Meaty, the beloved bulldog from the MTV show “Rob & Big,” passed away in 2015. He was a cherished pet of professional skateboarder Rob Dyrdek and a fan favorite for his playful antics on the show.
Meaty was introduced to audiences when “Rob & Big” first aired in 2006. The show followed the lives of Rob Dyrdek and his bodyguard, Christopher “Big Black” Boykin, along with their extended family of pets, which included Meaty. The bulldog quickly became a symbol of the show, often seen skateboarding, lounging around, or getting into mischief.
After the show ended in 2008, Meaty continued to live with Rob Dyrdek and appeared on Dyrdek’s subsequent projects, including “Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory.” Meaty’s presence on social media and in Dyrdek’s life kept him in the public eye, endearing him to fans even after the show concluded.
Meaty’s passing in 2015 was met with an outpouring of sympathy from fans who had followed his journey from the early days of “Rob & Big.” Rob Dyrdek shared his grief on social media, commemorating Meaty’s life and the joy he brought to many. Meaty’s legacy lives on through the memories of his playful spirit and the impact he had on the show and its viewers.
