trend Must Be Stopped
November 10, 2015
Both athletes and the fans that love them have been known for being more than a little bit superstitious. Everybody seems to have their little routine that they go through…
Jonny Gomes Delivers an Epic Mic Drop
November 4, 2015
While Jonny Gomes rarely saw the field as a Kansas City Royal—he only played in 12 games and was left off of the postseason roster—he was clearly the MVP of…
Jose Bautista’s Epic Bat Flip Will Live Forever
October 16, 2015
When Jose Bautista teed off on a 1-1 pitch in the seventh inning of the decisive Game 5 of the ALDS you just knew that it was a home run…
Vitaly Says Tattoos Propel Jewelry-For-Men Movement
September 16, 2015
Shane Vitaly Foran, CEO and designer of Vitaly, talks business, tattoos, and travel essentials with Inked. How does an accidental fashion designer of only four years retail his unisex jewelry…
MJ and Kobe Face Off In These Tattoos
August 21, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows The Text The back of this man’s legs will forever be locked into an epic battle of one-on-one thanks to his tattoos. On one calf you have…
Thor ‘The Mountain’ Bjornsson Carries Cars Around for Fun
August 7, 2015
Photo Gallery follows the Text and Video We love strongman competitions. Part of it is the feeling of awe and wonderment we get while watching the amazing feats of strength.…
The Most Extreme Thing You Will See All Day
August 5, 2015
For 99.9% of the Earth’s population BASE jumping—parachuting from a structure or cliff—is far too dangerous of an activity to take up. On the other hand, daredevil Josh Miramant needed…
Nick ‘Swaggy P’ Young Inks His Buckets Arm
August 5, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text It’s impossible not to like a man who calls himself Swaggy P. Even as a Celtics fan—which makes me an avid Laker hater—Nick Young never…
Get in the Octagon With Ronda ArouseMe – Exclusive Pics From the MMA Porn Parody
July 31, 2015
Meet the tattooed starlet who will be playing Ronda "ArouseMe" in an upcoming Burning Angel porn parody of MMA superstar Ronda Rousey.
David Beckham Parties Like It’s 1999 With His Newest Ink
July 23, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text David Beckham has had a lot of good years in his life, but we’re guessing that none of them compare to 1999. The British footballer…
Devon Still To Accept ESPYS Award Without Inspiring Daughter
July 14, 2015
Photo Gallery Follows the Text The presentation of the Jimmy V. Perseverance award at Wednesday night’s ESPYS was supposed to be a celebration of Leah Still’s victory over cancer. Leah,…
Have You Seen Kyrie Irving’s ‘Friends’ Tattoo?
June 12, 2015
PHOTOS OF IRVING’S TATTOOS IN THE GALLERY BELOW THE TEXT Even though Cleveland Cavalier point guard Kyrie Irving has been sidelined from the 2015 NBA finals after he fractured his…
Tim Howard Moonlights as a Tattoo Artist
June 5, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text Now that Everton’s season is over Tim Howard likely finds himself with a lot of time on his hands, why not pick up a new trade?…
Devon Still Begins a Touching Tattoo Tribute To His Daughter
June 4, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text One of the few uplifting stories throughout last year’s NFL season involved Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Devon Still and his 5-year-old daughter Leah’s fight against cancer.…
Aaron Hernandez Comes to Court With a New Tattoo
May 21, 2015
The last time we saw former NFL star Aaron Hernandez he was in a Boston courtroom being sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being found…
The Accomplished Amy Purdy: Life Is Either a Daring Adventure or Nothing at All
May 13, 2015
Would you like to introduce yourself?Amy Purdy, I am a professional athlete, motivational speaker, New York Times best-selling Author, actor and model. What social causes are most important to you?Inclusion…
Randy Gregory Gets Dallas Cowboys Tattoo After Draft
May 6, 2015
There are plenty of stories about people who have done much crazier things to express their love for the Dallas Cowboys. Randy Gregory—the defensive lineman from Nebraska who got picked…
Horse Tattoos
May 1, 2015
Brush off you best hat and prepare to get hammered on mint juleps, this weekend is the Kentucky Derby. If you need a creative recipe for your juleps or just…
Floyd Mayweather Hits the Ring in Style Thanks to Dapper Dan
May 1, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text High fashion and boxing are two things that the average person wouldn’t ever expect to go together. Well, Floyd Mayweather isn’t your average boxer and he…
Samsung Goes Behind the Scenes with Manny Pacquiao
May 1, 2015
This Saturday boxing fans are finally going to get the mega fight they have spent the last half decade clamoring for—Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao. Through a partnership with Samsung…
13 Ridiculous Ballpark Foods
April 28, 2015
Once the weather starts to get warm we are itching to go out to the ballgame. While we love baseball it’s not the game that attracts us to the stadium…
Colleen Crowley Gets Tattoo For Johnny Manziel
April 24, 2015
Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel is no stranger to the headlines. He’s been making them since high school, continued to as a Heisman Trophy winning freshman when he played for…
Birdman’s Ready for War
April 23, 2015
Gallery follows the text The criteria required for choosing a favorite athlete should involve a heck of a lot more than just what you find in the box score. Simply…
Did Neymar Steal David Beckham’s Tattoo Design?
