Missy Franklin

May 10, 1995 –

Olympic Swimmer

Swimming is what I do, but it's not who I am

Biography

Five-time Olympic medalist (four golds) in swimming. Won four gold medals at the 2012 London Olympics at age 17 and was one of the most celebrated swimmers of her generation.

Faith & Testimony

Franklin has spoken openly about her Christian faith being central to her identity. She has said: 'My faith in God is the most important thing in my life. Swimming is what I do, but it's not who I am.' She has been involved in various charitable causes and youth mentoring.

Sources

Franklin — Wikipedia — Olympic swimmer and faith advocate
Relentless Spirit: The Unconventional Raising of a Champion — By Missy Franklin, D.A. and Dick Franklin (Dutton, 2016). Family memoir discussing how faith shaped Missy's character and athletic career
Missy Franklin: My Faith Is the Most Important Thing in My Life — Franklin discusses how her Christian faith is central to her identity beyond swimming