Bode Miller

Date of Birth: October 12, 1977

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Bode Miller, born Samuel Bode Miller, is an American former World Cup alpine ski racer. He was born on October 12, 1977, in Easton, New Hampshire, USA. Raised in a family that embraced an unconventional lifestyle, Miller was homeschooled until the third grade and grew up in a rustic cabin without electricity or indoor plumbing. His early exposure to nature and physical activity laid the groundwork for his future in professional skiing. Miller made his World Cup debut in 1998 and quickly became known for his aggressive and often risky racing style. He is one of the most successful American alpine ski racers, having won six Olympic medals, including one gold, three silvers, and two bronzes. Additionally, he has two overall World Cup titles (2005, 2008) and four world championships to his name. Throughout his career, Miller was celebrated for his versatility across different skiing disciplines, from slalom to downhill. He retired from competitive skiing in 2017 but remains actively involved in the sport through coaching and commentary. Off the slopes, Miller has been involved in various business ventures and charitable activities, including the Turtle Ridge Foundation, which he co-founded to support adaptive and youth sports programs.

5 Interesting Facts about Bode Miller

1. Bode Miller is the most decorated American male alpine skier in Olympic history.

2. He has won a total of 33 World Cup races in four different disciplines: downhill, super-G, giant slalom, and combined.

3. Miller grew up in a simple, off-the-grid cabin in the woods of New Hampshire.

4. He has a deep interest in horse racing and has even taken part in professional horse racing events.

5. Bode Miller co-founded the Turtle Ridge Foundation, which supports adaptive sports for disabled individuals and youth sports.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bode Miller

1. “My goal is to ski as fast as the natural universe will allow. That’s the philosophy I’ve always had.”

2. “If you want to win anything—a race, yourself, your life—you have to go a little berserk.”

3. “When you back off, it’s easier to make mistakes. For me it’s better to ski fast.”

4. “The times I’m most successful are when I’m just going for it; I don’t care about the outcome.”

5. “The more you struggle, the more you learn, and the more you learn, the better you get.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Bode Miller’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Bode Miller has four children: Neesyn Dace Miller (born 2008) with ex-girlfriend Chanel Johnson, Samuel Bode Miller-McKenna (born 2013) with Sara McKenna, and two children with his wife, Morgan Beck Miller, a professional beach volleyball player: Nash Skan Miller (born 2015) and Easton Vaughn Rek Miller (born 2018).