Date of Birth: November 20, 1976
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Dominique Dawes, also known as “Awesome Dawesome,” is a retired American artistic gymnast who dazzled the world with her grace, power, and agility. Born on November 20, 1976, in Silver Spring, Maryland, Dominique began gymnastics at the age of six. Her dedication and hard work quickly paid off as she rose through the ranks of the sport. Dawes is best known for being a member of the “Magnificent Seven,” the U.S. women’s gymnastics team that won the first-ever team gold medal for the United States at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. In addition to her team success, she also won an individual bronze medal on the floor exercise in the same Olympics, making her the first African American woman to win an individual Olympic medal in gymnastics. Throughout her career, Dawes competed in three Olympic Games (1992, 1996, and 2000) and earned numerous national and international medals. After retiring from competitive gymnastics, she continued to promote the sport and inspire young athletes through various speaking engagements, coaching, and media appearances. Dominique Dawes has also ventured into the world of entrepreneurship by opening the Dominique Dawes Gymnastics Academy, which aims to provide a positive and nurturing environment for young gymnasts. She remains a prominent advocate for healthy living, physical fitness, and the importance of mental health in sports.
5 Interesting Facts about Dominique Dawes
1. Dominique Dawes was the first African American woman to win an individual Olympic medal in gymnastics.
2. She was a member of the “Magnificent Seven,” the U.S. women’s gymnastics team that won gold at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
3. Dawes competed in three Olympic Games: 1992, 1996, and 2000.
4. She opened the Dominique Dawes Gymnastics Academy to inspire and train young gymnasts.
5. Dawes was inducted into the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame in 2009.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Dominique Dawes
1. “Don’t let anyone rob you of your imagination, your creativity, or your curiosity. It’s your place in the world; it’s your life.”
2. “I’m very forgiving so I forgive most things, really.”
3. “It’s important to push yourself further than you think you can go each and every day – as that is what separates the good from the great.”
4. “You have to be confident when you’re competing. You have to be a beast.”
5. “When you feel like quitting, think about why you started.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
As of the latest estimates, Dominique Dawes has achieved a net worth of approximately $2.5 million.
Children
Dominique Dawes is married to Jeff Thompson, and together they have four children: Kateri, Quinn, and twins Lincoln and Dakota.
Relevant Links
1. [Dominique Dawes Official Site](https://www.dominiquedawesgymnasticsacademy.com
2. [International Gymnastics Hall of Fame Biography](https://www.ighof.com
3. [Olympic Profile](https://www.olympic.org/dominique-dawes
5. [Biography.com Profile](https://www.biography.com/athlete/dominique-dawes
