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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