Shawn Johnson is a retired American gymnast and Olympic gold medalist, born on January 19, 1992, in Des Moines, Iowa. She gained fame for her exceptional performances at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where she won four medals, including one gold in the balance beam event. In addition to her Olympic success, Johnson was a prominent competitor in the U.S. gymnastics scene, winning multiple national titles. After retiring from gymnastics, she pursued a career in television and became a popular figure, participating in shows like Dancing with the Stars.