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Kim Gallagher

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Kim Gallagher

USAUSAWomen
Birth dateJun 11, 1964
BirthplacePhiladelphia, United States
Height1.65 m
Weight47 kg

Kimberly Ann "Kim" Gallagher (June 11, 1964 – November 18, 2002) was an American middle-distance runner who won a silver and a bronze medal at the 1984 and 1988 Olympics. Known for competitive achievements and athletic excellence.

Throughout their competitive career, they maintained exceptional standards in track and field athletics.

Their dedication to the sport exemplified the highest ideals of athletic competition and personal achievement.

Key facts
800 m
1:56.91
#80 all-time
1500 m
4:03.29
#357 all-time
1989 season best
4:17.86
May 13, 1989 · Fairfax, VA (USA)
Medals
Olympic Games: 1 silver, 1 bronze
Age
62 years old

As of Oct 1, 2026: 800 m 1:56.91 (#80 all-time), 1500 m 4:03.29 (#357 all-time), 1989 season best 4:17.86 (May 13, 1989, Fairfax, VA (USA)) · Olympic Games: 1 silver, 1 bronze · 62 years old

PB

Personal bests

1:56.91
#80 all-time
4:03.29
#357 all-time
🏅

Medals

🥇🥈🥉Total
Olympic Games-112

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1989
1500m
4:17.86-May 13, 1989
↓
Fairfax, VA (USA)
1988
800m
1:56.91-Sep 26, 1988
↑
Olympic Stadium, Seoul (KOR)
1988
1500m
4:03.29-Sep 3, 1988
↓
Los Angeles, CA (USA)
1986
800m
2:03.43-Aug 11, 1986
↑
Budapest (HUN)
1984
800m
1:58.50-Jun 19, 1984
↑
Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA (USA)
1982
800m
2:00.07-Jul 24, 1982
↑
Indianapolis, IN (USA)

1989

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1500m
4:17.86-May 13Fairfax, VA

1988

16 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
800m
1:58.71-Oct 8Tokyo
1500m
4:16.25-Oct 1The XXIV Olympic Games
1500m
4:07.22-Sep 29The XXIV Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Seoul
800m
1:56.91-Sep 26The XXIV Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Seoul
800m
1:57.39-Sep 25The XXIV Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Seoul
800m
2:01.70-Sep 24The XXIV Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Seoul
1500m
4:03.29-Sep 3Los Angeles, CA
800m
1:58.85-Aug 17Weltklasse Zürich, Letzigrund, Zürich
1500m
4:06.14-Aug 2Monaco
800m
2:01.83-Jul 30Caorle
1500m
4:05.41-Jul 27Verona Golden Gala, Verona
1500m
4:05.41-Jul 23Indianapolis US Olympic Trials, Indianapolis, IN
800m
1:58.01-Jul 18Indianapolis US Olympic Trials, Indianapolis, IN
800m
2:00.58-Jun 25San Diego, CA
1500m
4:13.63-Jun 5Westwood, CA
800m
2:02.00-May 7Modesto, CA

1986

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
800m
2:03.43-Aug 11Budapest

1984

6 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
800m
2:02.04-Aug 31Roma Golden Gala, Roma
800m
2:01.29-Aug 20Budapest GP, Budapest
800m
1:58.63-Aug 6The XXIII Olympic Games
800m
2:00.48-Aug 4The XXIII Olympic Games, Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA
800m
2:00.37-Aug 3The XXIII Olympic Games, Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA
800m
1:58.50-Jun 19-

1982

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
800m
2:00.07-Jul 24Indianapolis, IN

Honours

🥉

The XXIV Olympic Games

800 Metres

1988
🥈

The XXIII Olympic Games

800 Metres

1984
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Kim Gallagher's 800 m personal best?

Kim Gallagher's 800 m personal best is 1:56.91, set on Sep 26, 1988 in Olympic Stadium, Seoul (KOR), #80 on the all-time list.

Which events does Kim Gallagher compete in?

Kim Gallagher competes in the 800 m and 1500 m.

How did Kim Gallagher perform in 1989?

1989 season best: 4:17.86, set on May 13, 1989 in Fairfax, VA (USA).

How many medals has Kim Gallagher won?

Kim Gallagher has won 2 Olympic Games medals.