If there’s anything that the two-time Olympic gold medalist Mikaela Shiffrin has earned well, it’s the love of the fans. Be it in the Beijing Winter Olympics or yesterday’s giant slalom race in the FIS Ski World Cup. Fans always show wholehearted support for Mikaela, even when her performance sometimes dwindles. Mikaela [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-853820734.jpg]PARK CITY, UT – SEPTEMBER 25: Alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin poses for a portrait during the Team USA Media Summit ahead of the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games on September 25, 2017 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) There is a constant competition to go on between the world number Mikaela Shiffrin and the Beijing Olympic gold medalist Petra Vlhova to be at the top of the standings. However, both the players received an enormous setback when neither of them could make it to the podium during the giant slalom event yesterday. MIKAELA SHIFFRIN RECEIVED BIRTHDAY WISHES FROM AROUND THE WORLD As the American skier celebrates her 27th birthday today, fans all around the world are wishing Mikaela Shiffrin on her special day. A Mikaela Shiffrin fan page on Twitter has shared a video in which fans from different parts of the world are wishing her a happy birthday in different languages. Mikaela was born on March 13, 1995, in Vail Colorado, USA. Her father encouraged her to pursue skiing at a very young age and the rest was history. MIKAELA SHIFFRIN AND PETRA VLHOVA BOTH MISSED THE PODIUM In the Mikaela vs Petra battle to be at the top of the world cup rankings, the Austrian skier Katharina Liensberger clenched the victory. In fact, both of them couldn’t finish at the podium during yesterday’s giant slalom event in Sweden. READ MORE– World Number 14 Causes Huge Upset to Mikaela Shiffrin and Rival Petra Vlhova in World Cup Slalom Race [https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-skiing-world-number-14-causes-huge-upset-to-mikaela-shiffrin-and-rival-petra-vlhova-in-world-cup-slalom-race/] While Petra finished fourth, Mikaela was way behind her at ninth position. This means the fight for the world cup ranking is still on. [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/R-2-1-3.jpg] There are four more races left in the FIS Ski World Cup to be held in France. Apart from the first super-G event, Mikaela has had an average performance in the rest of the races. However, she still leads the world cup ranking against her Slovakian rival Petra Vlhova. WATCH THIS STORY–Nathan Chen, unsure about his future in figure skating opens up on Russian controversy at Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/us-sports-news-nathan-chen-unsure-about-his-future-in-figure-skating-opens-up-on-russian-controversy-at-beijing-winter-olympics-2022/] 

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Mikaela Shiffrin In 2024: Net Worth, Salary &amp; Endorsements</h2>
[caption id="attachment_924821" align="alignnone" width="473"]<img class="size-medium wp-image-924821" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1369461146-473x315.jpg" alt="Mikaela Shiffrin" width="473" height="315" /> YANQING, CHINA - FEBRUARY 09: Mikaela Shiffrin of Team United States reacts prior to the Women's Slalom Run 1 on day five of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games at National Alpine Ski Centre on February 09, 2022 in Yanqing, China. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2 style="text-align: left">How much is Mikaela Shiffrinâ€™s Net Worth in 2024? Know the answer</h2>
Olympic gold medal holder Mikaela Shiffrin has officially cemented her status as the greatest skier in history. After winning her 87th Alpine skiing World Cup race, she broke Ingemar Stenmark's record, which was 86, in March 2023. Shiffrin's net worth subsequently saw an increase and is estimated by Celebrity Net Worth to be $3 million.
Shiffrin's 53 World Cup victories added a substantial amount to her total prize money, which is currently a remarkable $1.04 million. Her status as the sport's record holder was strengthened by her achievement, which created a new turning point in the Alpine World Cup's history.
Shiffrin's first biggest income came during the 2018-19 season when she won the women's overall World Cup championship, which she still holds. That season, her earnings reached $958,000. Interestingly, there's a profound story that lies behind the most successful alpine skier. She also makes a lot of money thanks to big deals with Atomic and Barilla. Other partners include Adidas, Oakley, Usana, Longines, Visa, and Reusch.

