Hailing from Los Angeles, California, United States, Allyson Felix is notable for being a five-time track and field Olympian athlete. She is also an eleven-time Olympic medalist, seven of which are gold, three are silver and one is bronze. She is also a twenty-time World Athletics Championship medalist, which includes fourteen gold medals, three silver medals and three bronze medals. Allyson Felix is married to her husband Kenneth Ferguson, a notable sprinter and hurdler since 2018.
Quick Facts:
Name | Kenneth Ferguson |
Born | March 22, 1984 |
Age | 40 years old (as of July 2024) |
Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Weight | 163 lbs (70 kg) |
Height | 6'1" (1.85 m) |
Kids | Camryn Grace (born 2018), Kenneth Maurice Ferguson III (born 2024) |
Education | University of South Carolina (Bachelor's in Computer Science) |
Profession | Former Sprinter and Hurdler |
Nationality | American |
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Who is Allyson Felix's Husband Kenneth Ferguson?
Kenneth Ferguson is the husband of the legendary American sprinter Allyson Felix.
Kenneth Ferguson's Early Life
Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Kenneth Ferguson discovered his love for running at a young age. He attended Mumford High School, where he excelled in track and field events. In 2002, he won a silver medal in the 400-meter hurdles at the World Junior Championships in Kingston, Jamaica.
After graduating high school, Ferguson attended the University of South Carolina on a track and field scholarship. He continued to shine on the collegiate circuit, winning multiple gold medals at the 2003 Pan American Junior Athletics Championships in Bridgetown, Barbados, including the 110-meter hurdles, 400-meter hurdles, and 4x400-meter relay.
Notable Achievements:
Won 3 gold medals at 2003 Pan American Junior Athletics Championships (110m hurdles, 400m hurdles, 4x400m relay)
Member of bowling team "The Four By Four" with wife Allyson Felix
Personal bests: 400m - 45.91 sec (2007), 110mH - 13.53 sec (2003), 400mH - 48.15 sec (2007)
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What does Kenneth Ferguson do for a Living?
Kenneth Ferguson is a former sprinter and hurdler, notable for participating in 110m, 400m hurdles and 4X100 m relay. He won three gold medals at the Pan American U20 Athletic Championships in 100m hurdles, 400m hurdles and 4X100 m relay in 2003. He also participated in the 2002 World Athletics U20 Championships and won a silver medal in 400m hurdles. After retiring from professional athletics, Kenneth Ferguson shifted his focus to supporting his wife Allyson Felix's career. He has been her biggest cheerleader, often seen in the stands or at the finish line, cheering her on during her races. Beyond being a dedicated husband and father, Kenneth Ferguson's current professional pursuits are not widely publicized. However, it is known that he previously worked in Michigan before relocating to Los Angeles to support Allyson's training for the Tokyo Olympics.
Kenneth Ferguson's Social Media
Social Platform | Social Media Profile |
@supermanferg |
How Allyson Felix and Kenneth Ferguson Met
Allyson Felix and Kenneth Ferguson have been together for over two decades. They began dating in the early 2000s, after meeting at the USA Track & Field Junior National Championships in 2002. The couple tied the knot in 2018.
The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Camryn Grace in 2018. They also became parents to a second child, a son in 2024. They named him Kenneth Maurice Ferguson III. However, they lovingly call him as "Trey".
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FAQ's On Allyson Felix Husband
A. Yes, Allyson Felix married her high school sweetheart Kenneth Ferguson in 2018.
A. Kenneth Ferguson, a former sprinter and hurdler, is the husband of Allyson Felix.
A. Nike offered Allyson Felix a 70% pay cut after her contract expired in 2017 when she was pregnant, failing to support her requested maternity protections.
A. Allyson Felix belongs to the United States, she is an American sprinter.
A. Kenneth Ferguson was a sprint and hurdle athlete.