My lasting memories of the 2012 London Olympics include gold medalist Gabby Douglas. There were other members of Team USA women's gymnastics team who went into the process hoping to become the toast of the town ... but, Gabby Douglas had other plans. Gabby earned herself 2 gold medals, in the individual all-around and team competitions, and now she is back in America.
They love her in her hometown of Virginia Beach, VA. In fact,
a huge mural in her honor has already been created.
They love her in her adopted hometown of Des Moines, Iowa, where she lived with a host family while training for the Olympics. I understand that Oprah Winfrey will interview Gabby about her family's decision to let her train away from home, her mother's support and her experiences in London. That interview will air on Oprah's Next Chapter on Sunday, August 26 at 8:30pm.
They love her in Hollywood. Gabby
will join First Lady Michelle Obama later tonight as guest on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Let's be honest ...
all of America loves this 16-year old 4'11" dynamo! You go Gabby!
