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What famous athletic event was Mary Lou Retton part of in 1984?

  • Summer Olympics

  • World Cup

  • Wimbledon

  • NBA Finals

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Mary Lou Retton was part of the 1984 NBA Finals as a cheerleader for the Los Angeles Lakers. She was one of the first female cheerleaders for an NBA team, and her participation in the Finals helped to increase the visibility of women in sports. Retton was also a successful gymnast, winning the gold medal in the all-around competition at the 1984 Summer Olympics.
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