Nadia Comaneci Confirms What We Knew All Along

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  • @kantimakan4056
    @kantimakan4056 Рік тому +825

    I remember the 1976 Olympics so well because of the petite, pretty Nadia and her colossal achievements. She changed the gymnastic world and with her serious and unpretentious demeanour won the world’s heart. I am so glad that she is living a happy and fulfilled life.

    • @depaola63
      @depaola63 Рік тому +20

      I was 13 in that wonderful bicentennial year of 1976 and absolutely loved her ❤️⭐️

    • @andrewsmith8729
      @andrewsmith8729 Рік тому +12

      I remember watching her on TV the day she scored the perfect 10. What an amazing humanitarian she has become......

    • @chantalle7340
      @chantalle7340 Рік тому +12

      I too remember her scoring the perfect 10’s. I’m happy to hear that she’s achieved success as an adult.

    • @bunsw2070
      @bunsw2070 Рік тому +8

      TL;DR
      If anyone listened to the entire video and found out what it is we all knew, putting it in the comments would be appreciated.
      My best guess is that she was actually a dude. Or that the judging was rigged. Or she was secretly working for the American's. Or she is the reincarnation of a stunning and brave women form Borneo but because she'd survived by eating other humans, wanted to keep that secret. Or maybe she's a lesbian. Or maybe there is no secret but she has a book coming out and has to stir up interest. Or maybe her grandfather was a Nazi. Or a Rothschild. Or maybe she's an Eskimo. I wonder how she transformed herself into a black American gymnast and then back into her original self. Does that mean she's a shapeshifter? Or a Dominatrix? So many questions.

    • @jameslarosa2396
      @jameslarosa2396 Рік тому +15

      I don't want to diminish what Nadia did but it was Olga Korbut in the previous Olympics that opened America's eyes to women's gymnastics.

  • @maureencoyle666
    @maureencoyle666 Рік тому +106

    Nadia was anabsolute pleasure to watch back in the day. So happy to learn she has a good life now!!

  • @khaelamensha3624
    @khaelamensha3624 Рік тому +354

    My mom was a champion in gymnastics and a gym teacher. We watched the Olympics and she was stunned by the performance of Nadia. There was a before and after Nadia in gymnastics.

  • @susanjoyce-yq2mg
    @susanjoyce-yq2mg 9 місяців тому +17

    Before Nadia, there was Olga Korbut. She lit up the world. These two women captured my little gymnast's heart. They were my heroes.

  • @quasimotto8653
    @quasimotto8653 Рік тому +1449

    I'm American and I am VERY proud of Mary Lou Retton and Simone Biles and lots of other great gymnasts. But Nadia, for me, will always be the Queen of Gymnastics.

    • @terywetherlow7970
      @terywetherlow7970 Рік тому +44

      Olga Corbett, comes to my mind. Lol

    • @sandraoaks7887
      @sandraoaks7887 Рік тому +39

      I loved Nadia too. When I think of gymnastics her name is front & center 4 me.

    • @kayk2956
      @kayk2956 Рік тому

      I can’t stand Simone biles. She is very overrated because of her tumbling. When it comes to gymnastics there is a lot more to it. Simone biles is not good when it comes to to required dance skills. She should have spent her time taking more ballet and working with her choreographer. Instead she tumbled which is how she got higher scores. Simone is not a team player and a very selfish gymnast. I hope she retires soon so gymnastics can get back to the sport it used to be. For those of you who don’t agree with me take some time and watch gymnastics from the late 1990’s. It’s a much better sport when the gymnasts perfect their whole routine. Biles often can’t properly land her tumbling passes because she is not good enough to perfect them. Olga Korbut is also a bit overrated. She has a huge chip on her shoulder and thinks Nadia beat her because of government coverup. She failed to acknowledge her poor performances.

    • @donaldholderdoc2910
      @donaldholderdoc2910 Рік тому +40

      @@terywetherlow7970 Olga is a definite High Princess but Nadia will forever be the Undisputed Queen.

    • @zumbinis
      @zumbinis Рік тому +26

      @@terywetherlow7970 I enjoyed watching Olga, certainly. She did things on gymnastics apparatus that no one had done up to her time. But Nadia did even more unique and amazing things. They were both thrilling to watch.

