Quick Info
| Profession | Track, Field |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 18/11/1985 |
| Age | 40 years |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Latest News about Allyson Felix
01/01/2025
Allyson Felix was inducted into the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. The honor recognized her record-setting track career and her broader impact as an advocate for athletes and women in sport.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Allyson Michelle Felix |
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| Nickname | Shug |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Scorpio |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" |
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| Weight | 55 kg |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Degree | Elementary Education |
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| College | University of Southern California (2008) |
Personal Life
| School | Los Angeles Baptist High School |
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| Religion | Christian |
| Ethnicity | African-American |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Sexual Orientation | Straight |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Kenneth Ferguson |
| Husband | Kenneth Ferguson |
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Family
| Father | Paul Felix |
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| Mother | Marlean Felix |
| Brother | Wes Felix (Sprinter) |
Career
| Turned Pro | 2003 |
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| International Debut | 2004 Athens Olympics |
| Coach/Mentor | Bobby Kersee |
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| Career Turning Point | 2008 Olympics Games |
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| Olympic Appearances | 5-time Olympian |
Favourites
| Actor | Will Smith |
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| Movie | Clueless |
| Sport | Basketball |
| Destination | Monaco |
| Singer | Beyonce |
| TV Show | Scandal |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/allysonfelix/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Allyson is an Olympic champion in the 200m race. | |
| 2. She holds a world record in the 4x100m relay. | |
| 3. Allyson ran the fastest split at the 2015 World Championships. | |
| 4. Her brother, Wes Felix, is a sprinter as well. | |
| 5. She chose to forgo college to sign with Adidas. | |
| 6. Allyson has a dog named Chloe. | |
| 7. She holds the record for the most outdoor championship medals won by a woman. | |
| 8. Allyson can fall asleep easily no matter where she is. | |
| 9. She is the most decorated athlete in World Athletics Championships history. | |
| 10. No other athlete has won more medals in women’s athletics events at the Olympics. | |
| 11. She co-founded a footwear company designed specifically for women athletes. | |
| 12. Allyson ran the fastest 400m relay split in World Championship history at the 2015 World Championships. | |
| 13. No other female athlete has won more medals in women's athletics events at the Olympics. | |
| 14. High school teammates called her 'chicken legs' due to her long, spindly legs. | |
| 15. She was the fastest high school 200 meter runner in history. | |
| 16. She is a member of the President's Council for Fitness, Sports and Nutrition. | |
| 17. She is an ambassador for Right to Play and has traveled to Lebanon and Palestine with the organization. | |
| 18. She is a self-proclaimed fashionista and has attended New York Fashion Week. | |
| 19. She is a huge fan of the LA Lakers and her alma mater, USC. |