Full History Of Shawn Johnson East In Timeline From 1992

January 19, 1992: Birth

Shawn Machel Johnson was born on January 19, 1992.

1996: Olympic Games

At the 1996 Olympic Games, Shawn Johnson won the silver medal in the floor exercise, while her teammate Nastia Liukin won bronze. Johnson also took home the gold medal in the balance beam, making her the second American to achieve this feat after Shannon Miller's win in 1996. This made Johnson and Liukin the top two medalists in the event. While Johnson qualified as the second reserve for the uneven bars final, she did not compete.

2005: First American to Complete 2.5 Twisting Yurchenko Vault

Shawn Johnson East made history as the first American gymnast to successfully execute a 2.5 twisting Yurchenko vault, also known as the Amanar, between 2005 and 2008.

2005: Junior International Elite Qualification and US Classic

Shawn Johnson East qualified for Junior International Elite and placed third at the 2005 US Classic, attracting attention for her skills.

2005: Invitation to National Team Training Camps

Shawn Johnson East's coach, Liang Chow, advocated for her to attend national team training camps in 2005 by sending a video of her skills to the National Team Coordinator, Marta Karolyi.

2006: US Junior National All-Around Championship Win

Shawn Johnson East won the 2006 US Junior National All-Around Championship with a score surpassing her senior elite competitors.

September 7, 2007: "Longines Prize for Elegance"

On September 7, 2007, Johnson received the "Longines Prize for Elegance" in Stuttgart, Germany. She shared the honor with Japan's Hiroyuki Tomita. This prize is given to athletes who display exceptional elegance during international competitions at the world level. The decision to award Johnson was unanimous. In addition to a trophy created by Swiss artist Piero Travaglini, she received a wristwatch from the Longines Evidenza collection and a $5,000 prize.

2007: "Shawn Johnson Day"

Following Johnson's impressive performance at the 2007 World Championships, Iowa Governor Chet Culver declared October 17th "Shawn Johnson Day" in her home state.

2007: World Artistic Gymnastics Championships and Pan American Games

In 2007, Shawn Johnson East became the all-around World Champion at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships. She also won five gold medals at the Pan American Games, including team titles and individual titles in the all-around, uneven bars, and balance beam.

2007: USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame

Johnson, alongside her teammates from the 2007 World Championships, was inducted into the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame on August 15, 2013.

2007: Senior Competition Debut and Pan American Games Success

Shawn Johnson East began competing as a senior gymnast in 2007, showcasing new skills and achieving success at the American Cup and the Pan American Games, where she won multiple gold medals.

2007: Joining the US Senior Team

Shawn Johnson East had a successful rookie season after becoming a member of the US senior team in 2007, winning the all-around at various competitions, including the American Cup, Pan American Games, US National Championships, and World Championships.

2007: World Artistic Gymnastics Championships Representation

Shawn Johnson East represented the United States at the 2007 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships alongside a team of talented gymnasts.

2007: US National Championships Victory

Shawn Johnson East won the all-around title at the 2007 Visa US National Championships, demonstrating her dominance in the sport.

March 1, 2008: American Cup at Madison Square Garden

Shawn Johnson East competed in the American Cup at Madison Square Garden on March 1, 2008, finishing second in the all-around despite scoring first on vault, balance beam, and floor.

June 7, 2008: US Visa Championships Victory

On June 7, 2008, Shawn Johnson East won the 2008 US Visa Championships, securing the all-around title and the floor exercise title.

