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We recently had the chance to catch up with Gabby Douglas during her Radio Disney Take Over! It’s hard to believe the US gymnast is still a teenager. The 17-year-old gold-winning Olympian has already accomplished so much and isn’t stopping any time soon. The pint-sized talent is even guest starring in an episode of Kickin’ It this summer!
Gabby sat down with us and gushed about her second book, fashion, and boys. She even gave exclusive advice to BOP and Tiger Beat readers on reaching their dreams. Check out our Q&A with the extraordinary Gabby Douglas!
Q: So you just released your book “Raising the Bar,†can you tell us about it?
A: Yeah actually this is my second book, “Raising the Bar†and it’s just about what I’ve been doing post-Olympics, fun facts about me, memories from the Olympics, my family at the Olympics and quotes, pictures, thoughts and to just put it in perspective, to put it in my perspective now. People want to know what I’m doing too, so inspirational fan book!
Q: What does it feel like to have all of this achieved and you’re still in high school?
A: It just feels so insane sometimes! I look back and just think about all the hard days at the gym and how it’s almost a year since the Olympic games. It’s just so crazy to think about. All these opportunities are phenomenal. I’m just so honored.
Q: You’ve talked about being bullied before in the past, what was that like and what advice do you have for kids who are going through the same thing?
A: It was really hurtful, but my advice would be definitely speak up and tell an adult.
Q: We’ve noticed you’ve been very fashionable lately, what’s your style right now?
A: Yeah I’m getting into fashion! Before it was like sweatpants and leotards, now I’m in dresses and heels and I love it, just experiencing fashion and the different designers. I think my fashion now is, I love cute tops, heels, leggings with heels, dresses, blazers with jeans and stuff like that!
Q: What are some of your future goals?
A: I want to go to another Olympics. I mean there’s a lot of great opportunities I could be doing. Producing, acting, hosting, I mean those all sound really fun and anything! Dream big!
Q: What advice would you give to our readers about the future and succeeding?
A: Just dream big and never quit. You know I had a lot of doubters growing up, so just don’t listen to anything negative. Just focus on the positive and you know, support system! Family, friends, whoever it may be, look for them mentoring and just go big!
Other fun facts about Gabby:
- She describes her style as classy, chic and comfy.
- Her celeb crush is Ian Somerhalder.
- Her favorite One Direction member is Liam!
- She hasn’t had her first kiss yet, she’s been too busy at the gym!
What are your dreams? Does Gabby inspire you? Let us know how in the comments below!