Gabby Thomas - Olympic Triumphs, Healthcare Advocacy, and Why Her Mom Inspires Her | The Daily Show

On the heels of the Paris Olympics, three-time gold medalist Gabby Thomas joins Desi Lydic to discuss her big wins for Team USA, a moment she spent five years training for. They talk about her mom’s heartwarming reaction and lifelong encouragement, how Thomas’s Harvard degree in neurobiology informed her athletic preparation and self-care, and advocating for equal access to healthcare through volunteer work in Texas. #DailyShow #GabbyThomas #Olympics

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[jwc]

Gabby is an example of the best in humanity. The archetype of success and possibilities.

[tw]

As if her athleticism, brains, and beauty were not enough, she has a heart of gold too. What she said about equal access to healthcare was what impressed me more.

[Phoenix-nlut]

She’s amazing. What a great role model for this generation

[steev]

Gabby for head of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, 2024. The more I get to hear her speak instead of just running... I'm absolutely more proud that we have such amazing Americans here. She's hard to argue against on literally ANY points she makes.

[larryjames]

Well, I would concur with her Mom. There is definitely a light in her. A role model for us all.

[themountain]

She should get another gold medal for her personality 🏅

[JackVezz]

Gabby Thomas is peak humanity. She really has completed the game.

[MambaRun]

Gabby is such an inspiration. She is a prime example of living your life to its full potential. It motivates me to work harder because I can honestly say I'm not doing everything I can right now to reach my goals. Watching and listening to Gabby inspires me to work harder.

[lucasdonahue]

Goodness gracious what an impressive human!

[danielcaceres]

Classy, an Olympian, a Harvard alumni, stunning and so conscientious…😮

[danatate]

Wow! I didn't know all this about Gabby Thomas. What a special and inspiring woman! 💗😊💙💙💙💙💙

[rex-racer]

The only noticeable flaw that I’ve learned about this amazing woman is that she once took an extra napkin at the food court and did not use it.

[steveb]

Her mother deserves a gold medal too.

[Yonni]

"I'm just so glad to be back in the United States...", "When I was in school studying neurobiology..." and THREE count them THREE GOLD MEDALS! Freaking Woot! I vote for her for president!

[anniehuckerby]

What a amazing young woman! Bless her Mother for being the shining example 🙏❤

[LadyMass]

Go Mom!!! What a wonderful daughter she has inspired through her own words and actions.

[ADPSportsShorts]

Gabby Thomas is the best role model for any young adult if I've ever seen one. She's the pinnacle of the human race. She's got it all.

[ecktoeman]

Wow! and I just thought she was gorgeous. . . and fast! What a force! Bravo Ms Thomas! And great interview Desi!

[fairytale]

She has such a strong mindset, a great role model for all. Congrats Gabby and USA!

[richcondon]

Best interview. She a great runner and a awesome person. Her mother mother and family did a great job, they all should be very proud .