Ellie Simmonds
Ellie Simmonds is a British former Paralympian swimmer who has won eight Olympic medals, including five gold medals.
Paralympian
November 11, 1994
Scorpio
30
Walsall, England
Ellie Simmonds, a renowned British Paralympic swimmer, first captured the nation’s attention at the age of 13 during the 2008 Beijing Paralympics, where she secured two gold medals. She continued to compete in the 2012 and 2016 Paralympics, amassing a total of eight medals, five of which were gold. In addition to her athletic achievements, Simmonds has been a vocal advocate for mental health, candidly discussing her experiences with anxiety and depression. Furthermore, she has participated in various media endeavors, such as documentaries and television appearances.