  • @lizziesangi1602
    @lizziesangi1602 Рік тому +547

    This young woman set the world on fire!! She did more for gymnastics than any one single person and bolstered the confidence of American girls in the field. No one will ever forget her or watching her!!!

    • @jonothandoeser
      @jonothandoeser Рік тому +4

      Americans? She was trying to BEAT Americans!!

    • @vuksgitau
      @vuksgitau Рік тому +2

      @@jonothandoeser right?

    • @candygram4435
      @candygram4435 Рік тому +4

      @@jonothandoesernot even trying…doing it easily!

    • @What_I_Think_Happened
      @What_I_Think_Happened Рік тому +5

      Confidence? Nope. Eating disoreders and bad haircuts.

    • @jordrand7776
      @jordrand7776 Рік тому +13

      @@jonothandoeser Someone who is a high level athlete doesn't think about beating an opponent's country and hope to win for their own country. They live to beat anyone who competes against them in sports, or cards, or just about anything that can be a competition. Nadia appeared to be fiercely independent of Olympic norms in what a person could do or how they would perform before the crowds and how they would let their personality - or one that was really attractive to others, shine through. That is what inspired confidence building in others. They started believing they could express themselves in ways that showed their personality better and win. And so they did.

  • @lizturner267
    @lizturner267 9 місяців тому +53

    As a Canadian, saying Nadia mesmerized our country from the time of the Montreal Olympics is an understatement! The world was spellbound. To this day I go back and watch her performances in awe, so much pure talent and determination for one who was so young. I’m so glad she continues to be an icon.

    • @KenFullman
      @KenFullman 8 місяців тому

      As a Brit I still remember the 1976 Montreal Olympics because it's the time I fell under the spell of Nadia. Spellbound is exactly right. Ask me where any other olympics were held, I probably coundn't tell you. It wasn't just that she was in such perfect control at all times but she also seemed to have such a great personality that blazed through the screen.

    • @lmb1962
      @lmb1962 8 місяців тому

      I lived in Quebec in 1976. I was 13 y/o at the time. I remember being glued to the TV and watched everything she did. I honestly don't remember who the Canadian athletes were at the time, we all rooted for Nadia. I even remember for Halloween that year, the younger kids dressed as Nadia.

  • @abchappell01
    @abchappell01 Рік тому +260

    I remember watching her when she scored that perfect 😅”10”. We were all so very happy for her. I am so glad that she now lives freely and enjoys her life 😊

    • @wendigo53
      @wendigo53 Рік тому

      Fake news. I remember this. She got 1.0 across the board. Voting fraud.

    • @bubamaranovichok4901
      @bubamaranovichok4901 9 місяців тому +2

      The word freely is relative. Multiple injuries, some are severe, will hunt and hurt her all her life. And the word free you think it’s only existing in the US? She didn’t have a childhood like every top athletes do miss. And it’s not true at all that they are not recognized by that terrible communist regime. I personally know many top and Olympic athletes from different parts of the Earth including former communist countries. All have or had a home, some of them managed to have a mansion, cars others just dreamed about it and on the top all free. They didn’t have to work at all they were send to other countries as representatives of some bullshit agency. But one thing is true, they were watched closely by their countries also bullshit agencies. Her life was settled by the SU demise, so, she didn’t needed to tell lies after that time about atrocities happened to other Romanians if it happened at all. The terror came from their leader Mr Chauchesku and not from the Soviets. They were pampered like princesses by both the local and the foreign leaders and in the main time they lived like kings. Other prominent sportsman’s couldn’t reach the same height as she did and that is hidden by all the private trainings she did with that pedophile coach of her. Surprised? Don’t be! Almost all are! If they are males than it’s understandable, and if they are females, all of them are lesbians. It’s no wonder that in female sports the managers or coaches are lesbians especially in the US. And that I can’t call freedom, if they have to live their young years in fear of being violated. The problems are far fetched in the US and in the Western world. I’m sure that even she had some happy hours with other team members. It’s disgusting to sexualise sports including childrens but hey it’s a free country as most US citizens are saying and hurrying home to have happy times with their siblings and in worst cases with their mother. If that is freedom in your mind, sorry dude, but we are both on a different pages.

