Ian Thorpe Australian athlete Ian Thorpe was BOTD in 1982. Born in Sydney, he began swimming competitively as a child, though his progress was sidelined by a chlorine allergy. Six feet tall by age 14, he beca…

Australian swimmer Ian Thorpe, the multi gold medal-winning star of the 2000 Sydney Olympics, was BOTD in 1982, turning 43 today. He came out, awkwardly, in a TV interview in 2014, though better late than never. #ianthorpe #bornonthisday #thorpedo

Met a hero. Was not disappointed. #Thorpedo

Yes! "@Papa_Was_ARodeo: Hwy 29 4eva! @chasemathey: I always forget how much I miss WI until I'm back. #thorpedo #ribmountain #lambeau"