| Laurie Hernandez | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Name: | Laurie Hernandez |
| Born: | June 9, 2000 |
| Birth Hometown: | Old Bridge Township, New Jersey |
| Occupation: | Gymnast |
| Years active: | 2012-present |
| Known for: | Gymnastics |
Lauren Zoe Hernandez (born June 9, 2000) is an American artistic gymnast. She competed as a member of the U.S. women's gymnastics team at the 2016 Summer Olympics, winning gold in the team event and silver on the balance beam.
Personal Life[]
Hernandez was born in Old Bridge Township, New Jersey, the daughter of Wanda and Anthony Hernandez. She attended Abeka Academy High School in Old Bridge, N.J. She has a sister, Jelysa, and a brother, Marcus, who graduated from Rutgers University in 2018. She is of Puerto Rican descent. Hernandez is Christian and credits her positive nature to God molding her every day.
On June 25, 2018, Hernandez addressed the commencement exercises of Old Bridge High School and was awarded an honorary high school diploma, although she did not attend that school.
Show Hosted[]
Shows Appeared[]
- Dancing with the Stars
- Celebrity Family Feud (Harvey Version)