Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Friday)
Died
Birthplace
Height
175 cm (5'9")
Nationality
Weight
63 kg (139 lbs)
Sport
Athletics
Spouse
Jan Blankers
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
马 Horse
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DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Fanny Blankers-Koen: Dutch athlete, winner of four gold medals at the 1948 London Olympics (1918–2004).
Born in Baarn (died at age 85).
3 awards including Associated Press Athlete of the Year.
Stands 5′9″ tall.
Fanny Blankers-Koen has 1 credits in our database.
Filmography (1)
AWARDS (3)
B
Associated Press Athlete of the Year
WON
B
Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau
WON
B
Silver Olympic Order
WON
Biography
Francina Elsje "Fanny" Blankers-Koen was a Dutch track and field athlete, best known for winning four gold medals at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London. She competed there as a 30-year-old mother of two, earning her the nickname "the Flying Housewife", and was the most successful athlete at the event.
Connections (1)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Fanny Blankers-Koen?
Fanny Blankers-Koen was born on and passed away on at the age of 85.
Where was Fanny Blankers-Koen born?
Fanny Blankers-Koen was born in Baarn.
What movies or shows has Fanny Blankers-Koen been in?
Fanny Blankers-Koen has 1 credits in our database. Notable titles include XIV Olympiad: The Glory of Sport (1948).
Where can I find more information about Fanny Blankers-Koen?
You can find more about Fanny Blankers-Koen on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
