The Converse Chuck Taylor All Star was first produced in 1917 as the "All Star," but added the "Chuck Taylor" name after the all-star basketball player endorsed the sneaker and helped improve it by adding a non-slip sole. Today, it is as popular as ever and is worn by adults, teenagers and children around the world. Footaction.com has a huge selection of Converse Shoes - including the classic Chuck Taylors - in every color, pattern and size imaginable.