Professional climber, free solo pioneer
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Successfully completed Taipei 101 free solo; disclosed Netflix paid "mid six figures" which he called "embarrassingly small"
Alex Honnold completed the first ropeless ascent of Taipei 101 on January 25, 2026, summiting all 1,667 feet in 1 hour, 31 minutes, and 40 seconds. The climb—broadcast live on Netflix to a global audience—represents the highest urban free solo in history. After two weather postponements, Honnold navigated glass, steel, and concrete surfaces far smoother than the rock walls he typically climbs, battling increasing wind as he ascended. Cheers erupted from street-level crowds as he reached the spire. His immediate reaction upon summiting: "Sick."
Updated Jan 26
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