April 21, 2015
GALLERY FOLLOWS TEXT Apparently when they aren’t on the pitch dominating every other team in Spain’s Primera Division the members of Barcelona like to spend their time at the tattoo…
Strength Through Ink – A Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor’s Therapeutic Tattoo
April 20, 2015
On the third Monday of April citizens of Massachusetts celebrate Patriots’ Day. The holiday was conceived to honor the date of the first battles of the American Revolution at Lexington…
Aaron Hernandez Found Guilty of Murder
April 15, 2015
After six days of deliberation a jury has found former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez guilty of first degree murder in the killing of Odin Lloyd. Hernandez, who…
Leah Jung is the Tattooed Model Madness Champion
April 14, 2015
Congratulations to Leah Jung, the Inked Tattooed Model Madness 2015 Champion! About a month ago we presented you a bracket filled with 64 of the most beautiful tattooed models on…
Tattooed Model Madness Championship
April 8, 2015
It’s been a grueling two weeks but we’ve finally hit the home stretch—only two women remain in the 2015 Inked Tattooed Model Madness. Arabella Drummond and Leah Jung have both…
Tattooed Model Madness – Final Four
April 2, 2015
PHOTOS AND VOTING FOLLOW THE TEXT Over the last couple of weeks you have voted and 60 beautiful tattooed models have been eliminated in the 2015 Inked Tattooed Model Madness…
NFL to Ban Tattoos
April 1, 2015
In a shocking move that will send ripples throughout not only the National Football League but all of the major professional sports, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that starting in the…
We Dissect One Man’s Misguided Opinion on Tattoos in the NCAA Tournament
March 31, 2015
Normally when we come across an article casting tattoos and the people who have them in a negative light we shrug our shoulders, sigh deeply and move on. Yet every…
Tattooed Model Madness – Sweet Sixteen
March 24, 2015
PHOTOS AND VOTING FOLLOW THE TEXT Welcome to the Sweet Sixteen! Through our first two rounds of voting there have been a slew of upsets in the 2015 Tattooed Model…
Tattooed Model Madness – First Round Part 1
March 17, 2015
PHOTOS AND VOTING FOLLOWS THE TEXT It’s that time of year again. The time when the weather starts to get a little warmer, we consume our weight in corned beef…
Retro College Basketball Flavor
March 13, 2015
If and when I become president of our fine country my first order of business will be to relax all regulations on tattoos in the military but in the same…
My Morning with Cassius Clay
February 25, 2015
Backtrack 51 years (February 25, 1964) to Miami Beach, Florida, underdog Cassius Clay promised to “float like a butterfly and sting like a bee,” against opponent Sonny Liston. At 22,…
Beyond the Ink: Air + Style + Alysha Nett
February 25, 2015
Gallery Follows the Text Alysha Nett checks in with us as often as her busy schedule will allow to give her insight on modeling,tattoos and art, and all of her…
The Broadway Joe Featuring George Dickel No. 12
February 24, 2015
Although we are cutting edge here at Inked we are a little old school in our drinking predilections. For instance we don’t allow Red Bull anywhere near our alcohol and…
Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Tattoos Against Hunger
February 16, 2015
When Paris Saint-Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored barely two minutes into a match against Caen on Saturday it was no surprise when he tore off his shirt to celebrate. While…
How Did Rex Ryan Update his Jets Tattoo?
February 3, 2015
All but a very select few NFL coaches stay with the same team for a long time so it’s wise not to get too many attachments to the job. As a…
Disappointed Seahawks Fan Takes Sandpaper to Tattoo
February 2, 2015
Last week we told you all about OC—a diehard Seattle Seahawks fan who chose to get a tattoo proclaiming his beloved team “Back-to-Back” Super Bowl champions back in December. While…
Super Babe: Charmaine Glock
January 30, 2015
“I Don’t Want People to Think Marshawn Lynch is Dating a Porn Star” Gallery Follows Text Instagram: @charmazinggWeb:Charmaineglock.bigcartel.com Almost every list of sexiest NFL wives or girlfriends (WAGs) includes the…
Check Out Danny Trejo’s Super Bowl Commercial
January 30, 2015
Danny Trejo, one of the baddest dudes in Hollywood, shows his rage and ink in a new Super Bowl commercial for Snickers. When we chatted with him a few years…
Will This Seahawks Tattoo Be a Prophecy or an Epic Fail?
