Jesse Owens

American track and field athlete (1913–1980) This article may require copy editing for spelling, grammar, style, cohesion, or tone. You can assist by editing it. (August 2026) (Learn how and when to remove this message) Jesse OwensOwens at the 1936 Summer Olympics, where he won four Olympic gold medalsPersonal informationNicknameThe Buckeye BulletBornJames Cleveland Owens(1913-09-12)September 12, 1913Oakville, Alabama, U.S.DiedMarch 31, 1980(1980-03-31) (aged 66)Tucson, Arizona, U.S.Resting placeOak Woods CemeteryHeight5 ft 11 in (180 cm)Weight165 lb (75 kg)Spouse M. Ruth Solomon ​(m. 1935)​SportSportTrack and fieldEventsSprint, Long jumpAchievements and titlesNational finals1933 USA Champs • 100m, 3rd • Long jump, 1st 1934 USA Indoors • Long jump, 1st 1934 USA Champs • 100m, 2nd • Long jump, 1st 1935 USA Indoors • 60m, 2nd • Long jump, 1st 1935 NCAAs • 100yd, 1st • 220yd, 1st • 220yd hurdles, 1st • Long jump, 1st 1935 USA Champs • 100m, 3rd • Long jump, 2nd 1936 NCAAs • 100m, 1st • 200m, 1st • 220yd hurdles, 1st • Long jump, 1st 1936 USA Champs • 100m, 1st • Long jump, 1st Personal bests60 yd: 6.09 (1935)100 yd: 9.3w (1936)100 m: 10.2 (1