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Allyson Michelle Felix is a retired American track and field athlete renowned for her exceptional achievements in the 100 meters, 200 meters, and 400 meters. Born on November 18, 1985, in Los Angeles, California, Felix competed in both indoor and outdoor track and field events under the guidance of coach Bobby Kersee. Her illustrious career includes 7 Olympic gold medals, 14 World Championship titles, and numerous Diamond League victories.
Felix's personal bests are 10.89 seconds in the 100 meters, 21.69 seconds in the 200 meters, and 49.26 seconds in the 400 meters. Off the track, she is known for her baking skills, particularly with cinnamon rolls and German chocolate cake, and is a passionate advocate for fitness, sports, and nutrition through her role on the President's Council. Felix is also a fashion enthusiast and the founder of her shoe brand "Saysh."
Who are Allyson Felix’s Parents?
Allyson Felix's parents are Paul Felix and Marlean Felix. Marlean Felix is an elementary school teacher at Balboa Magnet Elementary in Northridge, California. Dr. Paul Felix is an ordained minister who teaches New Testament Greek at the Master’s Seminary in Sun Valley, California. Dr. Felix is also the pastor at Fairview Heights Baptist Church in Inglewood and the president of the Los Angeles Bible Training School.
Allyson Felix’s Siblings
Allyson Felix has one older brother named Wes Felix
Who is Allyson Felix's brother?
Wes Felix was a sprinter and has competed in track and field events, including winning the USA Junior Championship in the 200 meters in 2002.
Allyson Felix’s Husband
Allyson Felix's husband is Kenneth Ferguson. They first met as teenagers at a track meet and began dating shortly after. They married in 2018 and have two children together as of July 2024.
Ferguson is also a former competitive runner and currently works as Felix's agent. He ran for the University of South Carolina, where he excelled in the 110- and 400-meter hurdles as well as the 400-meter dash. He set a Michigan state record for the 400-meter hurdles and won multiple collegiate titles (via People).
Allyson Felix’s Kids
Allyson Felix has two children. Her daughter, Camryn Grace Ferguson, was born on November 28, 2018, via emergency cesarean section at 32 weeks (via People). She spent some time in the neonatal intensive care unit but is now healthy and thriving. Felix's second child, a son named Kenneth Maurice Ferguson III, affectionately called Trey, was born on April 10, 2024.
FAQs
A. Allyson Felix was born on November 18, 1985.
A. Allyson Felix was born in Los Angeles, California, and her hometown is Santa Clarita, California.
A. Allyson Felix graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Southern California.
A. Allyson Felix stands 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm) tall and weighs 125 pounds (57 kg).
A. Allyson Felix competes in track and field events for the United States.
