Charlie White

Figure skater and Olympic champion

Charlie White - Figure skater and Olympic champion
Born

October 24th, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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This American figure skater competed in ice dancing and achieved notable success during the career. Partnered with Meryl Davis, secured a gold medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. The duo also won multiple World Championship titles and set several world records in their discipline. Their performances gained recognition for originality and technical prowess.

Won gold medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics

Secured multiple World Championship titles

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