Apolo Ohno

Speedskater

Birthday May 22, 1982

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Federal Way, WA

Age 42 years old

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About

American speed skater who won several medals in three Winter Olympic games, including a gold at the 2002 Olympics in Salt Lake City. He won the fourth season of Dancing with the Stars in 2007 alongside Julianne Hough.

Before Fame

His father worked long hours as a single father, but they developed an incredibly strong bond.

Trivia

His name comes from a combination of the Greek words 'Apo' meaning 'away from', and 'lo,' meaning 'look out'.

Family Life

His parents were Yuki Ohno and Jerrie Lee, but they divorced when he was young. He was raised primarily by his father. He also has an older half brother. 

Associated With

He beat Laila Ali to win Season 4 of Dancing with the Stars.