August 20, 2008: Talk Show Appearances

Johnson made numerous talk show appearances, including CCTV (August 20, 2008), The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (August 24, 2008), the Late Show with David Letterman (August 25, 2008), The Oprah Winfrey Show (September 8, 2008), Live with Regis and Kelly (October 22, 2008), and Jimmy Kimmel Live! (May 20, 2009), as well as multiple appearances on The Today Show and The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

August 24, 2008: Talk Show Appearances

Johnson made numerous talk show appearances, including CCTV (August 20, 2008), The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (August 24, 2008), the Late Show with David Letterman (August 25, 2008), The Oprah Winfrey Show (September 8, 2008), Live with Regis and Kelly (October 22, 2008), and Jimmy Kimmel Live! (May 20, 2009), as well as multiple appearances on The Today Show and The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

August 25, 2008: Talk Show Appearances

Johnson made numerous talk show appearances, including CCTV (August 20, 2008), The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (August 24, 2008), the Late Show with David Letterman (August 25, 2008), The Oprah Winfrey Show (September 8, 2008), Live with Regis and Kelly (October 22, 2008), and Jimmy Kimmel Live! (May 20, 2009), as well as multiple appearances on The Today Show and The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

August 28, 2008: Led the Pledge of Allegiance at the Democratic National Convention

Shawn Johnson East led the Pledge of Allegiance at the 2008 Democratic National Convention on August 28, 2008.

September 8, 2008: Talk Show Appearances

Johnson made numerous talk show appearances, including CCTV (August 20, 2008), The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (August 24, 2008), the Late Show with David Letterman (August 25, 2008), The Oprah Winfrey Show (September 8, 2008), Live with Regis and Kelly (October 22, 2008), and Jimmy Kimmel Live! (May 20, 2009), as well as multiple appearances on The Today Show and The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

September 2008: The Secret Life of the American Teenager

On January 25, 2010, Johnson made her second guest appearance on the teen drama series The Secret Life of the American Teenager in the episode titled "Just Say Me." Her first appearance on the show was in the episode "Just Say No" during the first season in September 2008.

October 22, 2008: Talk Show Appearances

Johnson made numerous talk show appearances, including CCTV (August 20, 2008), The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (August 24, 2008), the Late Show with David Letterman (August 25, 2008), The Oprah Winfrey Show (September 8, 2008), Live with Regis and Kelly (October 22, 2008), and Jimmy Kimmel Live! (May 20, 2009), as well as multiple appearances on The Today Show and The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

November 2008: Participation in "The Tour of Gymnastics Superstars"

Shawn Johnson East was a prominent participant in "The Tour of Gymnastics Superstars" from September to November 2008. Parts of the tour's second show were included in a television special about women's cancers titled "Frosted Pink with a Twist." This special also featured performances by singers Jesse McCartney, Kenny Loggins, Cyndi Lauper, and Carole King.

December 2008: Co-hosted Charity Event with Ashton Kutcher

In December 2008, Shawn Johnson East joined forces with fellow Iowa native and actor Ashton Kutcher to co-host a charity event. The event aimed to raise funds for the repair of areas in their home state that were severely affected by flooding.

December 2008: Released Autobiography "Shawn Johnson: Olympic Champion: Stories Behind the Smile"

In December 2008, Shawn Johnson East released her autobiography, "Shawn Johnson: Olympic Champion: Stories Behind the Smile." The book shared her life story through personal photos and quotes.

December 23, 2008: Headlined the Progressive Skating and Gymnastics Spectacular

Shawn Johnson East headlined the Progressive Skating and Gymnastics Spectacular in Rapid City, South Dakota, on December 23, 2008. The show was later broadcast nationally on NBC on January 18, 2009.

2008: Olympic Success and Historic Achievement

At the 2008 Summer Olympics, Shawn Johnson East contributed to the US team's silver medal and made history by winning the silver medal in the individual all-around competition, marking the first time the US women's team won both gold and silver in the event.

2008: Known for Gymnastics Prowess

By 2008, Shawn Johnson East had established a reputation in the gymnastics world for her power, the difficulty of her routines, and her consistency. However, it was acknowledged that she was comparatively weaker on the uneven bars and lacked exceptional flexibility.

2008: Teen Choice Award

In 2008, Johnson was named Best Female Athlete at the Teen Choice Awards. However, due to Olympic training obligations, she couldn't accept the award in person. Notably, she was the first gymnast to be nominated for this award.

2008: Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year

Johnson secured fifth place in the Associated Press's 2008 Female Athlete of the Year voting.