    • @frankdesantis8078
      @frankdesantis8078 8 місяців тому

      Rumania is not “free”? What is free?

    • @jordanxfile
      @jordanxfile 7 місяців тому

      @@bubamaranovichok4901 Please elaborate even more and educate us. And no, I am not being sarcastic. I remember watching her as a child, but that's it.

  • @Dana-op6ex
    @Dana-op6ex Рік тому +71

    She is an absolute stunning example of the class, dedication, and integrity of a high achieving woman. I can only add to all the accolades in the comments, all true that she brought and continues to bring the world much joy and inspiration. An amazing athlete, and extraordinary Human Being, Nadia Comaneci is truly a woman for all young girls (and old) to admire. Thank you for putting together this tribute.

  • @namesake-mx9nl
    @namesake-mx9nl Рік тому +108

    Deserves all the praise and accolades for changing gymnastics and inspiring so many people , amazing .

    • @jamesnoonan9302
      @jamesnoonan9302 Рік тому +1

      I see a story of her life basically, but I don’t see any confirmation of anything. I just wasted 13 minutes.

  • @congerthomas1812
    @congerthomas1812 Рік тому +50

    She prevailed and used it to help others, GOD BLESS !!

  • @ChrisMartinez-jm8kj
    @ChrisMartinez-jm8kj Рік тому +426

    I grew up watching Nadia all my life and she's more then what the story is told. She changed her country and she changed the world, one had to live in that time to see it unfold.

    • @sheilaholmes8455
      @sheilaholmes8455 Рік тому +6

      I lived in that time and I started out as an Olga Korbut fan. I loved her personality. Nadia was always a robot to me.

    • @kyssedbyfyre915
      @kyssedbyfyre915 Рік тому +6

      BOTH absolutely astonishing talents! Apples to oranges though if attempting to compare! I enjoy them both so much!

    • @senseipaans
      @senseipaans Рік тому +4

      Except for the sex scandals and molestation allegations. Yea. Poor woman.

    • @What_I_Think_Happened
      @What_I_Think_Happened Рік тому

      @@senseipaans Dating of dictators, eating disorders...

    • @luckent47
      @luckent47 Рік тому

      Romania is a free country, capitalism is marxist word

  • @eleanormay729
    @eleanormay729 Рік тому +90

    I remember watching her during the Olympics, she was amazing! This show tells me she is an amazing person all around. Love her.

  • @SteelToes
    @SteelToes Рік тому +47

    Haven't heard anything about her in decades... so happy she made a happy life for herself.

  • @matthewmcdermit8744
    @matthewmcdermit8744 Рік тому +63

    I was a young child when I watched her perform during the Olympics. She was extraordinary. Her routines were flawless. To this day, I still remember watching her and being so impressed.

  • @davidjames3126
    @davidjames3126 Рік тому +76

    I recall watching this dynamic gymnast when she scored the perfect score..an amazing athlete and person.

  • @grammy3g808.
    @grammy3g808. Рік тому +22

    She is one of a kind ... she is Admirable .... she is an amazing lady ...

  • @debbiemullen2574
    @debbiemullen2574 Рік тому +68

    I grew up in the 70's and she was huge! I'm happy for her and Bart, what a cool connection. I wouldn't recognize Nadia though, she looks completely different. Happy wishes to her and her family.

  • @kw1690
    @kw1690 Рік тому +44

    Nadia Was the best. No one compares to her.

  • @lzditalia
    @lzditalia Рік тому +28

    Amazing athlete and the best female gymnast to ever grace audiences. Totally in awe of this legend. Bless her.

  • @deniseoates7147
    @deniseoates7147 Рік тому +36

    Nadia brought major interest to gymnastic. She was the first that I noticed to actually enjoy her floor exercise and she knew how to feel the music which gave an unheard of performance. Before Nadia it seemed like the competition was just athletes going through the motions, but she open the door to self-expression with power and she showed the future gymnast this is how you do it, and that door been open ever since.

