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For me going down in history being the first black American to win the gold, I think more colored people are going to start coming to the gymnastics world and say 'okay, anything is possible. If Gabby did it, then I can do it too.'
Gabby Douglas
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Gabby Douglas
Age: 29
Born: 1995
Born: December 31
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My mom used to tell me when I was little, 'When it rains, it's God's manifestation - a big day's waiting to happen.'
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Never give up and always keep fighting, because though times may be tough, the sacrifices do pay off, so just keep pushing towards your dream and just love it at the same time and enjoy it.
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It's definitely important to have your mom and family there to back you up and cheering from the stands.
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I like to hike and play with my dogs and spend time with my family. We go out to family dinners a lot.
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The one snack I really love is YoCrunch yogurt. It's like an apple pie in a cup! You have your apples on the bottom, your yogurt in the middle, and piecrust crumbs on top.
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I was just, you know, kind of getting racist jokes, kind of being isolated from the group. So it was definitely hard. I would come home at night and just cry my eyes out.
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I just want to inspire all those people who gave up and said 'I quit,' Never give up!
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I wrote the book 'Grace, Gold & Glory' because I had to overcome many challenges and hardships. I wanted to share my story to let anyone facing hardships know that your dream is still possible.
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I have no regrets coming back for a second Olympic team [in 2016]. It's been an amazing experience. It's been teaching me a lot.
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Don't be afraid to speak up for yourself. Keep fighting for your dreams!
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I want to do all roles. The skys the limit.
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Hard days are the best because that's when champions are made.
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Sacrifices are not in vain. At the end, everything will pay off.
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You need your mom and dad to protect you. It means they love you so much. It was awesome she was backing me up and defending me.
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To win Olympic gold it takes a lot of HARDWORK, a lot of PASSION, a lot of SACRIFICES.
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I'd tell any girl who continues to love gymnastics enough to want pursue a college scholarship to keep pushing yourself 100% in the gym every single day.
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I just spent my whole life training and focused on one thing, I really don't even think about after the fact! It's like, oh yeah, I have to do something after!
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I like squirrels. Theyre so adventurous.
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I'm a very good bowler, which I discovered a few months ago.
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Gold medals are made out of sweat, blood and tears and effort in the gym every day.
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