2008: Olympic Games

Shawn Johnson East competed in the 2008 Olympic Games, winning a gold medal on the balance beam and silver medals in the team, all-around, and floor exercise.

2008: Eating Disorder

Shawn Johnson East suffered from an eating disorder in 2008.

2008: US National Championships

Shawn Johnson East was the 2008 US Champion on floor exercise and won a silver medal on balance beam.

2008: Olympic Trials Victory and Team Selection

Shawn Johnson East won the all-around at the Olympic Trials in 2008, securing her spot on the US Olympic gymnastics team alongside Nastia Liukin.

2008: Balancing School and Gymnastics

Through 2008, Shawn Johnson East maintained a balanced lifestyle between attending Valley High School and training as an elite gymnast, limiting her training to 25 hours per week.

January 2009: Appearance on Cheerios Box

Shawn Johnson East's image was featured on a limited-edition Cheerios box in January 2009.

January 18, 2009: Progressive Skating and Gymnastics Spectacular Aired on NBC

The Progressive Skating and Gymnastics Spectacular, where Shawn Johnson East was the headliner, aired nationally on NBC on January 18, 2009.

February 2009: Dancing With the Stars Champion

In February 2009, Johnson participated as a celebrity contestant on season eight of ABC's Dancing with the Stars, where she was paired with Mark Ballas, the professional dancer who won season six. In a closely contested finale, one of the tightest in the show's history, she emerged victorious, defeating Gilles Marini by a mere percentage point. This win made her the youngest champion in the show's history at the time.

March 25, 2009: Stalker Arrested

On March 25, 2009, a stalker was apprehended after trespassing onto the CBS lot while Shawn Johnson East was competing on the eighth season of "Dancing with the Stars." The stalker, identified as 34-year-old Robert O'Ryan, was found to possess guns, duct tape, zip ties, and love letters addressed to Johnson, who was 17 years old at the time.

April 15, 2009: AAU James E. Sullivan Award

On April 15, 2009, Johnson received the AAU James E. Sullivan Award. This award is presented annually to the US athlete who best exemplifies "the qualities of leadership, character, sportsmanship, and the ideals of amateurism." Johnson became the first female gymnast to be honored with this award, and only the third gymnast overall, following Kurt Thomas and Paul Hamm.

April 2009: Music Video and Spelling Bee

Johnson appeared in the music video for "Do You Love Me" by the Ballas Hough Band in April 2009, sporting one of her Dancing with the Stars costumes. Later that year, she reunited with Tom Bergeron, one of the Dancing with the Stars hosts, at the 82nd Scripps National Spelling Bee, where they discussed her victory on the show.

May 2009: Dancing with the Stars Winner

In May 2009, Shawn Johnson East won season eight of the popular television show, Dancing with the Stars.

May 20, 2009: Talk Show Appearances

Johnson made numerous talk show appearances, including CCTV (August 20, 2008), The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (August 24, 2008), the Late Show with David Letterman (August 25, 2008), The Oprah Winfrey Show (September 8, 2008), Live with Regis and Kelly (October 22, 2008), and Jimmy Kimmel Live! (May 20, 2009), as well as multiple appearances on The Today Show and The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

June 2009: The Onion Satirical Video

In a satirical news video released by The Onion in June 2009, it was humorously reported that Johnson had to be euthanized after sustaining a leg fracture.

July 13, 2009: Taco Bell All-Star Legends Celebrity Softball Game

Johnson took part in the 2009 Taco Bell All-Star Legends Celebrity Softball Game on July 13, 2009. The event was broadcasted on ESPN.

July 27, 2009: Sang "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" at Wrigley Field

On July 27, 2009, Shawn Johnson East led the singing of "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" during the seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field.

August 13, 2009: Who Wants to Be a Millionaire

Johnson appeared on the celebrity edition of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire on August 13, 2009. She secured $50,000 for her chosen charity, Blank Children's Hospital, by correctly answering a question about the lyrics of "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer".

2009: "America's Most-Liked Sports Figure"

A 2009 scientific poll by Forbes magazine named Johnson "America's Most-Liked Sports Figure".