  • @bjgrayson6755
    @bjgrayson6755 Рік тому +22

    THE GOAT OF GYMNASTICS ❤❤❤❤….Her focus performing was mesmerizing. I watched her make history as a 6yr old in the United States🙌🏿💯🥰

  • @jackmorgan1052
    @jackmorgan1052 Рік тому +46

    I still remember her on the balance beam smiling behind her feet! From that point on I knew she was the best.

    • @JJGuccione
      @JJGuccione Рік тому +5

      I think that was Olga Korbut?????

    • @lili-marlenerose6402
      @lili-marlenerose6402 Рік тому +1

      Yes, it was, and that particular move was banned afterwards. Considers too extreme and dangerous. Olga Korbut changed the floor exercise back then that still reigns. She changed it from the more beautiful, classic style to one of cutesy moves and and completely different from the prior. Obviously, I prefer the older style. The Korbut style? I hope it goes back or into a new more classical style. I would love to see a gymnast bring it about! I dislike everyone doing that same cute style. It’s boring to me. I like the grace and beauty of the old style. Maybe some gymast(s) will come up with that again.
      Nadia was the best. I watched those Olympics in 1976 and remember everyone being so excited about and blown away by her. What a jewel she was, sparkling in spite of her serious demeanor. I’ll never forget her.
      It’s a shame her abuse didn’t get recognized back then!

  • @heatherr0420
    @heatherr0420 Рік тому +43

    It's so good to see that Nadia is living a happy wonderful life now, I remember when she first defected back in the late 80s, and I thought her mannerisms were kind of off. Hearing what happened to her after she defected because of the guy who helped her, it makes sense. A happy and blessed life for you Nadia

  • @patriciapalmer4215
    @patriciapalmer4215 Рік тому +195

    No one who watched her that day will EVER forget it. My entire family, a host of friends stunned into complete silence, mouths open gaping at the TV looking at each other what the hell was THAT ?!! numbers came up, us screaming, arms pumping,yelling was drowned out by all the neighbors ! That tiny girl arms spread to the sky is still emblazoned in my mind no matter how good anyone else is.

    • @retired_early
      @retired_early Рік тому +6

      I remember it well. Got goosebumps reading this :)

    • @cheesegreezy9860
      @cheesegreezy9860 Рік тому +1

      I watched, didn't scream,yell make a weirdo out myself or even remember it

    • @patriciapalmer4215
      @patriciapalmer4215 Рік тому +4

      @@cheesegreezy9860 That's too bad, for millions it was an awesome sight to behold and as I said, still a terrific memory of a little girl making history.

  • @amapola53
    @amapola53 Рік тому +16

    I will always remember Nadia Comaneci! She was awesome and made it look so easy!

  • @joeb4142
    @joeb4142 Рік тому +32

    I was at the Montreal Forum in 1976 and saw Nadia get her first 10.0. An unforgettable experience, an unparalleled athlete. All my love to Nadia, forever ❤

  • @donnamorgan2522
    @donnamorgan2522 Рік тому +30

    So thrilled Nadia’s life has become what she dreamed it could be-she so deserves happiness

  • @gingebrien2408
    @gingebrien2408 Рік тому +22

    Congratulations to Nadia. Here is hoping her life continues with health & happiness.

  • @tracyfox466
    @tracyfox466 Рік тому +44

    Awww! I have always loved Nadia!😍❤️
    I remember watching her for the very first time when she made her debut at that Olympics. I remember everyone was mesmerized and astonished at her athletic abilities, professionalism, her precision, and that cool calm demeanor that she exhibited throughout those Olympic Games. She was sheer perfection and rightfully deserved every gold medal she received.🏅
    She became the world’s sweetheart and it was difficult not to support her and root for her through every step of her journey as she was so adorable. I was so happy when she defected here to the U.S.
    I was even happier that she and Bart married and went on to open their own training program. She was truly an amazing gymnast and I wish her and her family all the happiness in the world.😊❤️🥰

  • @stefanruxandra1967
    @stefanruxandra1967 Рік тому +159

    Nadia is the best gymnast of all times. She was the first to reach perfection getting the first 10 in the world. She is a legend and very much respected in Romania❤

    • @motherofdragons3481
      @motherofdragons3481 Рік тому +5

      She will always be the trailblazer in gymnastics, the one and only!

