Apolo Anton Ohno, a former American short track speed skater, is known for winning eight Olympic medals, along with numerous other medals in World Championships during his sixteen-year-long career. He retired in 2013 and diversified into various fields including motivational speaking, philanthropy, acting, and participating in television shows such as “Dancing with the Stars.” Ohno’s net worth is estimated to be $10 million, which he earned from his successful career in speed skating and various endorsements.
Ohno was raised by his father, Yuki Ohno, who played a crucial role in nurturing his talent for swimming and skating. His mixed heritage comes from his father, who is Japanese-born American, and his European-descent mother, Jerrie Lee.
Despite excelling in swimming and skating, Ohno chose to focus on speed skating after being inspired by the 1994 Winter Olympics. He achieved numerous accolades in his career, including controversial wins and facing challenges such as weight gain and uneven training.
Apart from his sports career, Ohno gained recognition through his participation in the television show “Dancing with the Stars,” winning the competition in its fourth season and returning for the All-Star 15th season. He also ventured into acting, appearing in TV shows and a TV movie, and will be featured in the documentary “On Thin Ice.”
Ohno remains private about his personal life, and his dedication to promoting a healthy lifestyle and philanthropic work is widely acknowledged. He has been involved in raising funds for causes such as The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, and The Salvation Army.
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