Amanda Beard

About

American swimmer who won seven Olympic medals, including two gold, four silver, and one bronze.

Before Fame

She planned on becoming a teacher in high school.

Trivia

She used to hold the world record for the 200-meter breaststroke.

Family Life

She had a son named Blaise and a daughter named Doone with photographer Sacha Brown. Her sister, Taryn Beard, is a swim coach.

Associated With

She participated in the 2008 Olympics alongside fellow swimmer Michael Phelps.