Athletes and Stars Are Cheering For Allyson Felix Following Her Historic Olympics Win
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Allyson Felix won gold at the Tokyo Olympics, and made history in the process. After medaling in the women's 4x400-meter relay on Saturday, the 35-year-old is now the most decorated US track and field Olympian, surpassing Carl Lewis. "First Gold medal in the history of @bysaysh, I don't even have the words for how proud I am of that," Allyson wrote on Instagram. "You are worthy of your dreams. Keep going!" As fellow Olympians, athletes, and stars have been tuning in to this year's ceremony, it didn't take long for the well-wishes to start pouring in for both her bronze and gold medal. A handful of celebrities showed their support in the comments, while others congratulated Allyson on Twitter. See more celebrity reactions to Allyson's incredible win ahead.
Billie Jean King
Michelle Kwan
Following Allyson's bronze medal win, the Olympic figure skater dedicated a post to her on Instagram, writing, "So proud of this champion @allysonfelix! You showed us how to win with character and humility. Congrats on making history and winning your 10th Olympic medal🏅 and first as a mom! You're an incredible role model both on and off the track."
Adam Rippon
Yvonne Orji
The Insecure actress shared her excitement for Allyson in the comments of her post, writing, "LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO!!! You did NOT come to PLAY."
Carl Lewis
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Beyoncé
Beyoncé's BeyGOOD foundation celebrated Allyson's win on Twitter, writing, "We celebrate you, Allyson Felix. Congrats on making Olympic history."