Updated Feb 16, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Birthplace
Height
189 cm (6'2")
Nationality
Weight
80 kg (176 lbs)
Sport
Competitive Swimming
Languages
English
Children
1 child: Ashton Baumann
Education
Laurentian University, Sudbury Secondary School, University of Queensland
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
龙 Dragon
Name Origin
English < Latin < Ancient Greek (Ἀλέξανδρος)
Popularity
Tier D -- 730 Wikipedia views/month
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Alex Baumann: Canadian swimmer, Olympic gold medallist, former world record-holder.
Born in Prague (age 62).
5 awards including Canada's Sports Hall of Fame.
Stands 6′2″ tall.
Studied at Laurentian University.
AWARDS (5)
B
Canada's Sports Hall of Fame
WON
B
International Swimming Hall of Fame
WON
B
Officer of the Order of Canada
WON
B
Ontario Sports Hall of Fame
WON
Biography
Alexander Baumann, is a Canadian sports administrator and former competitive swimmer who won two gold medals and set two world records at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. In 2007, he was regarded by the CBC, the national broadcaster, as "the greatest swimmer in Canadian history", as the twin Olympic gold medals were Canada's first in swimming since 1912.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Alex Baumann?
Alex Baumann is 62 years old, born on .
Where was Alex Baumann born?
Alex Baumann was born in Prague.
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