Childhood and Education Journey of Lindsey Vonn in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Lindsey Vonn. From birth to education, explore key events.

Lindsey Vonn is a decorated American alpine ski racer renowned for her exceptional achievements. She claimed four World Cup overall championships (2008, 2009, 2010, 2012) and an Olympic gold medal in downhill at the 2010 Winter Olympics, a first for an American woman. Vonn dominated the World Cup circuit, securing a record eight season titles in downhill, five in super-G, and three consecutive titles in the combined (2010-2012). In 2016, she broke the record for most World Cup crystal globes won, male or female, with 20, surpassing Ingemar Stenmark. She holds the third-highest super ranking of any skier.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

October 18, 1984: Lindsey Vonn's Birth

On October 18, 1984, Lindsey Caroline Vonn, née Kildow, was born. She is an American alpine ski racer.

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1999: Picabo Street's Observation

In 1999, Picabo Street observed Lindsey Kildow's exceptional knack for following the fall line while skiing, noting her love for it.

January 9, 2013: Vonn's divorce is finalized

On January 9, 2013, Lindsey Vonn's divorce from Thomas Vonn was finalized.

2014: Winning a calf

In 2014, Lindsey Vonn won a calf in Val d'Isère, and as of 2014, she owned a small herd of cows on a farm.

May 2015: Vonn and Woods split

In May 2015, Lindsey Vonn and Tiger Woods broke up.

November 2017: Vonn splits with Kenan Smith

In November 2017, Lindsey Vonn split with NFL assistant coach Kenan Smith.

December 7, 2017: Vonn states she would not represent President Donald Trump at the Olympics

On December 7, 2017, Lindsey Vonn stated in an interview that she would not be representing President Donald Trump in the 2018 Winter Olympics and would not attend the White House reception if she won a gold medal, as she feels that all Olympians represent the United States people, and not the leaders.

June 2018: Vonn starts dating P.K. Subban

In June 2018, Lindsey Vonn started dating P. K. Subban, a defenseman in the NHL.

2018: Vonn at the 2018 Winter Olympics

At the 2018 Winter Olympics, Lindsey Vonn tied for 6th in the women's super-G and won the bronze medal in the women's downhill. She dedicated her Olympic races to her grandfather, a Korean War veteran who died the previous November, and competed with his initials on her helmet.

August 23, 2019: Vonn and Subban announce their engagement

On August 23, 2019, Lindsey Vonn and P. K. Subban announced their engagement.

December 2019: Vonn proposes to Subban

In December 2019, Lindsey Vonn announced that she proposed to P. K. Subban.

May 2020: Vonn and Subban purchase a villa in Beverly Hills

In May 2020, Lindsey Vonn and P. K. Subban purchased a villa in Beverly Hills for $6.75 million.

October 21, 2020: Vonn and Subban join Angel City FC ownership

On October 21, 2020, Lindsey Vonn and P. K. Subban were announced as members of the ownership group of Angel City FC, a Los Angeles-based team set to start play in the National Women's Soccer League in 2022.