The untimely death of Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie was revealed on Wednesday, just hours after her management team confirmed her passing at the age of 32. The exact cause of her death remains unknown.
Florida's Orange County Sheriff's Office stated that deputies conducted a welfare check on Tuesday afternoon at a residence in Orlando, after receiving a report of a woman in her 30s who hadn't been seen or heard from in days. Inside the house, they discovered a deceased woman, preliminarily identified as Frentorish "Tori" Bowie (born on August 27, 1990). No indications of foul play were found.
Icon Management Inc., Bowie's management company, expressed their deep sorrow on social media: "We've lost a client, dear friend, daughter, and sister. Tori was a champion… a beacon of light that shined so bright! We're truly heartbroken and our prayers are with the family and friends."
USA Track and Field (USATF) CEO Max Siegel also released a statement: "USATF is deeply saddened by the passing of Tori Bowie, a three-time Olympic medalist and two-time world champion. A talented athlete, her impact on the sport is immeasurable, and she will be greatly missed."
During the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, Bowie secured a gold medal in the 4x100 meter relay. A former long jumper competitor at the University of Southern Mississippi, she claimed an NCAA championship with the Golden Eagles in 2011 in both outdoor and indoor events. Bowie made her Olympic debut in Rio, winning silver in the 100-meter and bronze in the 200-meter dashes, in addition to her gold medal.
Bowie continued her success in the following years, winning gold in the 4x100 meter relay and the 100-meter dash at the 2017 World Championships in London. She also took home a bronze in the 100-meter event at the 2015 World Championships in Beijing.
Q&A Section:
Q: When did Tori Bowie pass away?
A: Tori Bowie passed away at the age of 32; her death was announced on May 3, 2023.
Q: What did Tori Bowie win at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games?
A: Tori Bowie won a gold medal in the 4x100 meter relay, a silver medal in the 100-meter dash, and a bronze medal in the 200-meter dash at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Q: What were Tori Bowie's accomplishments at the World Championships?
A: Tori Bowie won gold in the 4x100 meter relay and the 100-meter dash at the 2017 World Championships in London, and a bronze in the 100-meter event at the 2015 World Championships in Beijing.
