Olympians Turned Influencers: Meet The Athletes Who Went Viral

The 2024 Paris Olympics showcased not only incredible athletic feats but also the rise of Olympians as influencers and creators.

Athletes like American rugby star Ilona Maher and gymnast Sunisa Lee have transformed their Olympic fame into powerful social media presences, using platforms like TikTok to share their journeys, humor, and personal challenges.

Maher’s viral videos celebrating the Paris experience and Lee’s candid documentation of her battle with kidney disease illustrate how these Olympians are proving that their impact extends far beyond the games, redefining what it means to be a champion in the digital age.

Follow Maher and Lee on TikTok to keep up with these athletes after the Olympics!

Ilona Maher: https://www.tiktok.com/@ilonamaher?lang=en Sunisa Lee: https://www.tiktok.com/@sunisalee_?lang=en