<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Where was she born? Know about her early life, parents, and more </h2>
Born to Eileen and Jeff Shiffrin on March 13, 1995, Shiffrin was brought up in Vail, Colorado. Her skiing roots came from her father who was a skier himself when he was young. He raced for Dartmouth College in New Hampshire. Having an elder brother who attended Burke Mountain Academy in northeastern Vermont, she very much stole the limelight even when she was young.
At the age of 14, she won her first titles at the Topolino Games in Italy for both the slalom and GS. She continued her success by winning the slalom bronze medal at the FIS Junior World Ski Championships held in Switzerland. From there, her career skyrocketed to far greater heights.
Mikaela Shiffrin's father Jeff Shiffrin was an anesthesiologist whereas her mother Eileen was once an ICU nurse. Shiffrin's parents, too, were skiing enthusiasts and had bonded over their shared love for the sport. When their children were born, they passed it down to them as well. Shiffrin has an older brother named Taylor Shiffrin. These two siblings were born just 2.5 years apart.

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Though Taylor did not compete at the Olympic level like his sister, he did ski during his college days at the University of Denver. He was a part of the NCAA Championship team twice, in 2014 and 2016 respectively. As the siblings trained together, they have "friendly sibling rivalry" and bring out the best in each other. But unlike his sister, Taylor made his career in the tech industry. However, even in the tech world, some of his projects revolve around the snow world.
Mikaela's family is the backbone of her career. Her skier parents had started training the siblings when Mikaela was still a toddler. They had even formulated a training plan for the kids. When Mikaela started competing professionally, which required a lot of traveling, Eileen put her nursing career to rest. Eileen traveled with the rising talent as one of her coaches. With her dedication and overall family support, Mikaela is now a world-class skier.

<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Mikaela Shiffrin skiing career so far: A look into her success on the ice</h2>
At the start of her career, Shiffrin achieved a string of remarkable triumphs, starting at the astonishingly young age of 16. She made headlines when she won her first slalom championship at the US National Championships in Winter Park, Colorado, becoming the sport's youngest champion ever. Then, in December 2012, she achieved her first World Cup victory in Sweden, which was her breakout moment. But Shiffrin's real breakthrough came in 2014, when she won the gold medal at the Winter Olympics in Sochi, sealing her place in Olympic history as the youngest slalom winner ever.
Shiffrin's versatility was obvious when she won a flurry of gold at the World Championships. She particularly excelled in events in Beaver Creek, St. Moritz, Are, and Cortina d'Ampezzo, solidifying her place among the sport's top athletes. Her most notable accomplishment in the giant slalom came at the Olympics, where she won the highly sought-after gold medal.
Shiffrin displayed remarkable skill in the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, winning both the gold and the silver in the slalom and the combined events, establishing herself as one of the world's best slalom competitors. Shiffrin won her fourth World Cup championship in 2022 with a relatively modest five victories, but even with her incredible achievements.
In the following season, Shiffrin came back in full form and <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-olympics-news-alpine-skiing-news-respect-and-admiration-sports-world-bows-down-to-american-skiing-champ-mikaela-shiffrin-as-she-makes-history/" target="_self" rel="noopener">etched her name in history.</a> At 28, she cemented her standing as a skiing G.O.A.T by winning the overall and slalom titles with unmatched grace, and by securing the giant slalom crystal globe. Her 14th World Cup victory was a perfect end to a year with her World Cup surpassing Stenmark (86) and former compatriot Lindsey Vonn (82).
Meanwhile, Shiffrin has kicked off the year 2024 on a great note by securing her 95th World Cup win and achieving a milestone 150th career podium with a victorious slalom performance in Jasna, Slovakia. She now has nine more World Cup wins than Stenmark's previous best mark. Shiffrin achieved the feat by beatingÂ Croatia's Zrinka Ljutic by just 0.14 seconds.

