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How Olympic gymnast McKayla Maroney went from athlete to Instagram star

Jul 22, 2016, 04:41 IST

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During the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, the five young gymnasts that made up the US women's gymnastics team were dubbed the "Fierce Five," a nod to the 1996 team called the "Magnificent Seven." 

Members of the team all made the headlines. Gabby Douglass for becoming the first African-American to win the women's individual all-around gold medal; Aly Raisman for her powerful floor routine that won her gold; and McKayla Maroney for her perfect vault as well as a photo of her on the podium that launched her into viral meme stardom.

And now, Maroney has made a name for herself outside of the sport. The California native has one million followers on Instagram and is working on launching an entirely new career. Keep reading to see the new grown-up Maroney.

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