Gabrielle Douglas’ touching story is slated has been turned into a movie that is slated to air on Lifetime Feb. 1. The press release reads: “The Gabby Douglas Story tells the inspiring true story of the international gymnastics phenomenon who overcame overwhelming odds to become the first African-American ever to be named Individual All-Around Champion in […]
The 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London are coming to a close on Sunday, August 12. So far the United States has earned 35 gold, 23 silver, and 25 bronze medals, bringing our country’s total medal count to 81. theGrio congratulates African-Americans who have competed in the London Games, and recognizes black Americans who have […]
Former Olympic hero Michael Johnson has waded into the controversy of whether athletes have an inherited advantage based on race. One of the greatest 200 and 400 meter runners in history, and now an analyst for the BBC, Johnson says certain runners will be out front at the London Olympics. See what he had to […]
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