    • @shychameleon
      @shychameleon Рік тому +6

      I’m more an Olga Korbut fan but I do appreciate Nadia.

    • @mteokay1246
      @mteokay1246 Рік тому +5

      She ain't the best of all times. Gymnastics has gotten harder and more complex since she last competed.

    • @latze74
      @latze74 Рік тому +7

      @@mteokay1246 Are u kidding? Half of the gymnastic elements from back then are not allowed in today's routines being considered "too dangerous". There are cushions to land on under the uneven bars, the beam or on the floor. It has become more athletic tho', I'll admit to that. Because, you know... the performance enhancemet products are indeed more complex and elaborate. That being said, I'm not saying she was the greatest, I'm just saying that the reason is definitely not the one you've stated.

    • @jonothandoeser
      @jonothandoeser Рік тому +3

      @@latze74 Not half. Just a few. And Nadia didn't do them anyway. Modern female gymnasts do far more difficult routines than back then,

  • @michaels3398
    @michaels3398 Рік тому +18

    She will always be the girl that changed the world of gymnastics. I was in love with her and still am .

  • @christinemason2938
    @christinemason2938 Рік тому +49

    Thank you for this update into her life now. What a fantastic role model!

    • @What_I_Think_Happened
      @What_I_Think_Happened Рік тому

      Not really. You have to ignore the dating of Ceaucescu and the eating disorders. More like a cautionary tale.

  • @charleyanne
    @charleyanne Рік тому +34

    I got into gymnastics because of Nadia. I was 6 yo & already in dance classes when I saw her perform at the '76 Olympics. I went on to do gymnastics until I was in my early 20's. I saw her perform for a tour after the Olympics in the 90's...I was in awe. Even though I was well more advanced than what she was doing, I knew her age & it was great that she was still able to perform at that stage in her life. She was very elegant & graceful in her performances during that tour.

    • @lizziesangi1602
      @lizziesangi1602 Рік тому +2

      "More advanced than Nadia Comaneci."

    • @auteurfiddler8706
      @auteurfiddler8706 Рік тому +1

      @@lizziesangi1602 Perhaps by the 1990's Nadia was down to a 9.75 or so due to being middle aged.

    • @Shilo2020
      @Shilo2020 Рік тому +2

      @@lizziesangi1602 Re-read what was written. She saw Nadia perform in the 90's. Twenty yrs or so after the Olympics.

  • @thetruth7046
    @thetruth7046 Рік тому +29

    Loved her so much that I named one of my twins after her, 28 years ago.

  • @jerryupchurch1131
    @jerryupchurch1131 Рік тому +185

    She didn't score a ten she scored seven tens. She is the goat greatest of all time in gymnastics male or female.

    • @errollleggo447
      @errollleggo447 Рік тому +10

      Yep she is the GOAT as they say now. I was just a kid when she was in the Montreal Olympics, but I still remember.

    • @ElizaDolittle
      @ElizaDolittle Рік тому +5

      the video does mention that she won 7 tens

    • @cherylmcnutt9905
      @cherylmcnutt9905 Рік тому +7

      Acronyms are written in all caps, like GOAT, not goat, which is a farm animal.

    • @raymondfrye5017
      @raymondfrye5017 Рік тому +4

      @@cherylmcnutt9905 Acronyms and abbreviations also require the use of periods after each upper-case letter.
      Regards

    • @chesshooligan1282
      @chesshooligan1282 Рік тому +1

      @@raymondfrye5017 Eeeeem, no.

  • @OdinX316
    @OdinX316 Рік тому +85

    As an American watching her perform, I wanted her to lose, but the Girl was just that good and was a perfect ten in several events!! I am glad she came here to the USA!!

  • @dangaines405
    @dangaines405 Рік тому +4

    Romanian born here! She is a great person and she changed gymnastics forever! Thanks Nadia!

  • @neilbruce123
    @neilbruce123 Рік тому +27

    She was and is a legend!

  • @jessicamorrell4713
    @jessicamorrell4713 Рік тому +21

    I was 10 years old and Nadia was the first person I ever viewed as awesome. I never forgot the feelings I had watching her in the 1976 Olympics.

    • @RexHrothgar1
      @RexHrothgar1 Рік тому +1

      13 myself. Bi-Centennial. Frampton Comes Alive! And, of course, Nadia!

