Hidilyn Diaz

Weightlifter

Birthday February 20, 1991

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Zamboanga City, Philippines

Age 33 years old

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About

Weight lifter and airwoman who is the first Filipino person to win an Olympic gold medal. She also took home a silver medal in the 2016 Olympic Games. She won gold medals in the 2018 Asian Games and the 2019 SEA Games. Her hidilyndiaz Instagram account displays her training sessions, her competitions and her family. She has attracted 250,000 followers to her account. 

Before Fame

She attended the Universidad de Zamboanga to study computer science but left in her third year. She re-enrolled in 2017 at De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, with the intention of studying business management. 

Trivia

She enlisted in the Philippine Air Force in 2013, eventually working her way up to sergeant. She spent time in the military. 

Family Life

Her parents are Eduardo and Emelita Diaz. On May 9, 2021, she posted an Instagram photo of her mother holding a cake. 

Associated With

Carissa Moore also won a gold medal in 2021 at the Olympic Summer Games.