Which famous Olympic athlete is from East St. Louis?
Jesse Owens
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Usain Bolt
Michael Phelps
Answer
Jackie Joyner-Kersee, a six-time Olympic medalist and one of the greatest female athletes in history, was born and raised in East St. Louis. She excelled in track and field, particularly in the heptathlon and long jump events.
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