U.S. Olympic swimmer earns ‘just enough’ to cover her rent: She’s turned to social media for more cash

U.S. athlete Daniella Ramirez during a press conference on day five of the Olympic Games in Paris. (Credit: Luke Hales—Getty Images)

With Olympians making headlines for some pretty outrageous prizes, it’s easy to believe that all medalists are set for life. However, not every champion’s career is paved with gold—just ask Daniella Ramirez.

Despite landing a coveted spot on the U.S. women’s synchronized swimming team and winning a silver medal for her country in the 2024 Paris Olympics, just months later Ramirez had to turn to a side hustle to pay the bills.