Abebe Bikila
- January 9, 2024
- Runner
Quick Facts
Abebe Bikila Biography
| Name | Abebe Bikila |
| Birthday | Aug 7 |
| Birth Year | 1932 |
| Place Of Birth | Australia |
| Birth Country | Australia |
| Birth Sign | Leo |
| Parents | Bikila Demissie, Widnesh Menberu |
| Spouse | Yewibdar Giorghis |
| Children(s) | Teferi Bikila, Dawit Abebe, Tsige Abebe, Yetnayet Abebe Bikila |
Abebe Bikila is one of the most popular and richest Runner who was born on August 7, 1932 in Australia, Australia. Long-distance runner who became Africa’s first black gold medalist after winning marathon gold at the 1960 Summer Olympics.
He blazed the way for future marathon Olympic gold medalist like Paul Tergat .
He had four children: Dawit, Tsige, Yetnayet, and Teferia.
Abebe Bikila Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Runner |
| House | Living in own house. |
Abebe Bikila is one of the richest Runner from Australia. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Abebe Bikila 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He was discovered by athletic trainer Onni Niskanen while living in a small village in Ethiopia.
He won two career Olympic marathon gold medals while running barefoot.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
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Who is Abebe Bikila Dating?
According to our records, Abebe Bikila married to Yewibdar Giorghis. As of December 1, 2023, Abebe Bikila’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Abebe Ranked on the list of most popular Runner. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Australia. Abebe Bikila celebrates birthday on August 7 of every year.
How did Abebe Bikila get paralyzed?
On March 22, 1969, Abebe was paralysed due to a car accident. He regained some upper-body mobility, but he never walked again. While he was receiving medical treatment in England, Abebe competed in archery and table tennis at the 1970 Stoke Mandeville Games in London.
Why did Abebe run barefoot?
1960 Rome Olympics In Rome, Abebe purchased new running shoes, but they did not fit well and gave him blisters. He consequently decided to run barefoot instead.
What is Abebe Bikila famous for?
Abebe Bikila, (born August 7, 1932, Mont, Ethiopia—died October 25, 1973, Addis Ababa), Ethiopian marathon runner who won a gold medal and set a world record while running barefoot at the 1960 Olympic Games in Rome, then bested his own record at the 1964 Olympics in Tokyo.
What was Abebe Bikila unique in the Olympics?
Ethiopian track and field athlete, Abebe Bikila (1932-1973), was the first black African to win an Olympic medal, and the first man ever to win two Olympic marathons. Known for his grace and stamina, he was considered the most perfect example of a naturally talented distance runner.
Who is the famous athlete in Ethiopia?
Kenenisa Bekele , (born June 13, 1982, near Bekoji, Ethiopia), Ethiopian long-distance runner who won Olympic gold medals in the 10,000 metres in 2004 and in both the 5,000 metres and the 10,000 metres in 2008. He later had success in the marathon.