    • @user-dn1pj3db2k
      @user-dn1pj3db2k Рік тому

      Me too !! I wanted to be just like her !! it wasn’t to be lol

  • @carloscolon198
    @carloscolon198 Рік тому +8

    My first Platonic Love …. In 76 I was 12 …. I absolutely adored her ❤

  • @paulmaxson2769
    @paulmaxson2769 Рік тому +17

    It makes me so happy that her life has been so great. I admired her back then and still do!

  • @ArtbyL763
    @ArtbyL763 Рік тому +92

    I remember watching her in the 1976 olympics. She was just mind blowing. We all screamed when she got a perfect 10! I think it didn’t matter what country you were from, you all were routing for her.

  • @quetzalflight5790
    @quetzalflight5790 Рік тому +5

    Ahhh yes I clearly remember those Olympic days, I was14yrs and had a big crush for Nadia. I loved her expression of dedication to the sport and how she went about ; this was captured on t.v. back then was still black and white not many had the colorful screen. I'm glad she is the Humble Human Being she is since a teenager. Now me 60yrs, I appreciate her even more and Thank GODCHRIST and HOLY SPIRIT for the Blessings Guidance Protection Nadia continues to receive, AMÉN PEACE.

  • @caw7007
    @caw7007 Рік тому +30

    I always loved watching her compete! Happy for her. 🇺🇸💖

  • @taniathomas5n537L
    @taniathomas5n537L Рік тому +27

    What is it that we knew all along??? I think it slipped by me!

    • @hesavedawretchlikeme6902
      @hesavedawretchlikeme6902 Рік тому

      Exactly. What was it...that we knew...all along? She was a world class gymnast and trained for it all her life. She and Bart are married.

  • @therealdeal3672
    @therealdeal3672 Рік тому +7

    I remember Nadia she was such a dynamo performer as a gymnast. I remember when she was the first to get a perfect 10 score. Wonderful to see that her life has been rich and continues to be fulfilling.

  • @robertevans2582
    @robertevans2582 Рік тому +5

    Nadia developed such a fast audience that she became must-see TV...all eyes in the Olympics were glued to her! Nadia was the very best to ever compete, nearly flawless in all her performances!

  • @jomama5186
    @jomama5186 Рік тому +6

    She and Dorothy Hamill were my two heroes growing up.

  • @birdsndog5932
    @birdsndog5932 Рік тому +49

    At the time it was shocking how young she was. Now it’s the norm. But then, it was regarded as almost not possible for her to succeed against older, more experienced gymnasts.
    And then she knocked it out of the park. The first “ten” ever. It was unfathomable.

  • @jackhammer2671
    @jackhammer2671 Рік тому +37

    I watched her compete in 76 in person and I was blown away by her ability...I was blessed to have watched her compete live what an amazing athlete.

    • @rissinegi9702
      @rissinegi9702 Рік тому

      Vow !

    • @bonnylouwho76
      @bonnylouwho76 Рік тому +1

      In person wow! How was that? I remember when the scoreboard would not show the right numbers and she looked so confused! Did you jump and scream too! She looked like such a tiny little fairy girl doing all of those moves and jumps and twists.

  • @raynonabohrer5624
    @raynonabohrer5624 Рік тому +13

    As in Oklahoma I am so proud that she lives here. I bless her and her family. Keep safe.

  • @notsosilentmajority1
    @notsosilentmajority1 Рік тому +12

    As a young teenager I had a crush on Nadia Comaneci. She was amazing to watch and seeing her perfect 10 scoring was even more impressive. She still looks great today. Bart Conner was a solid figure of the US representatives and carried himself well. They make a great couple and have done a lot of good in the world. God bless.

  • @timw4369
    @timw4369 Рік тому +97

    Always respected the athletes from Eastern Europe as they were basically science projects. Glad she made out so well in her life. She is an amazing woman.

  • @truthylucy7068
    @truthylucy7068 Рік тому +11

    I'll never forget her at the 76' Olympics!
    Perfect 10's! It was a big deal, as the Olympics were such a big deal back then!

