The Greatest 20th Century Gymnasts

Birthdate: November 4, 1972

Sun Sign: Scorpio

Birthplace: San Antonio, Texas, United States

Died: August 8, 1991

Though born to working-class parents, Julissa Gomez was encouraged by them to train for gymnastics at an early age. An Olympic hopeful, Gomez suffered a devastating head injury at an event in Japan, rendering her paralyzed and in a coma for days. She eventually died, prompting safety reforms in gymnastics.