American artistic gymnast Shawn Johnson East was born on January 19, 1992, and is now retired. At the 2008 Olympics, she took home silver in the team, all-around, and floor exercise while winning gold on the balance beam. Johnson also won five gold medals at the Pan American Games and the all-around World Championship in 2007.
After making the switch to the senior U.S. squad in 2007, Johnson quickly established herself by taking first place in the all-around events at the American Cup, Pan American Games, U.S. National Championships, and World Championships.
She won the individual all-around World Championship, and the World Championship in floor exercise, and was a member of the U.S. gymnastics team that won the gold medal all in the same year. She earned multiple national titles throughout the course of her career, including three U.S. all-around titles.
In addition to her accomplishments in gymnastics, Johnson also placed second in the all-star competition in 2012 and won the eighth season of Dancing with the Stars in 2009. In 2012, she made the decision to stop competing in gymnastics.
What nationality is Shawn Johnson?
Shawn Johnson is an American national.
Where is Shawn Johnson based?
Shawn Johnson’s place of residence is Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.