  • @brittawrolson5936
    @brittawrolson5936 Рік тому +9

    Nadia will always be the gymnast that stands out for me. I watched her from her first competitions and also saw her achieve those ‘impossible’ 10s. I am truly happy that her life finally is the dream that she deserves. 😊

  • @sylviarollins412
    @sylviarollins412 Рік тому +8

    I used to try to imitate Nadia when I was little. I looked up to her! She is so amazing!!!

  • @grown-upactress4155
    @grown-upactress4155 Рік тому +2

    For us " of a certain age" she will always be an icon we claim in a way.

  • @eadecamp
    @eadecamp Рік тому +2

    Nadia will always be the gold standard for gymnastics.

  • @raypeters4525
    @raypeters4525 Рік тому +11

    WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PERSON !

  • @fraseredk7433
    @fraseredk7433 Рік тому +10

    Not only a wonderful athlete but also a most attractive woman

  • @nancym5341
    @nancym5341 Рік тому +5

    I remember her performances like it was yesterday! Every girl wanted to be her! I did. My Dad and I always watched gymnastics competition. When she got her first TEN I cried for her cuz I knew she lived in a Commie country. My Dad made sure I understood that. Thanks for the memories Nadia AND Bart! We love you 😍

  • @tammywade3649
    @tammywade3649 Рік тому +5

    I remember as a young girl, I watched Nadia, on the balance beam. I went outside to play, climbed into my grandpa's pickup bed, climbed up on the edge of the box, I balanced myself walking the box rim, dipping my feet and waving my arms around pretending I was a gymnast like Nadia. I'm 59 now, never took gymnastics, but have never forgot her, my inspiration!!

  • @deborahsawyer5609
    @deborahsawyer5609 Рік тому +3

    I met a Romanian foreign exchange student a few years ago, and when I said Nadia commenicis name , his eyes lit up and he said that she is a national hero in Romania. She deserves it!

  • @andydowell3332
    @andydowell3332 Рік тому +23

    It is sad that you left out the high-bar flip that only a Godess had the courage to perform! It was so dangerous, it is now outlawed. Utter PERFECTION!!!

    • @stevenrichardson3000
      @stevenrichardson3000 Рік тому

      The Salto Comaneci

    • @douglaswindsor3498
      @douglaswindsor3498 Рік тому +1

      The Korbut Salto is illegal in gymnastics, but the Comaneci Salto is not. Neither have been used recently anyway...

    • @davehafner948
      @davehafner948 Рік тому

      And the hand-less back flip on the uneven bars!!!!

  • @steveberkson3873
    @steveberkson3873 Рік тому +9

    Total respect to this woman

  • @virginiagreene3610
    @virginiagreene3610 Рік тому +11

    Yes, so what were we supposed to not know. I already knew all that!

    • @TheFallsranch
      @TheFallsranch Рік тому +1

      I thought they were going to say she was a he

  • @albwilso9
    @albwilso9 Рік тому +30

    So true, she inspired so many to join Gymnastics. When I was in it, it was just a fringe sport. We never had many spectators, and even relatives of mine asked me why I was wasting my time in gymnastics, since the “real” sports were baseball and football. Boy they were stupid, it helped me to be coordinated and in better shape than most, even up to now that I’m 78!!!

    • @edsiceloff9473
      @edsiceloff9473 Рік тому +5

      Absolutely true. I was in gymnastics but also ran all the time. I'm 70, and have now weathered a lot of storms in my life. Gymnastics was part of the developing of fitness and strength, and coordination.

  • @cherylsemrau7100
    @cherylsemrau7100 Рік тому +4

    As a Canadian I have always appreciated Nadia.

  • @bobbyfreds9799
    @bobbyfreds9799 Рік тому +11

    I KNEW IT! Wait, what did I know?

  • @glynislailann9056
    @glynislailann9056 Рік тому +34

    I always wondered what happened to her. Good to know she is going well.

  • @deniseganey6890
    @deniseganey6890 Рік тому +5

    She was Programed and learned very well. It's amazing She was able to live a fulfilled life.

  • @heatherwhatever7714
    @heatherwhatever7714 8 місяців тому +2

    Nadia is an amazing athlete and human. I loved every moment of her performances. Thank you for telling her story. She had a tough time that displayed her unique courage. May God bless her with a long life and many happy memories.