2009: AOL's 100 Most Searched Females

In 2009, Johnson was ranked 27th on AOL's list of the 100 most searched females on the internet.

2009: ESPY for Best US Female Olympian

In 2009, Shawn Johnson East won an ESPY Award for Best US Female Olympian.

2009: ESPY Winner

Johnson was nominated by ESPN for the 2009 "Best Female U.S. Olympian" ESPY Award. She won the ESPY for "Best Female U.S. Olympian" and also received the "Athlete – Female" Teen Choice Award for the second year in a row.

2009: Moving to Los Angeles

Shawn Johnson East left public school and moved to Los Angeles with her mother in 2009 before appearing on Dancing with the Stars.

January 2010: ACL Injury

While skiing in January 2010, Johnson sustained a torn ACL in her left knee, leading to reconstructive surgery the following week.

January 25, 2010: The Secret Life of the American Teenager

On January 25, 2010, Johnson made her second guest appearance on the teen drama series The Secret Life of the American Teenager in the episode titled "Just Say Me." Her first appearance on the show was in the episode "Just Say No" during the first season in September 2008.

May 2010: Return to Gymnastics Training

In May 2010, Johnson announced her return to gymnastics training with the goal of making the 2012 U.S. Olympic team.

August 2010: Recovery and New Skill

Johnson shared in August 2010 that her knee had recovered sufficiently to permit full training, and she had also acquired a new, challenging skill.

September 2010: Training Videos Released

In September 2010, Johnson made her training progress public by releasing videos of her skills.

November 2010: National Team Training Camp

Johnson participated in her first post-Olympics National Team Training Camp in November 2010. Although she had planned to return later in her comeback, Marta Karolyi requested her earlier appearance based on her video progress. Johnson acknowledged that her reconstructed knee still limited her training volume.

2010: Stalker Convicted and Committed

In 2010, Robert O'Ryan, who had stalked Shawn Johnson East, was convicted on charges of felony stalking, burglary, and two misdemeanor counts of carrying a loaded firearm in a vehicle. He entered a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity and was subsequently committed to Patton State Hospital for a maximum of five years.

2010: E-score Celebrity Metric and Harris Interactive

Johnson achieved the top spot for most appealing athletes on the E-score Celebrity metric in 2010. That same year, Harris Interactive ranked her seventh among America's Favorite Female Sports Stars.

2010: Miss America Judge

Johnson served as a judge at the 2010 Miss America pageant.

2010: High School Graduation

Shawn Johnson East finished high school with a private tutor in 2010.

February 2011: USA Senior National Team

February 2011 marked Johnson's official return to the USA Senior National team, enabling her to partake in international competitions. She indicated her intention to compete again later in the year.

September 2011: Non-traveling Alternate

Johnson was designated as a non-traveling alternate for the 2011 USA Women's World Championships Team in September 2011.

October 2011: Pan American Games Team

As a member of the 2011 Pan American Games Team in October 2011, Johnson secured a gold medal in the team event and a silver medal for her uneven bars performance.

2011: Signed Sponsorship Deal with Nike

Shawn Johnson East signed a sponsorship deal with Nike in 2011.

2011: Pan American Games

Shawn Johnson East was part of the gold medal-winning US team at the 2011 Pan American Games.

June 3, 2012: Retirement from Gymnastics

Shawn Johnson East officially retired from competitive gymnastics on June 3, 2012.

June 2012: Released Book "Winning Balance: What I've Learned So Far about Love, Faith, and Living Your Dreams"

Shawn Johnson East released her second book, "Winning Balance: What I've Learned So Far about Love, Faith, and Living Your Dreams," in June 2012. This book delved into her experiences as an elite gymnast and her life after the Olympics.

September 24, 2012: Dancing With the Stars All-Star Edition

Johnson returned to Dancing with the Stars for its all-star edition (season 15) on September 24, 2012. This time, her partner was Derek Hough, a three-time champion on the show. The duo finished in second place, behind Melissa Rycroft and Tony Dovolani, with the finale airing on November 27, 2012.

