Chloe Kim

Early Life and the Road to the Halfpipe

Chloe Kim, born on April 23, 2000, in Long Beach and raised in Torrance, California, grew up in a household shaped by sacrifice, ambition, and belief in opportunity. The youngest of three daughters of Jong Jin and Boran Yun Kim — South Korean immigrants who moved to the United States in 1982 — Chloe’s journey into snowboarding began at an early age through the relentless support of her father. Arriving in America with just $800, he later earned an engineering degree and dedicated himself to helping Chloe pursue her passion, buying her first snowboard on eBay for $25 and making exhausting 12-hour round trips to Mammoth Mountain so she could train consistently.

That early commitment paid dividends quickly. By age 13, Kim was competing at the X Games, finishing second in her debut ahead of eventual Sochi 2014 Olympic gold medalist Kaitlyn Farrington. She was too young to compete at the 2014 Winter Olympics due to snowboarding’s age restrictions — a delay that only postponed her rise to global stardom. In 2019, Kim enrolled at Princeton University, stepping away from competition to recover from burnout and the pressures of early fame. After taking a leave of absence in 2020, she returned to snowboarding with renewed motivation and focus.

Career Journey: From Prodigy to Generational Icon

Kim's competitive rise was rapid and relentless. At 14, she became the youngest athlete at the time to win a Winter X Games gold medal, claiming the superpipe title in Aspen in 2015 — beating snowboarding legend Kelly Clark in the process. The following year she captured two X Games gold medals and, at the 2016 Winter Youth Olympic Games in Lillehammer, she swept halfpipe and slopestyle gold, set the highest score in Youth Olympics snowboarding halfpipe history, and served as Team USA's flag bearer.

Her Olympic debut at PyeongChang 2018 was one of the defining performances in modern action sports. At just 17 years old, Kim won gold in the women's halfpipe with a jaw-dropping 98.25 — ten points ahead of her nearest rival — becoming the youngest woman to win an Olympic snowboarding gold medal. Four years later at Beijing 2022, she scored 94.00 in the final to successfully defend her title, becoming the first woman to win back-to-back Olympic gold medals in the halfpipe. At the 2026 Milano Cortina Games, she overcame a torn labrum suffered just weeks before competition to claim a silver medal, making her the only athlete — male or female — to medal in three consecutive Olympics in the halfpipe.

Records, Achievements, and Historic Milestones

Chloe Kim is, statistically, the most decorated halfpipe snowboarder in women's history. Her medal haul spans every major competition in the sport:

• Olympic Medals: 2 Gold (2018, 2022), 1 Silver (2026) — tops the all-time women's Olympic halfpipe medal rankings
• FIS World Championships: 3 Gold (2019, 2021, 2025) — matches the all-time record for most world titles in women's halfpipe
• X Games: 8 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze — tied with Shaun White for the most superpipe gold medals in X Games history
• Youth Olympics: 2 Gold (Halfpipe and Slopestyle, 2016)

She holds a series of historic firsts: the youngest woman to win an Olympic snowboarding gold medal; the first woman to win consecutive Olympic halfpipe titles; the first athlete to win titles at all four major snowboarding events (Olympics, Youth Olympics, X Games, and FIS World Championships); and the first woman to land a 1260 in halfpipe competition. At X Games Aspen 2025, she also became the first woman to land a double cork 1080 in X Games halfpipe history.

Sponsorships, Business Ventures, and Off-Snow Influence

Beyond the halfpipe, Kim has built one of the strongest personal brands in action sports. Her endorsement portfolio includes Nike, Monster Energy, Toyota, Breitling, Moncler, Roxy, Target, Visa, Beats by Dre, and Kellogg's, generating a reported $4 million annually. Her first sponsorship deal — with Monster Energy at age 13 — provided enough financial stability to allow her mother to retire. She co-founded Togethxr, a women's sports media company, and has collaborated with eBay and Vogue on fashion campaigns. She has been featured in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and appeared on The Masked Singer, reflecting a public profile that extends far beyond competitive snowboarding.

Career Status and 2026 Recognition

Entering 2026, Kim arrived at the Milano Cortina Olympics as the sport's undisputed standard-bearer — and delivered under extraordinary circumstances. A torn labrum suffered during training in Switzerland on January 8, 2026 threatened her participation entirely, but she cleared medical protocols and competed, qualifying first and earning silver behind South Korea's Gaon Choi.

The accolades that followed confirmed her legacy. In April 2026, Time Magazine named her to its 100 Most Influential People list for the second time — her tribute penned by Olympic gymnast Sunisa Lee. On April 20, 2026, she won the Laureus World Action Sportsperson of the Year Award in Madrid for the third time in her career (previously in 2019 and 2020), making her the only female athlete to claim that honor more than once. No official competitive plans for the 2026–27 season have been announced.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chloe Kim

Did Chloe Kim win gold in 2026 ?

No. Chloe Kim won a silver medal in the women's halfpipe at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, finishing behind South Korea's Gaon Choi.

When does Chloe Kim compete  ?

No official competitive plans for the 2026–27 season have been announced. Her most recent competition was the 2026 Winter Olympics in February 2026.

Who is Chloe Kim dating ?

Chloe Kim is dating NFL defensive end Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns, confirming their relationship publicly in November 2025.

Who is Chloe Kim's boyfriend ?

Her boyfriend is Myles Garrett, a Pro Bowl NFL star with the Cleveland Browns and one of the highest-paid defenders in league history.

How did Chloe Kim meet Myles Garrett ? 

They were introduced by a mutual friend — a physical therapist who works with both athletes — via a casual FaceTime call during the X Games in early 2025.

How long have Chloe Kim and Myles Garrett been dating ?

They were first publicly linked in May 2025 at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Tokyo and confirmed their relationship in November 2025, making it just over a year together.

What nationality is Chloe Kim ?

Chloe Kim is American. She is of Korean descent — the daughter of South Korean immigrants Jong Jin Kim and Boran Yun Kim.

When was Chloe Kim born ?

Chloe Kim was born on April 23, 2000, in Long Beach, California, USA.

What happened to Chloe Kim's face ?

There is no verified report of any injury or incident involving Chloe Kim's face. She did suffer a dislocated shoulder and torn labrum in January 2026, which briefly threatened her Olympic participation.

Did Chloe Kim get plastic surgery ?

Chloe Kim has never confirmed or publicly discussed having plastic surgery.

Are Bea Kim and Chloe Kim related ?

No. Despite sharing the same last name and both being Asian American snowboarders from Southern California, Bea Kim and Chloe Kim are not related. They are Team USA teammates and close friends.

Is Chloe Kim in the 2026 Olympics ?

Yes. Chloe Kim competed at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics and won a silver medal in the women's halfpipe, becoming the first athlete to medal in three consecutive Olympic halfpipe events.

How old was Chloe Kim when she won gold ?

She was 17 years old when she won her first Olympic gold medal at the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Games, making her the youngest woman to win an Olympic snowboarding gold medal.

How much is Chloe Kim worth ?

Chloe Kim's net worth is estimated at $10 million, with endorsement deals with brands like Nike, Toyota, Monster Energy, and Breitling reportedly generating around $4 million per year.