Where is Jessie Diggins from?

Jessie Diggins is from Afton, MN.

How old is Jessie Diggins in 2026?

Diggins' birthday is Aug. 16, 1991, and she will be 34 years old in 2026.

When did Jessie Diggins start cross-country skiing?

Diggins started skiing before she could walk thanks to her parents who always were enjoying the outdoors during her childhood.

How did Jessie Diggins rise to fame in U.S. skiing?

Diggins made history at the 2018 Olympic Games. She, alongside teammate Kikkan Randall, won the first-ever cross-country skiing gold medal for Team USA in the women's team sprint in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

Did Jessie Diggins win gold at the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics?

Yes, Diggins won gold at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang in the women's team sprint freestyle event, alongside teammate Kikkan Randall.

What events does Jessie Diggins compete in?

Diggins is expected to compete in all six cross-country skiing events at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games:

• Skiathlon (10km + 10 km) [Feb. 7]
• Individual Sprint (Classical) [Feb. 10]
• 10km (Freestyle) [Feb. 12]
• 4x7.5km Relay [Feb. 14]
• Team Sprint (Freestyle) [Feb. 18]
• 50km (Classical) [Feb. 22]

How tall is Jessie Diggins?

Diggins is 5 feet 4 inches tall.

What is Jessie Diggins’ career timeline in cross-country skiing?

Diggins was added to the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team in 2011 and made her World Cup debut in the same year. She's competed in the 2014, 2018 and 2022 Olympic Games and she's won a medal in every color, including the first-ever gold for the U.S. in the sport. Now, Diggins is the most decorated U.S. cross-country skier of all time.

How many Olympic medals has Jessie Diggins won?

Diggins has earned three Olympic medals. She won gold at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang in the women's team sprint freestyle event. At the 2022 Beijing Games, she took home silver in the women's 30km freestyle event and bronze in the women's sprint freestyle event.

How did Jessie Diggins perform at the 2018 PyeongChang, 2022 Beijing, and 2014 Sochi Olympics?

Diggins won gold at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang in the women's team sprint freestyle event. At the 2022 Beijing Games, she took home silver in the women's 30km freestyle event and bronze in the women's sprint freestyle event. She competed at the 2014 Sochi Olympics but did not earn a medal.

How many world championship medals has Jessie Diggins earned?

Diggins has earned seven world championship medals: two gold, three silver and two bronze.

What are Jessie Diggins’ biggest World Cup wins?

Diggins was the overall World Cup champion in 2021, 2023 and 2025.

What makes Jessie Diggins one of the best U.S. cross-country skiers ever?

Diggins is a three-time Olympic medalist and the most decorated U.S. cross-country skier of all time. Her commitment to training has raised the bar for not only herself but for cross-country skiing in the U.S.. She's also proven her resiliency time and time again when it comes to her physical and mental health. Finally, she serves as a constant role model to help her teammates.

How does Jessie Diggins compare to Kikkan Randall and other American skiing legends?

Diggins and Randall teamed up to bring the U.S. its first gold medal ever in cross-country skiing. The duo raced to an Olympic title in the women's team sprint event in Pyeongchang, South Korea at the 2018 Games. Randall helped put cross-country skiing on the map and is a member of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame after competing in five Olympic Games. Like Randall, Diggins is a trailblazer in the sport, and they both have helped bring cross-country skiing into the mainstream conversation in the U.S. 

Will Jessie Diggins compete at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics?

Yes, Diggins is expected to compete at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. The official Olympic roster is expected to be announced on Jan. 20, 2026.

Could Jessie Diggins win another Olympic medal in 2026?

Diggins is expected to compete for gold in the 10km freestyle. She's also predicted to be a podium contender in skiathlon.

How is Jessie Diggins performing in the 2025–26 World Cup season?

The 2025-26 World Cup season begins Nov. 28, 2025.

Did Jessie Diggins win the 2024-25 FIS Cross-Country World Cup?

Yes, Diggins won the 2025 FIS World Cup Crystal Globes for distance and overall. The award is given to the winner of the FIS World Cup.

What Olympic qualifiers will Jessie Diggins compete in?

Diggins will compete in the entire 2025–26 FIS Cross-Country World Cup season.

What are Jessie Diggins’ biggest career highlights in cross-country skiing?

Diggins has many career highlights which include becoming the first non-European to win cross-country skiing's Tour de Ski during the 2020-21 season, winning the first-ever gold medal in cross-country skiing for Team USA in 2018 and winning the Crystal Globe three times as the overall champion for the FIS World Cup season.

How many Olympic medals has Jessie Diggins won for Team USA?

Diggins has won three Olympic medals for Team USA.

What historic moments has Jessie Diggins achieved (like the 2018 team sprint gold)?

Diggins won the first-ever gold medal in cross-country skiing for Team USA. She and teammate Kikkan Randall raced to an Olympic title in the women's team sprint event in Pyeongchang, South Korea at the 2018 Olympic Games. Diggins has won the overall Crystal Globe three times and remains the only non-European to win the Globe in the sport's history, the award is given to the overall champion for the FIS World Cup season.

What international titles has Jessie Diggins earned in world championships and World Cup races?

Diggins won the overall FIS World Cup title in 2021, 2023 and 2025. She also has earned seven world championship medals: two gold, three silver and two bronze.

How does Jessie Diggins rank in FIS World Cup standings?

Diggins was ranked first overall in FIS World Cup standings for the 2024-25 season and won the 2025 FIS World Cup Crystal Globes for distance and overall.

Where does Jessie Diggins train?

Diggins primarily trains in Stratton, VT.

What ski brand and gear does Jessie Diggins use?

Diggins has partnered with Salomon since 2010 for her training and competition ski equipment.

How many followers does Jessie Diggins have on Instagram?

Diggins currently has 243,000 followers on Instagram.

What are Jessie Diggins’ hobbies outside of skiing?

Diggins enjoys hiking, camping, running, swimming, gardening, and cooking outside of skiing. She's also a fierce advocate for climate change and eating disorder awareness.

Has Jessie Diggins written any books or been featured in documentaries?

Diggins wrote "Brave Enough" about the ups and downs of her journey to becoming an Olympic gold medalist.

What are some fun facts about Jessie Diggins’ skiing journey and personality?

Diggins is an incredible role model on and off the snow for her teammates. She's inspired a whole new generation of cross-country skiers to make the sport their profession. She also encourages her teammates to find what they're passionate about outside skiing. Diggins and teammate Gus Schumacher both are members of the Protect Our Winters Athlete Alliance.