At age 25, Chloe Kim already has cemented her status as one of the greatest snowboarding athletes in history. From a teenage prodigy to established veteran, Kim has dominated the sport and transcended boundaries, using her platform to speak out about social issues and turn women’s snowboarding into a marquee event.

Learn more about the Team USA superstar as she prepares for another history-chasing Olympic Games this winter.

Where is Chloe Kim from?

Chloe Kim was born in Long Beach, California and grew up in Torrance, California.

When did Chloe Kim start snowboarding?

Kim started snowboarding at 4 years old when her parents purchased her first board off eBay. Growing up, Kim would make the 12-hour, round-trip commute to Mammoth Mountain every weekend with her father to train.

How old is Chloe Kim?

Kim will be 25 years old during the Olympics. She turns 26 in April 2026.

How many Olympics has Chloe Kim competed in?

The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics will be Kim’s third consecutive Olympic Games. She made her debut in 2018 in PyeongChang and returned for the 2022 Beijing Games. Kim would have qualified for the 2014 Sochi Games but was not old enough to compete at the time.

What medals did Chloe Kim win at PyeongChang 2018 and Beijing 2022?

Kim has two Olympic gold medals, winning the halfpipe title in back-to-back Games. She is the first woman snowboarder to win consecutive halfpipe gold medals at the Olympics.

How did Chloe Kim rise to fame as a teenage Olympic champion?

As a teenager, Kim burst into the snowboarding scene as a tremendously talented snowboarding prodigy. She became the (then) youngest athlete to win a gold medal at the Winter X Games in 2015 at 14 years old and proved herself to be a serious threat in women’s halfpipe despite being too young to compete at the 2014 Sochi Olympics. At 15, Kim defended her X Games title and won two gold medals at the 2016 Youth Olympics. When she was 17, she made her Olympic debut at the 2018 PyeongChang Games and she took home gold in women’s halfpipe, becoming the youngest woman to win an Olympic snowboarding title.

What are Chloe Kim’s career highlights in snowboarding?

With over a decade under her belt, Kim has a career’s worth of highlights that spans from her maiden wins as a teenager to her history-making tricks in the halfpipe. Early highlights include her first ever X Games gold medal in 2015, Youth Olympic medals in 2016 and debut Olympic gold in 2017. Since then, she has grown her legend, racking up another Olympic title, three world championship titles, reaching a record-tying eight X games, and landing multiple history-making tricks.

How many X Games medals has Chloe Kim won?

Kim has won eight X Games titles (tied for most all time) and has 10 total medals (eight gold, one silver, one bronze). Kim has been on the podium at every X Games she has competed in, starting with a silver-medal debut in 2014 at just 13 years old. 

What are Chloe Kim’s World Cup results?

Kim has competed in 19 World Cups in her career, making her World Cup debut in 2016. Of those 19 competitions, she has finished on the podium 14 times and has secured 12 victories. As of September 2025, Kim has a 63% win percentage in World Cup competitions.

What signature tricks is Chloe Kim known for in the halfpipe?

There are several signature moves in Kim’s arsenal, including multiple history-making moves. She was the first woman ever to land back-to-back 1080s in a halfpipe competition (which helped her win her first Olympic gold), as well as the first to land a 1260 and a cab double cork 1080. Kim’s coach also has indicated she landed a 1440 in practice, but she has yet to debut the trick in competition.

Has Chloe Kim set any snowboarding records?

Kim holds several records across the sport. She is the youngest woman to win an Olympic snowboarding title, the first woman to defend an Olympic halfpipe title, and has tied White for the most halfpipe wins in X Games history with eight.

Why did Chloe Kim take a break from snowboarding after Beijing 2022?

Following her success at the Beijing Olympics in 2022, Kim announced she was taking a mental health break from snowboarding. She admitted the Olympic cycle had left her feeling drained and out of love with the sport, leading her to step away from competition during the 2022-23 season. It was not the first time Kim had spoken about mental health — throughout her career, Kim has been an advocate for mental health and self-love, particularly in the world of athletics.

