Natalia Korbut is a retired Soviet gymnast, born on March 29, 1955, in Grodno, Belarus. She gained international fame during the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, where she won three gold medals and one silver. Korbut is known for her innovative routines and charismatic performances, which helped popularize women's gymnastics. Korbut's influence extended beyond her competitive career, as she inspired future generations of gymnasts, including Shannon Miller and Simone Biles. After retiring from gymnastics, she pursued a career in coaching and became a prominent figure in the sport, contributing to its development worldwide.