Robyn Perry
Lit the Olympic Flame in Calgary in 1988
About Robyn Perry
Born 1975. Robyn Perry is a Canadian.
Robyn Ainsworth (born Robyn Perry in 1975) is a former figure skater who lit the Olympic Flame, as a 12-year-old schoolgirl, in the opening ceremony for the 1988 Winter Olympics.
Biography On February 13, 1988, she was the final runner in the Olympic torch relay and was chosen to ignite the giant cauldron at McMahon Stadium, kicking off the Calgary Winter Olympics. Downhill skier Ken Read and speed skater Cathy Priestner handed off the torch to her.
In an interview with the 2010 Winter Olympics website, Perry stated that she had many amazing experiences because of this. Perry now directs We Care Home Health Services in North Calgary.
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Who is Robyn Perry?
lit the Olympic Flame in Calgary in 1988
When was Robyn Perry born?
Robyn Perry was born in 1975.
What nationality is Robyn Perry?
Robyn Perry is Canadian.
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