Ryan Lochte

Ryan Lochte is an American competitive swimmer and Olympic gold medalist. He is known for his versatility and excellence in various swimming events, including the 200m and 400m individual medley, the 200m freestyle, and the 4x200m freestyle relay.

Lochte has won numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including seven Olympic gold medals, 14 World Championship titles, and four Pan American Games titles. He is the second-most decorated swimmer in Olympic history measured by total number of medals, behind only Michael Phelps. Lochte is widely regarded as one of the greatest swimmers of all time and is often referred to as “The Man Who Owns the Medley.”

In addition to his achievements in the pool, Lochte is also known for his ability to connect with fans and media, often appearing on TV shows and social media platforms to promote swimming. Off the pool deck, Lochte competed on reality TV competitions, including season 23 of Dancing With the Stars and season 2 of Celebrity Big Brother.

Lochte started dating model Kayla Rae Reid in 2016, tying the knot two years later. The pair, who share son Caiden and daughters Liv and Georgia, separated in 2025.