Simone Ashley Manuel is an American professional swimmer. At the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics Games, Manuel won a gold medal in the 100-meter freestyle and the 4×100-meter medley, and a silver medal in the 50-meter freestyle and the 4×100-meter freestyle relay making her the first Black American woman to win an individual Olympic gold in swimming. Before turning professional, Manuel attended Stanford University where she broke multiple records and became a six-time individual NCAA champion. She also helped her team secure NCAA team championships in 2017 and 2018.
At the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympic Games, Manuel contributed to winning a bronze medal in the 4×100-meter freestyle relay team. She has now set three world records. Manuel also partners with organizations like Make A Splash and LeBron James' Promise School to extend swimming opportunities and education to underserved communities.
Real Name | Simone Ashley Manue |
Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
Weight | 148 lbs (67 kg) |
DOB (Age) | August 2, 1996 (age 27) |
Country | United States of America |
Sport | Swimming |
Event(s) | Freestyle |
Medal(s) | Olympic Games Gold medal -- 2016 Rio de Janeiro – 100 m freestyle Gold medal – 2016 Rio de Janeiro – 4×100 m medley Silver medal -- 2016 Rio de Janeiro -- 50 m freestyle Silver medal – 2016 Rio de Janeiro -- 4×100 m freestyle Bronze medal -- 2020 Tokyo – 4×100 m freestyle World Championships (LC) Gold medal – 2013 Barcelona – 4×100 m freestyle Gold medal – 2015 Kazan – 4×100 m mixed freestyle Gold medal – 2017 Budapest -- 100 m freestyle Gold medal – 2017 Budapest – 4×100 m freestyle Gold medal – 2017 Budapest – 4×100 m medley Gold medal – 2017 Budapest – 4×100 m mixed freestyle Gold medal – 2017 Budapest – 4×100 m mixed medley Gold medal – 2019 Gwangju – 50 m freestyle Gold medal – 2019 Gwangju –100 m freestyle Gold medal – 2019 Gwangju – 4×100 m medley Gold medal – 2019 Gwangju – 4×100 m mixed freestyle Silver medal – 2019 Gwangju – 4×100 m freestyle Silver medal – 2019 Gwangju – 4×200 m freestyle Silver medal – 2019 Gwangju – 4×100 m mixed medley Bronze medal – 2015 Kazan – 4×100 m freestyle Bronze medal – 2017 Budapest – 50 m freestyle Pan Pacific Championships Silver medal – 2014 Gold Coast – 4×100 m freestyle Silver medal – 2014 Gold Coast – 4×100 m medley Silver medal – 2018 Tokyo – 50 m freestyle Silver medal – 2018 Tokyo – 100 m freestyle Silver medal – 2018 Tokyo – 4×100 m freestyle Silver medal – 2018 Tokyo – 4×100 m medley Bronze medal – 2014 Gold Coast – 100 m freestyle Bronze medal – 2018 Tokyo – 4×100 m mixed medley Junior Pan Pacific Championships Gold medal – 2012 Honolulu – 100 m freestyle Gold medal – 2012 Honolulu – 4×100 m freestyle Gold medal – 2012 Honolulu – 4×200 m freestyle Gold medal – 2012 Honolulu – 4×100 m medley |
Net Worth | $3 million |
College | Stanford University |
Partner/Spouse | Denzel Franklin |
Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Simone Manuel’s Net Worth 2024
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Simone Manuel has an estimated net worth of $3 million as of August 2024. Manuel's accurate yearly salary is as of now undisclosed. However, her yearly compensation is assessed to be around $1 million every year.
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Simone Manuel’s Sources Of Income
Simone Manuel's pay comes from different sources, including her pro-swimming career, brand endorsements, and social media platforms. In July 2018, Simone Manuel became a full-time professional swimmer after her final collegiate season at Stanford University. Manuel has established multiple sources of income throughout her professional career.
Sponsorships
Simone Manuel is endorsed by Arena Swimwear, Tonal, and Align Probiotic. In 2024, she collaborated with SkinCeuticals for their campaign, 'Power to Become'. In 2021, she was the face of the American Girl x Team USA collection. Furthermore, her social media also showcased her collaborations with TeamToyota and Togethxr. She is additionally associated with Speedo, Nike, and TYR Sport.
Other
Simone Manuel co-founded TOGETHXR, a media and commerce company, and collaborated with multiple organizations to provide resources and aid to underserved children and families.
Social Media
Simone Manuel also earns from social media posts where she has more than 350K followers combined.
FAQ's On Simone Manuel
A. Simone Manuel’s hometown is Sugar Land, Texas, U.S.
A. Simone Manuel is 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) tall.
A. Simone Manuel weighs 148 lb (67 kg).
A. Simone Manuel specializes in Freestyle.
A. Simone Manuel's full name is Simone Ashley Manuel.