Caitlyn Jenner rose to fame as a world-class athlete in the 1970s, winning Olympic gold and setting a decathlon world record at the 1976 Montreal Games. After retiring from sports, she entered the entertainment world and became a national icon.
Born William Bruce Jenner in 1949, Caitlyn faced early struggles with dyslexia but found strength in sports. A knee injury in college shifted her from football to track and field, where she thrived. Her coach encouraged her to train for the Olympic decathlon, leading to a standout performance in the 1976 Olympics.
Despite being celebrated as the ultimate symbol of masculinity, Caitlyn privately battled gender identity issues. She later described feeling empty inside, even during her greatest achievements.
