Even after suffering a serous leg injury, U.S. skiing star Lindsey Vonn is gearing up for her fifth Olympic Games at age 41. Her return to competitive racing has been one of the biggest storylines leading up to Milan Cortina 2026, and it’s not hard to guess which former Olympian might have offered inspiration.
In this episode of I Never Knew That, editor Tyler examines Vonn’s friendship with her skiing idol Picabo Street—from their first meeting when Vonn was only 9 years old to their recent work together on a documentary film. Together, the pair stand as one of the most successful tandems in history on the slopes.
You can learn more about Vonn, as well as fellow skiing great Mikaela Shiffrin and other U.S. Olympic athletes, at Biography.com. Be sure to check out our full catalog of INKT true stories, including chapters on Super Bowl halftime headliner Bad Bunny and First Lady Melania Trump.
Enjoy the Winter Games, and see you next time!
Tyler Piccotti joined the Biography.com staff as an Associate News Editor and is now the News and Culture Editor. He previously worked as a reporter and copy editor for a daily newspaper recognized by the Associated Press Sports Editors. In his current role, he shares the true stories behind your favorite movies and TV shows and profiles rising musicians, actors, and athletes. When he's not working, you can find him at the nearest amusement park or movie theater and cheering on his favorite teams.