<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">A star skier: An insight into Mikaela Shiffrinâ€™s awards and achievements </h2>
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 	<li>Flachau- FIS World Cup win- Slalom (2024)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Meribel- World Championships- Giant Slalom Gold Medal (2023)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">One of TIME's 100 Most Influential People in 2023 in the 'Pioneer' category</li>
 	<li>ESPY for â€œBest Athlete â€“ Womenâ€™s Sports</li>
 	<li>Cortina d'Ampezzo- World Championships- Combined Gold Medal (2021)</li>
 	<li>Are- World Championships?Super-G Gold Medal (2019)</li>
 	<li>Are- World Championships Slalom Gold Medal (2019)</li>
 	<li>Pyeongchang- Olympic Games Giant Slalom Gold Medal (2018)</li>
 	<li>St. Moritz- World Championships Giant Slalom Gold Medal (2017)</li>
 	<li>St. Moritz - World Championships Slalom Gold Medal (2017)</li>
 	<li class="jsx-1942bf53bf64336">Beaver Creek - World Championships Slalom Gold Medal (2015)</li>
 	<li>Sochi - Olympic Games Slalom Gold Medal (2014)</li>
 	<li>Schladming - World Championships Slalom Gold Medal (2013)</li>
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</ul>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Who is she in a relationship with? Know all about her partner</h2>
Mikaela's romantic ski story adds an intriguing twist to the captivating story of the Shiffrin family's skiing heritage. Presently intertwined with Norwegian skier Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, their story spins a web of fortuitous meetings and unwavering friendship.
When they first saw each other in 2017, Shiffrin turned down Klide's overtures. However, destiny had other ideas, and their relationship became stronger over time, especially during a devastating period in Shiffrin's life in 2020.
<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-2543811" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Mikaela-Shiffrin-and-Aleksander-Kilde-315x315.jpg" alt="" width="315" height="315" />
During the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, their relationship developed into a partnership of mutual support. Further, the moments of excitement experienced by both of them were lovingly documented on their social media profiles. Their shared trip has evolved into an enthralling show for fans across the world, from the glitz and glamour of the ESPY Awards to fun adventures under the Hawaiian sun in Maui. Meanwhile, Kilde's career path in skiing demonstrated his tenacity.
A remarkable World Cup overall win in 2019/2020 marked notable accomplishments for him. Throughout the 2021-2022 season, he showcased unwavering consistency amid the rollercoaster of victories and setbacks. With an impressive record of wins and an array of podium finishes, he and his partner, forming the dynamic power couple of alpine skiing, consistently captivate audiences with their compelling narrative both on and off the slopes.

<h2 style="text-align: center">A beautiful message: Mikaela Shiffrinâ€™s tribute for her late father</h2>
Mikaela Shiffrin lost her father Jeff Shiffrin on February 2, 2022. The unfortunate incident happened after an accidental fall at home. The exact cause of death was a head injury but how that transpired was never revealed to the public. However, the world saw how the loss impacted the skiing champion. Reportedly, Shiffrin "couldn't even get out of bed" and even "contemplated quitting" her career. Shiffrin took some time off from the sport to focus on healing from the loss.

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During this time, she picked up music and learned to play the guitar. With the help of her mother, she created a song that she dedicated to her late father. In the song, she reflected on her father's teaching, reminisced about their good times together, and spoke about the anxiety she felt waiting in the hospital as his life slowly slipped away. As she returned to the sport, she carried the memory of her father along with her.
During her most recent win, Shiffrin was seen flaunting a <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-alpine-skiing-news-olympics-news-mini-pendant-narrates-teary-eyed-tale-of-mikaela-shiffrin-remembering-late-father-after-grand-victory/" target="_self" rel="noopener">heart-shaped pendant</a> next to her medal. Upon closer look, it was revealed that the pendant contained two photos of her late father. In a remembrance post, Shiffrin hoped her father got the best view of her performances.

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<td style="height: 56px">Name</td>
<td style="height: 56px">Mikaela Shiffrin</td>
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<td style="height: 34px">Born</td>
<td style="height: 34px">March 13, 1995</td>
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<td style="height: 56px">Place of Birth</td>
<td style="height: 56px">Vail, Colorado, United States</td>
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<td style="height: 56px">Nationality</td>
<td style="height: 56px">American</td>
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<td style="height: 56px">Education</td>
<td style="height: 56px">Burke Mountain Academy</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 56px">
<td style="height: 56px">Parents</td>
<td style="height: 56px">Jeff Shiffrin, Eileen Shiffrin</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 56px">
<td style="height: 56px">Partner</td>
<td style="height: 56px">Aleksander Kilde</td>
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<tr style="height: 56px">
<td style="height: 56px">Height</td>
<td style="height: 56px">5â€™7â€™</td>
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<tr style="height: 56px">
<td style="height: 56px">Weight</td>
<td style="height: 56px">140 lbs</td>
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<tr style="height: 56px">
<td style="height: 56px">Social Media</td>
<td style="height: 56px"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikaelashiffrin">Instagram</a>; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MikaelaShiffrin">Facebook</a>; <a href="https://twitter.com/MikaelaShiffrin">Twitter</a>; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mikaelashiffrin">Youtube</a></td>
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Mikaela Shiffrin

