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<h2><b>Gabby Douglas: 2024 Net Worth, Stats, Salary, Husband, and More</b></h2>
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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b> Who is Gabby Douglas? </b></h2>
Gymnast Gabby Douglas, the 2012 Olympic all-around champion and the 2015 World all-around silver medalist, is dubbed the "Fierce Five" and the "Final Five." In 2012, she became both the first American to claim gold medals in the team and individual all-around events and the first African American to win the all-around title. Her gymnastics achievements soared to hights that led her life story adaptation in the 2014 Lifetime biopic film, The Gabby Douglas Story.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s early life</b></h2>
Gabby Douglas, whose birth name is Gabrielle Christina Victoria Douglas, was born in Newport News, Virginia, and was raised in the neighboring city of Virginia Beach. Her parents are Timothy Douglas and Natalie Hawkins-Douglas. She has two older sisters, Arielle and Joyelle, and one older brother, Johnathan. At the age of six, she embarked on her gymnastics journey after her sister persuaded their mother to enroll her in classes. In October 2002, she commenced her training at Gymstrada. In two years, she won the Level 4 all-around gymnastics title at the 2004 Virginia State Championships.

However, her growing up alongside her siblings was not for long as she left her family and moved in with a host family in West Des Moines, Iowa, in 2010. At the age of 14, she started training with prominent coach Liang Chow. Her family couldn't accompany her as her siblings were finishing school in Virginia. In an interview, she revealed that she was homeschooled from third grade till her senior year.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s net worth in 2024</b></h2>
Gabby Douglas, who has received many accolades and has partnered with several brands throughout her career, has an estimated net worth of $4 million as of 2024. Apart from her earnings from her competitions, she has pursued various endeavors and projects. She earned from her endorsements with Kellogg's and other major brands like Nike.

Douglas net worth also includes her autobiography project – "Grace, Gold, and Glory: My Leap of Faith," which debuted at No. 4 on The New York Times Young Adult Bestseller List upon its release in December 2012. This success encouraged her to release her second book, "Raising the Bar," in 2013. In 2012, she also featured in an ad campaign for the Nintendo video game, "New Super Mario Bros. 2."

In 2013, Douglas introduced herself to television with her appearance on the Disney XD show "Kickin It." Her mark in the entertainment industry also hightened with Douglas's own reality show, "Douglas Family Gold," which premiered on the Oxygen channel in May 2016. Additionally, on July 11, 2016, following her selection for the 2016 American Olympic gymnastics team, she introduced her new Barbie Shero "Gymnast Barbie" doll, modeled after herself. She also took up acting roles, including a stint on the show "Undercover Boss" in 2018.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s career timeline</b></h2>
Gabby Douglas's journey in gymnastics began at the age of six. Since then she showed rapid progress and clinched the Level 4 all-around gymnastics title at the 2004 Virginia State Championships by age eight. Her decision to move to Des Moines, Iowa, to train full-time under esteemed coach Liang Chow further added to the accolades she received in the later years.

In 2008, Douglas made her international debut at the US Classic in Houston, Texas, where she secured a 10th place finish in the all-around rankings. Despite her efforts, she placed 16th at the 2008 Visa Championships in Boston, Massachusetts, missing out on a spot in the 2008 Junior Women's National Team.

In 2009, a setback occurred when Douglas fractured the growth plate of her wrist, forcing her to skip the 2009 Covergirl US Classic and limiting her performance at the 2009 Visa Championships to balance beam and floor exercise.

Transitioning to her senior gymnastics career in 2011, Douglas contributed to the US team's victories at the City of Jesolo Trophy in Italy and the 2011 World Championships. Individually, she showcased her skills by winning silver in uneven bars at the CoverGirl Classic and tying for bronze on bars at the 2011 US National Championships.

The year 2012 proved to be a remarkable one for Douglas as she excelled at various competitions, including the highest total all-around score in the women's competition at the AT&amp;T American Cup. She also clinched gold at the Pacific Rim Championships with the US team, earned gold in uneven bars and silver in the all-around at the US National Championships, and secured the top spot on the US women's Olympic gymnastics team by placing first in the all-around at the 2012 Olympic Trials.

