Mary Lou Retton, the iconic Olympic gymnast known for her five medals at the 1984 Summer Olympics, was arrested for DUI in May in West Virginia. She was charged with driving under the influence after her arrest and later released on bail. Retton's fame grew after she became the first American woman to win an Olympic gymnastics gold, which significantly increased the sport's popularity. Recently, she battled pneumonia, leading to a critical health scare that prompted a fundraiser for her medical expenses. Despite recovering, she faced substantial challenges and setbacks in her personal life.
Olympic gymnastics champion Mary Lou Retton, known for her groundbreaking achievements and recent health struggles, was recently arrested for DUI in West Virginia.
Retton's remarkable journey includes winning five medals in the 1984 Olympics, her role in popularizing gymnastics, and later facing severe health challenges.
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