Mikaela Shiffrin In 2024: Net Worth, Salary &amp; Endorsements YANQING, CHINA &#8211; FEBRUARY 09: Mikaela Shiffrin of Team United States reacts prior to the Women&#8217;s Slalom Run 1 on day five of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games at National Alpine Ski Centre on February 09, 2022 in Yanqing, China. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) How much is Mikaela Shiffrinâ€™s Net Worth in 2024? Know the answer Olympic gold medal holder Mikaela Shiffrin has officially cemented her status as the greatest skier in history. After winning her 87th Alpine skiing World Cup race, she broke Ingemar Stenmark&#8217;s record, which was 86, in March 2023. Shiffrin&#8217;s net worth subsequently saw an increase and is estimated by Celebrity Net Worth to be $3 million. Shiffrin&#8217;s 53 World Cup victories added a substantial amount to her total prize money, which is currently a remarkable $1.04 million. Her status as the sport&#8217;s record holder was strengthened by her achievement, which created a new turning point in the Alpine World Cup&#8217;s history. Shiffrin&#8217;s first biggest income came during the 2018-19 season when she won the women&#8217;s overall World Cup championship, which she still holds. That season, her earnings reached $958,000. Interestingly, there&#8217;s a profound story that lies behind the most successful alpine skier. She also makes a lot of money thanks to big deals with Atomic and Barilla. Other partners include Adidas, Oakley, Usana, Longines, Visa, and Reusch. Where was she born? Know about her early life, parents, and more Born to Eileen and Jeff Shiffrin on March 13, 1995, Shiffrin was brought up in Vail, Colorado. Her skiing roots came from her father who was a skier himself when he was young. He raced for Dartmouth College in New Hampshire. Having an elder brother who attended Burke Mountain Academy in northeastern Vermont, she very much stole the limelight even when she was young. At the age of 14, she won her first titles at the Topolino Games in Italy for both the slalom and GS. She continued her success by winning the slalom bronze medal at the FIS Junior World Ski Championships held in Switzerland. From there, her career skyrocketed to far greater heights. Mikaela Shiffrin&#8217;s father Jeff Shiffrin was an anesthesiologist whereas her mother Eileen was once an ICU nurse. Shiffrin&#8217;s parents, too, were skiing enthusiasts and had bonded over their shared love for the sport. When their children were born, they passed it down to them as well. Shiffrin has an older brother named Taylor Shiffrin. These two siblings were born just 2.5 years apart. Though Taylor did not compete at the Olympic level like his sister, he did ski during his college days at the University of Denver. He was a part of the NCAA Championship team twice, in 2014 and 2016 respectively. As the siblings trained together, they have &#8220;friendly sibling rivalry&#8221; and bring out the best in each other. But unlike his sister, Taylor made his career in the tech industry. However, even in the tech world, some of his projects revolve around the snow world. Mikaela&#8217;s family is the backbone of her career. Her skier parents had started training the siblings when Mikaela was still a toddler. They had even formulated a training plan for the kids. When Mikaela started competing professionally, which required a lot of traveling, Eileen put her nursing career to rest. Eileen traveled with the rising talent as one of her coaches. With her dedication and overall family support, Mikaela is now a world-class skier. Mikaela Shiffrin skiing career so far: A look into her success on the ice At the start of her career, Shiffrin achieved a string of remarkable triumphs, starting at the astonishingly young age of 16. She made headlines when she won her first slalom championship at the US National Championships in Winter Park, Colorado, becoming the sport&#8217;s youngest champion ever. Then, in December 2012, she achieved her first World Cup victory in Sweden, which was her breakout moment. But Shiffrin&#8217;s real breakthrough came in 2014, when she won the gold medal at the Winter Olympics in Sochi, sealing her place in Olympic history as the youngest slalom winner ever. Shiffrin&#8217;s versatility was obvious when she won a flurry of gold at the World Championships. She particularly excelled in events in Beaver Creek, St. Moritz, Are, and Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo, solidifying her place among the sport&#8217;s top athletes. Her most notable accomplishment in the giant slalom came at the Olympics, where she won the highly sought-after gold medal. Shiffrin displayed remarkable skill in the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, winning both the gold and the silver in the slalom and the combined events, establishing herself as one of the world&#8217;s best slalom competitors. Shiffrin won