November 2012: Dancing with the Stars All-Star Edition

Shawn Johnson East competed in the all-star edition of Dancing with the Stars in November 2012 and finished in second place.

November 27, 2012: Dancing With the Stars All-Star Edition

Johnson returned to Dancing with the Stars for its all-star edition (season 15) on September 24, 2012. This time, her partner was Derek Hough, a three-time champion on the show. The duo finished in second place, behind Melissa Rycroft and Tony Dovolani, with the finale airing on November 27, 2012.

2012: Relationship with Coach Liang Chow

In 2012, Shawn Johnson East described her longtime coach, Liang Chow, as being like a father to her.

2012: Goal - US Olympic Team

Johnson's goal, announced in May 2010, was to train and make the US Olympic Team in 2012.

August 15, 2013: USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame

Johnson, alongside her teammates from the 2007 World Championships, was inducted into the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame on August 15, 2013.

September 2013: Guest Star on "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"

In September 2013, Shawn Johnson East appeared as a guest star on the revival of the improvisational comedy show "Whose Line Is It Anyway?".

2013: Vanderbilt University Enrollment

Shawn Johnson East enrolled at Vanderbilt University in 2013 but withdrew before classes began.

July 24, 2015: Engagement

Shawn Johnson East got engaged to Andrew East, a professional football long snapper, on July 24, 2015, at Wrigley Field during a Chicago Cubs game.

November 2015: Eating Disorder Revelation

In November 2015, Shawn Johnson East revealed she had suffered from an eating disorder in 2008 leading up to the Olympics.

2015: Cast Member on "Celebrity Apprentice"

Shawn Johnson East joined the cast of "Celebrity Apprentice" in 2015, ultimately becoming the sixth contestant to be fired.

April 16, 2016: Marriage

Shawn Johnson East married Andrew East on April 16, 2016, in Franklin, Tennessee.

June 2016: Released Young Adult Novel "The Flip Side"

June 2016 marked the release of Shawn Johnson East's young adult novel, "The Flip Side." The story follows a young gymnast navigating the challenges of pursuing an Olympic gold medal while yearning for a "normal" teenage life.

October 2017: Investor on "Adventure Capitalists"

In October 2017, the second season of CNBC's "Adventure Capitalists" featured Shawn Johnson East as one of four investors. The show focused on investing in outdoor inventions created by aspiring entrepreneur-contestants.

October 2017: Miscarriage

Shawn Johnson East shared publicly that she suffered a miscarriage in October 2017.

November 21, 2017: Premiere of "The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars"

Shawn Johnson East participated in the MTV reality show "The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars," which premiered on November 21, 2017.

December 12, 2017: Elimination from "The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars"

On December 12, 2017, during the fourth episode of "The Challenge: Champs vs. Stars," Shawn Johnson East was eliminated by champion Tori Deal.

2018: Appearance on "Family Feud"

Shawn Johnson East and her family competed on "Family Feud" in 2018, facing off against fellow Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez's family. They ultimately lost the game.

2018: Husband's Football Career

Shawn Johnson East's husband, Andrew East, played for the Washington Commanders in 2018.

April 2019: Pregnancy Announcement

In April 2019, Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East announced they were expecting their first child.

October 29, 2019: Birth of Daughter

Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East's daughter, Drew Hazel East, was born on October 29, 2019.

2019: International Gymnastics Hall of Fame

In 2019, Johnson was further honored by her induction into the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame.

January 2021: Pregnancy Announcement

Shawn Johnson East and her husband announced they were expecting their second child in January 2021.

July 19, 2021: Birth of Son

Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East welcomed their second child, son Jett James East, on July 19, 2021.

2021: Second Appearance on "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"

Shawn Johnson East made a return appearance on "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" in 2021.

February 2022: Joining Angel City FC Ownership Group

In February 2022, Shawn Johnson East and her husband became part of the ownership group for Angel City FC, a team in the National Women's Soccer League.