The Hawaiian surfer was joined by his wife Gabrielle Reece, along with their two daughters. âAnytime you get to do something you love to do, itâs just a bonus. He gets to surf,â said Reece, a former pro volleyball player. âWeâve gotten out of real jobs.â There were plenty of athletes among the crowd of more than 300 from around the world who could say the same â many of them elite stand-up paddlers who were honored through the night.