her fourth World Cup championship in 2022 with a relatively modest five victories, but even with her incredible achievements. In the following season, Shiffrin came back in full form and etched her name in history. At 28, she cemented her standing as a skiing G.O.A.T by winning the overall and slalom titles with unmatched grace, and by securing the giant slalom crystal globe. Her 14th World Cup victory was a perfect end to a year with her World Cup surpassing Stenmark (86) and former compatriot Lindsey Vonn (82). Meanwhile, Shiffrin has kicked off the year 2024 on a great note by securing her 95th World Cup win and achieving a milestone 150th career podium with a victorious slalom performance in Jasna, Slovakia. She now has nine more World Cup wins than Stenmark&#8217;s previous best mark. Shiffrin achieved the feat by beatingÂ Croatia&#8217;s Zrinka Ljutic by just 0.14 seconds. A star skier: An insight into Mikaela Shiffrinâ€™s awards and achievements   Flachau- FIS World Cup win- Slalom (2024) Meribel- World Championships- Giant Slalom Gold Medal (2023) One of TIME&#8217;s 100 Most Influential People in 2023 in the &#8216;Pioneer&#8217; category ESPY for â€œBest Athlete â€“ Womenâ€™s Sports Cortina d&#8217;Ampezzo- World Championships- Combined Gold Medal (2021) Are- World Championships?Super-G Gold Medal (2019) Are- World Championships Slalom Gold Medal (2019) Pyeongchang- Olympic Games Giant Slalom Gold Medal (2018) St. Moritz- World Championships Giant Slalom Gold Medal (2017) St. Moritz &#8211; World Championships Slalom Gold Medal (2017) Beaver Creek &#8211; World Championships Slalom Gold Medal (2015) Sochi &#8211; Olympic Games Slalom Gold Medal (2014) Schladming &#8211; World Championships Slalom Gold Medal (2013)  Who is she in a relationship with? Know all about her partner Mikaela&#8217;s romantic ski story adds an intriguing twist to the captivating story of the Shiffrin family&#8217;s skiing heritage. Presently intertwined with Norwegian skier Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, their story spins a web of fortuitous meetings and unwavering friendship. When they first saw each other in 2017, Shiffrin turned down Klide&#8217;s overtures. However, destiny had other ideas, and their relationship became stronger over time, especially during a devastating period in Shiffrin&#8217;s life in 2020. During the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, their relationship developed into a partnership of mutual support. Further, the moments of excitement experienced by both of them were lovingly documented on their social media profiles. Their shared trip has evolved into an enthralling show for fans across the world, from the glitz and glamour of the ESPY Awards to fun adventures under the Hawaiian sun in Maui. Meanwhile, Kilde&#8217;s career path in skiing demonstrated his tenacity. A remarkable World Cup overall win in 2019/2020 marked notable accomplishments for him. Throughout the 2021-2022 season, he showcased unwavering consistency amid the rollercoaster of victories and setbacks. With an impressive record of wins and an array of podium finishes, he and his partner, forming the dynamic power couple of alpine skiing, consistently captivate audiences with their compelling narrative both on and off the slopes. A beautiful message: Mikaela Shiffrinâ€™s tribute for her late father Mikaela Shiffrin lost her father Jeff Shiffrin on February 2, 2022. The unfortunate incident happened after an accidental fall at home. The exact cause of death was a head injury but how that transpired was never revealed to the public. However, the world saw how the loss impacted the skiing champion. Reportedly, Shiffrin &#8220;couldn&#8217;t even get out of bed&#8221; and even &#8220;contemplated quitting&#8221; her career. Shiffrin took some time off from the sport to focus on healing from the loss. During this time, she picked up music and learned to play the guitar. With the help of her mother, she created a song that she dedicated to her late father. In the song, she reflected on her father&#8217;s teaching, reminisced about their good times together, and spoke about the anxiety she felt waiting in the hospital as his life slowly slipped away. As she returned to the sport, she carried the memory of her father along with her. During her most recent win, Shiffrin was seen flaunting a heart-shaped pendant next to her medal. Upon closer look, it was revealed that the pendant contained two photos of her late father. In a remembrance post, Shiffrin hoped her father got the best view of her performances.  Name Mikaela Shiffrin  Born March 13, 1995  Place of Birth Vail, Colorado, United States  Nationality American  Education Burke Mountain Academy  Parents Jeff Shiffrin, Eileen Shiffrin  Partner Aleksander Kilde  Height 5â€™7â€™  Weight 140 lbs  Social Media Instagram; Facebook; Twitter; Youtube

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