January 29, 2015
Say what you want about the Seattle Seahawks but they certainly are confident. If you take one second to listen to Richard Sherman and other members of the Legion of…
Ripping Farts and Breaking Hearts with Wee Man
January 29, 2015
Gallery Follows Text The Winter X Games were in full effect this past weekend in Aspen, and Monster Energy gave us an all access VIP pass to soak in all…
How to Win Your Super Bowl Party
January 28, 2015
Super Bowl is America’s way of telling it’s people to eat as much comfort food as possible and not think twice about how the body will feel the next morning.…
The Most Painful Tattoo We Can Imagine
January 23, 2015
Imagine having a tattoo that you hate. Now, I don’t mean a tattoo that came out badly and you are bummed out about. Nor do I mean an ill-advised name…
Diehard Fan Gets Tattoo of the Totti Selfie
January 14, 2015
Discover the phenomenon of selfies: from viral moments to tattoos, explore the impact of self-expression in the digital age.
Urban Meyer Plans Some Ink to Celebrate National Championship
January 13, 2015
Urban Meyer fulfills his promise to get a tattoo after leading the Ohio State Buckeyes to a National Championship victory.
Rick Ross Gets Miami Heat Face Tattoo
January 7, 2015
Explore Rick Ross' dedication to the Miami Heat. Discover how the hip-hop superstar showcases his fandom with a logo tattooed on his face.
Bang Bang Talks Tattoos with LeBron
December 9, 2014
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge weren’t the only royalty attending the Nets v. Cavaliers game Monday night. Cleveland Cavaliers superstar forward LeBron James invited celebrity tattooist Bang Bang to…
Stevie Johnson Shows Off Ink for PETA
November 17, 2014
Ink for PETA! Stevie Johnson takes a stand against wearing fur in PETA's 'Ink, Not Mink' campaign. Discover why he's encouraging others to avoid fur.
Running with the Bulls
August 6, 2014
The Bullrun Rally is one of the most exciting underground cross country races in America with various stops at high profile bars and luxury resorts via some of the best vehicles in the industry.
NFL Training Camp Yields Awesome Tattoos
July 31, 2014
Whether it’s on a football, a program or some other piece of memorabilia, the tasteful flourish of the pen from one of our heroes is a big deal for a lot of people.
Jim Boeheim Tattoo Puzzles Basketball Fans
July 18, 2014
Boeheim seemed pretty amused by the whole scenario, responding in the manner we have come to expect from him after nearly 40 years at the helm of the Syracuse basketball team.
The World Cup’s Tattooed Finest
July 11, 2014
Yes, the World Cup is a time for legends to be born and nations to voice their pride and collective support for a couple dozen of their country’s finest. With such a rabid fan base, it’s only natural for some to want to declare their allegiances permanently.
49er QB Kaepernick Gets Ink By Carlos Torres
July 8, 2014
Like many of Kaepernick’s tattoos the new ink is biblically themed; Torres called it a “money is the root of all evil” tattoo on his Instagram.
Kentucky Fan’s Tattoo Earns Him Free Tickets
April 7, 2014
It appears as if tattoos are becoming the new vision boards for sports fans across the country. A couple of months back we covered a Seattle Seahawks fan that willed his team to a Super Bowl Championship by inking himself before the season starts.
LeBron James Awed By Fan’s Tattoo
March 12, 2014
Dedicated Fan immortalizes LeBron James on his back.
Jonny Gomes Got a Wicked World Series Tattoo
February 7, 2014
The 2013 Boston Red Sox led the major leagues in wins, runs scored, beards grown and outsize personalities on their way to winning the World Series.
NBA Team to Give Out Free Neck Tattoos
February 7, 2014
In order to honor the five-year NBA veteran the Grizzlies have created a unique promotion — on Feb. 21 fans will be given a temporary “Grizzlies” neck tattoo.
Paralympic Ink
February 5, 2014
Originally a skier Gabel jumped sports in 2000 when he felt he didn’t fit in with the skier kids. “[Snowboarding] looked fluid, and those guys looked like they were having a blast,” he recalls.
Brian Wilson’s Got a Gun…Tattoo
January 30, 2014
While Wilson is an excellent pitcher he has been just as well known for his antics off of the field.
Counting Seahawk Eggs Before They Hatch
January 17, 2014
Every sports fan will talk a lot of smack about how great their team is but it takes a fan with extreme dedication to get a tattoo proclaiming their team as the best.
Shirts Vs. Tattooed Skins
November 7, 2013
As the whole defense converges on James he dishes to a wide-open Steph Curry who effortlessly drains a shot from 27 feet out. No, this isn’t a video game or the fever dream of an NBA coach. It’s us vs. them: a team of tattooed superstars taking on their inkless rivals.
Inked Exclusive: Ryan Sheckler on Tattoos, Skate Life, and the Dew Tour
October 11, 2013
Ryan Sheckler has grown, both as a street skater and out of his Tiger Beat look of Bieber-on-a-board to a stylish man with plenty of ink.