Diver Television Personality And Advocate

Tom Daley: Olympic Gold Medalist and LGBTQ+ Icon

Diver, Television Personality, and Advocate

Tom Daley, born May 21, 1994, is a British Olympic gold medalist, television personality, and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. Specializing in multiple diving events, Daley has achieved remarkable success in his sport.

Olympic Accomplishments

In 2012, at the London Olympics, Daley became the youngest British male diver to win an Olympic medal. He earned a bronze medal in the 10-meter platform individual event. Four years later, at the Rio Olympics, Daley won another bronze medal in the 10-meter platform individual event. The culmination of his Olympic journey came in 2021 at the Tokyo Olympics, where he and diving partner Matty Lee won the gold medal in the synchronized 10-meter platform event.

Television and Media

Beyond his diving career, Daley has become a popular television personality. He appeared as a contestant on the dance competition show "Strictly Come Dancing" and hosted the diving reality competition "Splash!"

LGBTQ+ Advocacy

Daley is an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. He came out as gay in 2013 and has since used his platform to promote equality and acceptance. He has been a vocal supporter of various organizations working to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people.