Mitch Gaylord
Gymnast and Olympic gold medalist
Born
March 10th, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Competed in gymnastics and achieved notable success during the 1984 Summer Olympics, where contributed to the U.S. men's gymnastics team winning a team gold medal. Individual achievements include winning six NCAA titles while competing for the University of California, Los Angeles. Transitioned into acting, appearing in projects such as 'American Anthem.'
Won Olympic gold medal in 1984
Secured six NCAA titles at UCLA
Appeared in the film 'American Anthem'
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