After a two-year break from competitive gymnastics, Douglas made a comeback to the U.S. national team in November 2014. At the 2015 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships she won a gold medal in the team event and a silver in the all-around competition. Douglas contributed to the US team's gold medal win at the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games in 2016. However, despite her efforts, she did not manage to secure an individual medal in the competition. Now, her fans are looking forward to what she achieves as she has the Paris Olympics 2024 in sight.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>A look into Gabby Douglas’s contracts</b></h2>
On July 23, 2012, Douglas secured her inaugural endorsement deal with P&amp;G. She also signed a deal with Kellogg’s Corn Flakes for more than a $90 million. Last year, gold Medal-winning U.S. gymnast has signed with WME Sports for full representation.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s partnerships and endorsements</b></h2>
Douglas' net worth predominantly stems from lucrative endorsement deals with renowned brands such as Kellogg's and Nike that came during the 2012 Olympics. She secured another significant deal with Gillette Venus.

The gold medalist also teamed up with the black woman-owned beauty brand Beauty Bakerie to introduce her own line of lip color, unveiling a five-piece set of the brand's popular "Lip Whips," which are vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s investments</b></h2>
Gabby has ventured into a variety of business opportunities and investments, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit. From launching her own line of sportswear to investing in real estate, she has diversified her income streams and positioned herself for long-term financial success.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s career stats</b></h2>
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 	<li>2016 U.S. Olympic Team Trials, San Jose, Calif. - 3rd-UB; 6th-VT, FX(T); 7th-AA</li>
 	<li>2016 P&amp;G Championships, St. Louis, Mo. - 4th-AA; 5th-FX; 6th-UB, BB</li>
 	<li>2016 Secret U.S. Classic, Hartford, Conn. - 3rd-UB; 6th-BB(T)</li>
 	<li>2015 P&amp;G Championships, Indianapolis, Ind. - 4th-UB; 5th-AA; 6th-FX</li>
 	<li>2015 Secret U.S. Classic, Chicago, Ill. - 2nd-AA, UB, FX; 3rd-BB</li>
 	<li>2012 U.S. Olympic Trials, San Jose, Calif. - 1st-AA, UB(T); 3rd-FX; 6th-BB</li>
 	<li>2012 Visa Championships, St. Louis, Mo. - 1st-UB; 2nd-AA; 3rd-FX; 7th-BB</li>
 	<li>2012 Secret U.S. Classic, Chicago, Ill. - 1st-UB; 3rd-FX(T); 7th-BB</li>
 	<li>2011 Visa Championships, Saint Paul, Minn. - 3rd-UB(T); 7th-AA</li>
 	<li>2011 CoverGirl Classic, Chicago, Ill. - 2nd-UB</li>
 	<li>2010 Visa Championships, Hartford, Conn. - 2nd-BB; 4th-AA, VT; 8th-FX(T) (Jr. Div.)</li>
 	<li>2010 CoverGirl Classic, Chicago, Ill. - 3rd-BB; 6th-VT; 9th-AA (Jr. Div.)</li>
 	<li>2010 Nastia Liukin Supergirl Cup, Worcester, Mass. - 4th-AA</li>
 	<li>2009 Visa Championships, Dallas, Texas - (Jr. Div.)</li>
</ul>
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<p class="pageSectionHeader"><strong>International Competition Results</strong></p>