How does Chloe Kim rank among the greatest Olympic snowboarders?

Although she’s just 25, Kim already has secured her spot in history as one of snowboarding’s greatest athletes. Kim has won all three major snowboarding titles (Olympics, X Games, world championships) along with a Youth Olympic title. She’s also tied with Shaun White for the most halfpipe wins in Winter X Games history, has won the world title every year she has competed at the world championships (taking home gold in 2019, 2021 and 2025), and is the first woman to defend her Olympic halfpipe title.

What impact has Chloe Kim had on women’s snowboarding?

Kim has made a monumental impact on women’s snowboarding, changing the sport both in and out of the halfpipe. On the snow, Kim is in a class by herself, becoming the first woman snowboarder to land a cab double cork 1080 and a 1260 in halfpipe competition. Off the snow, Kim has become a household name, helping turn women’s halfpipe into one of the most anticipated events at the Winter Games. She has won multiple ESPY awards, including several wins for Best Female Action Sports Athlete, and has been included in Time Magazine’s list of the “100 Most Influential People.”

Will Chloe Kim compete at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics?

Kim secured her spot on the U.S. snowboard team for the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics after taking home the 2025 halfpipe world title.

What events will Chloe Kim compete in at Milan Cortina 2026?

Kim will look to defend her halfpipe title once again at the 2026 Winter Games. If she wins gold, she will be the first athlete to complete a three-peat in the event.

What is Chloe Kim’s medal outlook for Milan Cortina 2026?

Kim will look to become the first woman to win three consecutive halfpipe gold medals at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games. With the 2025 world title already under her belt, Kim will be favored to complete the feat. Her biggest obstacle could be U.S. teammate Maddie Mastro, who joined Kim in becoming the first two women to land a double cork 1080 in a contest.

How has Chloe Kim prepared mentally and physically for Milan Cortina 2026?

Leading up to the 2026 Milan Cortina Games, Kim has been outspoken about her new mental and physical preparation, particularly after coming back from the mental health break she took following the 2022 Beijing Games. She has emphasized enjoying her time snowboarding, going back to fun tricks from her childhood, and reiterating her identity outside of her scores. The new approach has allowed Kim to enjoy competitions and maintain a healthy relationship with her success as she eyes a third Olympic gold.

What snowboard brand and gear does Chloe Kim use?

Kim famously reps Roxy brand equipment on the snow after signing with the all-woman snowboarding sponsor in 2019. Since partnering with the brand, Kim was able to utilize her interest in fashion to launch her own snowboarding apparel line. 

How many followers does Chloe Kim have on Instagram?

Kim has 1 million followers on Instagram, where she regularly posts content relating to her snowboarding, travel, and fashion interests along with behind-the-scenes looks at her life.

Has Chloe Kim been featured in any popular media?

Kim has been part of numerous media features over the course of her career. She was a semifinalist on the reality singing competition “The Masked Singer,” has lent her voice to a Scooby-Doo episode, cameoed in an episode of “Sesame Street” and the 2019 film “Charlie’s Angels,” and made an appearance in the “Girls Like You” music video for Maroon 5, among other adventures.

What are Chloe Kim’s hobbies outside of snowboarding?

Kim has several hobbies outside of snowboarding, most notably her interest in the world of fashion. Along with her signature clothing line with Roxy, Kim has partnered with eBay and Vogue on the “Eternal Eras of Fashion” campaign, putting together a collection of stylish, vintage looks. She also enjoys shopping and spending time with her friends and going to the beach.

What are some fun facts about Chloe Kim’s life and career?

• Kim studied at Princeton University during the 2019-20 academic year. During the pandemic, she took a leave of absence and returned to competition
• Kim has adopted the motto “Name it to tame it” going into the 2026 Winter Games, using the phrase to describe her new outlook on anxiety and mental health
• South Korea’s Gaon Choi credits Chloe Kim as a mentor and inspiration. In 2023, during Kim’s break from competition, Choi, then 14 years old, broke Kim’s record as the youngest X Games snowboard halfpipe champion.
• Kim loves snacks. All the snacks, all the time.

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