Missy Franklin is known worldwide for her talent as a swimmer. But what awards did he receive? Where did she grow up? And how has your life changed after the Olympics? Most people care about who they are as an athlete and as an Olympic medalist. But the real question is... Who are you as a person and as an ordinary (well, almost ordinary) high school student? To get to the Olympics an athlete must have grit, and Missy Franklin has it. Missy didn't give up and grew up to become one of the best swimmers in the world. First of all, Missy Franklin grew up in Centennial, Colorado and was raised by Dick and District Attorney Franklin. She was born on May 10 in Pasadena, California. Missy's full name is Melissa Jeanette Franklin. His father; Dick is a business executive and his district attorney mother is a doctor. Her nickname is Missy the Missile and her father gave her that nickname. Missy started swimming at the age of five. Missy's mother is afraid of swimming, so she took her to swimming lessons at a young age, so Missy wouldn't grow up with the same fear. When Missy was 13 she competed ...