A Household Name
She had no idea how this photo would become one of the most discussed and shared photos of that year. Regardless of how she felt about it, there’s no denying that this picture helped make McKayla Maroney a household name, even beyond the world of sports and the Olympics.
A Household Name
A New Career Path
Using her newfound fame, McKayla was able to make a pretty dramatic shift in her career path. Were there any signs that she wanted to make this pivot before the photo was taken? Anyone who followed her career would know that this seemingly came out of nowhere.
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A New Career Path