Quick Info
| Profession | Open-water swimmer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 22/03/1993 |
| Age | 33 years |
| Birthplace | Pleasanton, California, USA |
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Bio/Wiki
| Known For | American pool and open-water swimmer known for marathon swims and multiple record-setting crossings. |
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| Notes | Competed for UC Berkeley and later focused on open-water and ultra-endurance swimming. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 0 in |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Amador Valley High School |
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| College | University of California, Berkeley |
| Degree | Integrative biology |
Personal Life
| Residence | Bay Area, California |
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| Hobbies | Swimming, ocean exploration |
Family
| Parents | Robin and Charles |
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Career
| High School | 21-time All-American swimmer at Amador Valley High School. |
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| Collegiate Career | Swam freestyle for UC Berkeley and helped the team win major titles. |
| Open-Water Career | Became known for marathon swims including Lake Tahoe, the English Channel, the North Channel, Monterey Bay, and the 20 Bridges Swim. |
| Records | Held multiple open-water records, including the fastest crossing of Lake Tahoe and the first swim from the Golden Gate Bridge to Half Moon Bay. |
| Additional Work | Founded purpose-driven initiatives combining endurance sport, storytelling, and ocean advocacy. |
Social Media
| Official Website | catherinebreed.com |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Qualified for the U.S. Olympic Trials in 2008 and 2012. | |
| 2. Joined the Dolphin Club of San Francisco after graduating from Berkeley. | |
| 3. Was planning to attend medical school before focusing on open-water swimming. |