Natalie Coughlin is a renowned American swimmer born on August 23, 1982. She has won a total of 12 Olympic medals, making her one of the most decorated female swimmers in history. Coughlin started swimming at a young age and quickly rose to fame in the competitive swimming world. Throughout her career, she has broken numerous world records and won multiple gold medals at the Olympics and World Championships. Coughlin's success is attributed to her hard work, dedication, and natural talent in the pool. Apart from her athletic achievements, she is also known for her philanthropy work and advocacy for healthy living.