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Gabby Douglas Joins TikTok Trend, Shows Off Iconic Leotards

2026-06-23 · Gabby Douglas · Player Focus

Gabby Douglas Joins TikTok Trend, Shows Off Iconic Leotards

Gabby Douglas, the Olympic gold medalist, has joined the latest TikTok trend, showcasing her iconic leotards from over the years, including the pink leo from the 2012 Olympics.

What's the trend about?

The trend, set to the addictive "Emergency, paging Dr. Beat" sound, has Gabby Douglas modeling her leotards from past competitions, giving fans a glimpse into her career. In 2012, Douglas became the first African-American woman to win the individual all-around Olympic gold medal, changing the sport forever.

Gabby Douglas' Olympic career

As a member of the iconic "Fierce Five," Douglas helped the U.S. team win the gold medal in the 2012 and 2016 Olympics, with her performance in the 2012 Olympics being particularly notable, as she clinched the gold medal for the United States alongside Jordyn Wieber, McKayla Maroney, Aly Raisman, and Kyla Ross. Unfortunately, her Olympic comeback was cut short when an ankle injury forced her to withdraw from the U.S. Gymnastics Championships, which crushed Douglas' hopes of competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

The iconic pink leotard

One of the many leotards Gabby Douglas modeled was her iconic pink leo from the 2012 Olympics, held in London, where she was part of the legendary "Fierce Five" gymnastics team. Fans of the athlete immediately recognized the pink leotard as comments came pouring in, with one user saying "THE ICONIC PINK," and another commenting, "The pink was a moment in history." That same year, she made history as she became the first African-American woman to win the coveted all-around gold, with a score of 62.213 on August 2, 2012.

What's next for Gabby Douglas?

While sidelined from competitive gymnastics, Gabby Douglas has captured hearts again, this time on TikTok, as she hopped on the latest trend, and shared her thoughts on her career and legacy, telling TIME Magazine last year, "I’m still a human being, I still have many other talents to give, much more than just gymnastics." And with her TikTok presence, Gabby Douglas continues to inspire and influence a new generation of gymnasts and fans alike, with her iconic leotards and memorable performances remaining an integral part of her legacy. So, as Gabby Douglas looks to the future, her fans will be eagerly waiting to see what's next for this talented athlete, who has already made an indelible mark on the world of artistic gymnastics.

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