Gabby Douglas

December 31, 1995 – present

Olympic Gymnast

Won Olympic gold and gave all the glory to God

Biography

American artistic gymnast who became the first African American to win the individual all-around gold medal at the 2012 Olympics. Also won team gold in 2012 and 2016.

Faith & Testimony

A devout Christian who has openly credited God for her success. She wrote 'Grace, Gold, and Glory: My Leap of Faith,' sharing how her faith sustained her through challenges. She has said, 'My faith is everything to me.'

Sources

Gabby Douglas — Wikipedia — Biography of the Olympic champion gymnast
Grace, Gold, and Glory: My Leap of Faith — By Gabrielle Douglas. Her autobiography about faith and gymnastics