Gabriela Andersen-Schiess

About

Former long-distance runner who participated in the first women's Olympic marathon at the 1984 Summer Olympics. She gained fame for her memorable finish staggering into the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, as she suffered from dehydration.

Before Fame

She lived in Sun Valley, Idaho and worked as a ski instructor. 

Trivia

She finished the Olympic marathon 37th out of 44, in a time of 2 hours, 48 minutes and 42 seconds.

Family Life

Her husband is named Richard Andersen.

Associated With

She finished the marathon 24 minutes behind the winner, Joan Benoit.