Vera Caslavska

January 10, 2024
Gymnast

Quick Facts

Vera Caslavska
Full Name Vera Caslavska
Occupation Gymnast
Date Of Birth May 3, 1942(1942-05-03)
Age 82
Date Of Death 2016-08-30
Birthplace Prague
Country Czech Republic
Horoscope Taurus

Vera Caslavska Biography

Name Vera Caslavska
Birthday May 3
Birth Year 1942
Place Of Birth Prague
Birth Country Czech Republic
Birth Sign Taurus
Spouse Josef Odložil
Children(s) Martin Odložil, Radka Čáslavská

Vera Caslavska is one of the most popular and richest Gymnast who was born on May 3, 1942 in Prague, Czech Republic. Czech gymnast, who is among few gymnasts who won the gold medal for all-around in consecutive Olympics.

Her achievements overshadow Her accomplishments overshadow Mary Lou Retton‘s accomplishments extensively, even though Retton became known as the greatest female American gymnast of all time.’s accomplishments in a significant way although Retton was regarded as the best female American gymnast of all time.

She was married to silver medalist Josef Odlozil right after the 1968 Olympics.

Vera Caslavska Net Worth

Net Worth $5 Million
Source Of Income Gymnast
House Living in own house.

Vera Caslavska is one of the richest Gymnast from Czech Republic. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Vera Caslavska 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

She began in figure skating prior to she moved on to gymnastics.

Her record for having the most Olympic medals won by any gymnast lasted for more than 40 years.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Vera Caslavska Dating?

According to our records, Vera Caslavska married to Josef Odložil. As of December 1, 2023, Vera Caslavska’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Vera Ranked on the list of most popular Gymnast. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Czech Republic. Vera Caslavska celebrates birthday on May 3 of every year.

What happened to Vera caslavska?

Čáslavská was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2015. Her health deteriorated significantly in the summer of 2016, to such an extent that she was taken to a hospital in Prague on 30 August, where she died at the age of 74.

What did Vera caslavska do?

Vera Caslavska of Czechoslovakia was the most dominant gymnast of her time. A winner of seven Olympic gold medals and 11 Olympic medals in total, she was the original worldwide superstar gymnast. She entered the 1968 Olympics as a major favorite.

When did Vera caslavska start gymnastics?

Čáslavská began her athletic career as a figure skater, but at age 15 she turned to gymnastics, first appearing in international competition at the 1958 world championships, where she won a silver medal in the team event.

Who boycotted the 1968 Olympics?

Just a few months later, in February of 1968, OPHR members led by Smith and sprinter Lee Evans launched a boycott of the New York Athletic Club’s annual indoor track meet that included over 100 Black athletes, including many future Olympians.

Who are famous female gymnasts?

Seven American female gymnasts have won at least four medals at the Olympic Games: Shannon Miller (seven), Simone Biles (seven), Aly Raisman (six), Nastia Liukin (five), Mary Lou Retton (five), Dominique Dawes (four), and Shawn Johnson (four).

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