Gabriela Andersen-Schiess
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About
Former long-distance runner who participated in the first women's Olympic marathon at the 1984 Summer Olympics. She gained fame for her memorable finish staggering into the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, as she suffered from dehydration.
Before Fame
She lived in Sun Valley, Idaho and worked as a ski instructor.
Trivia
She finished the Olympic marathon 37th out of 44, in a time of 2 hours, 48 minutes and 42 seconds.
Family Life
Her husband is named Richard Andersen.
Associated With
She finished the marathon 24 minutes behind the winner, Joan Benoit.