<ul class="bullets">
 	<li>2016 Olympic Games, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - 1st-Team; 7th-UB</li>
 	<li>2016 Jesolo Trophy, Jesolo, Italy - 1st-Team, AA; 2nd-UB; 3rd-FX</li>
 	<li>2016 AT&amp;T American Cup, Newark, N.J. - 1st-AA</li>
 	<li>2015 World Championships, Glasgow, Great Britain - 1st-Team; 2nd-AA; 5th-UB</li>
 	<li>2015 Jesolo Trophy, Jesolo, Italy - 1st-Team; 4th-AA</li>
 	<li>2012 Olympic Games, London, England - 1st-Team, AA; 7th-BB; 8th-UB</li>
 	<li>2012 Kellogg's Pacific Rim Championships, Everett, Wash. - 1st-Team, UB</li>
 	<li>2011 World Championships, Tokyo, Japan - 1st-Team; 5th-UB</li>
 	<li>2011 City of Jesolo Trophy, Jesolo, Italy - 1st-Team; 2nd-FX; 3rd-BB(T); 4th-AA, VT</li>
 	<li>2010 Pan American Championships, Guadalajara, Mexico - 1st-Team, UB; 5th-AA</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s records</b></h2>
Gabby Douglas holds the distinction of being the first African American to get the Olympic all-around title. Additionally, she made history as the first gymnast from Team USA to secure gold medals in both the individual all-around competition and the team event at the same Games.

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s major achievements and awards</b></h2>
<ul class="bullets">
 	<li>Winner of the first season of The Masked Dancer (2021)</li>
 	<li>2016 Olympic team champion. Also competed in the uneven bars final</li>
 	<li>Winner of the USOC's Female Best of March (2016) Award</li>
 	<li>2016 American Cup champion</li>
 	<li>2015 World team champion and all-around silver medalist. Also placed fifth on uneven bars</li>
 	<li>2012 AP Female Athlete of the Year</li>
 	<li>2012 Olympic team and all-around champion. Advanced to balance beam and uneven bars finals</li>
 	<li>2012 U.S. uneven bars champion, all-around silver medalist and floor exercise bronze medalist</li>
 	<li>2012 Pac Rim team &amp; uneven bars champion</li>
 	<li>2011 World Championships team champion</li>
 	<li>2011 U.S. uneven bars bronze medalist (tie)</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s charity and foundation</b></h2>
Gabby Douglas extends her support to various charities, including Right To Play and Women's Sports Foundation. She is dedicated to causes such as empowering women, advocating for children, raising awareness about lupus, and promoting the importance of fashion. She is committed to helping girls realize their dreams and actively raises funds for these important causes.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas</b><b>’s shoe deal</b></h2>
In 2016, Nike signed a significant deal with Gabby, appointing her as the official new face of the Nike Tech Fleece athleisure collection.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas’s house</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: left">Gabby Douglas, who lives her residence in Los Angeles, revealed during several interviews that her time in her home is all about spending time with her family. She enjoys quality time with her siblings and often plays pool with them. Additionally, she also likes to pick fresh fruit from her lush backyard in her residence.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Gabby Douglas</b><b>’s social media accounts</b></h2>
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 	<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Active on social media</span></li>
</ul>
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<td style="width: 15.098039%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Instagram</span></td>
<td style="width: 83.137255%"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/gabbycvdouglas/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">gabbycvdouglas</a></td>
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<tr>
<td style="width: 15.098039%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Twitter</span></td>
<td style="width: 83.137255%"><a href="https://twitter.com/gabrielledoug?lang=en"><b>https://twitter.com/gabrielledoug?lang=en</b></a></td>
</tr>
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<td style="width: 15.098039%"><span style="font-weight: 400">Facebook</span></td>
<td style="width: 83.137255%"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GabrielleDouglasUSA/"><b>https://www.facebook.com/GabrielleDouglasUSA/</b></a></td>
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<strong>Personal Information:</strong>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Full Name</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Gabrielle Christina Victoria Douglas</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Popular Name</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Gabby Douglas</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Date Of Birth</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">31 December 1995</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Birth Place</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Virginia, </span><span style="font-weight: 400">United States</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">1.57 m</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">49 kg</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Parents</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Timothy Douglas and Natalie Hawkins-Douglas</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Siblings</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Arielle Hawkins, Joyelle Douglas,Johnathan Douglas</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Nationality</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">American</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Net Worth</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">$4 million </span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Salary</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Na</span></td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Husband</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">NA</span></td>
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<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Relationship/Marital Status</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">NA</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Children</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">NA</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Profession</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Gymnast</span></td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Team</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">USA</span></td>
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</tbody>
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