Birthdate: January 28, 1932
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Santa Monica, California, United States
Died: April 21, 2007
Parry O’Brien was a renowned American shot put champion who revolutionized the sport with his innovative techniques and remarkable success. Competing in four consecutive Summer Olympics, he secured two gold medals and one silver medal. O’Brien’s “O’Brien Style” or the “O’Brien Glide” transformed the shot put event, leading to breaking the world record an impressive 17 times. His illustrious career included winning numerous championships and earning induction into the IAAF and U.S. Olympic halls of fame. Even after retiring from senior competitions, O’Brien continued his athletic pursuits in masters athletics and later in swimming.
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