  • @otherZinc
    @otherZinc Рік тому

    Fantastic! This is just Awesome!
    I'm 54 and always recognized how Great she was!

  • @edbishard164
    @edbishard164 Рік тому +140

    and what was it We we're suppose to KNOW ALL ALONG?

  • @mechellewinslow65
    @mechellewinslow65 Рік тому +8

    She was always my favorite!

  • @kiamichiozarks7056
    @kiamichiozarks7056 Рік тому +81

    I’m disappointed that there are no snippets of actual footage of Nadia doing some of her most famous gymnastics routines. Nadia on the uneven parallel bars was a jaw dropper.

    • @believeinjesus8862
      @believeinjesus8862 Рік тому

      I'm sure if you did a search on YT, there would be some.

    • @kiamichiozarks7056
      @kiamichiozarks7056 Рік тому

      @@believeinjesus8862a good suggestion for producer Viral Nader .

    • @MamitaGomez
      @MamitaGomez Рік тому +1

      There is a video of her. I’ve seen it a few times on UA-cam. It’s there!

    • @EagerExpat
      @EagerExpat Рік тому +6

      Actual footage is owned by NBC television (or whoever) Any use would lead to the creator of this video receiving a copywrite strike. 3 strikes and you lose your channel. You have to be very careful even using these "creative common" photo's. Many photos are also copywrite material.

    • @EagerExpat
      @EagerExpat Рік тому +2

      I'm sure it is out there. If it isn't the owner of the video, they got a copyright problem. Small channels don't care if they make money playing Google ads on their video. This channel is legit and deserves whatever ad revenue it can generate. Maybe 5 or 6 dollars per 1000 views. That would be zero if they get a copyright strike. Do it twice more, and your channel is done

  • @emilyhayek1132
    @emilyhayek1132 Рік тому +10

    Nadia was the BEST GYMNAST OF ALL TIME. She was so perfect in that Olympics it is stunning to watch replays now. So pretty and gracious. So glad she has a great life now in America with Bart

  • @scottfineshriber5051
    @scottfineshriber5051 Рік тому +8

    I hope she lives happily ever after. 👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️

  • @kerryevans1562
    @kerryevans1562 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for sharing
    I saw that Olympics in 1976 words can't describe how much courage that child had. Delighted she went on to have a good life..pure gold
    That girl...a legend

  • @alejoiiyacapin1913
    @alejoiiyacapin1913 Рік тому +3

    NADIA COMANECI IS NOT ONLY A TRUE LEGEND. NADIA COMANECI IS A TRUE GREATEST ATHLETE OF ALL TIME(GOAT), AS WELL!

  • @penneycason9269
    @penneycason9269 Рік тому +11

    Nadia and Olga were my idols. Along with Dawn Fraser And Shane Gould. Gymnastics and swimming my thing. 🇦🇺

    • @kyletorres202
      @kyletorres202 Рік тому +1

      Penney Cason wow!!! good for you ma'am,keep it up.....

    • @shychameleon
      @shychameleon Рік тому +1

      Yes, gymnastics really exploded after Olga Korbut and the 1972 Olympics and I think Nadia benefited from having to beat her and Nelli Kim.

  • @gabriellazordan
    @gabriellazordan Рік тому +4

    The best in the World . She was an unique gymnast phenomenon . I am proud of her . The Queen of the Gymnastics . ❤I love her !

  • @serenatwilite4005
    @serenatwilite4005 Рік тому +9

    I enjoyed this presentation on Nadia, very nicely done. I think she and Bart are great examples of Olympians who took the talent and achievements they had as young adults and really made a contribution to the world with it. I'm glad to see her still making contributions to gymnastics in a big way, because with all she went thru as a young adult, she must know what not to do, to keep young athletes from having damaged bodies and souls. Hopefully the gymnastics world will be a healthier place for young athletes thanks to the contributions of her and Bart.

  • @54fighting5
    @54fighting5 Рік тому +4

    I remember seeing Nadia on tv when she first scored that perfect 10 and thought she looked like a sad withdrawn little girl. I knew nothing about her other than her gymnastics success. It's so nice to see that she grew up to be a strong, and very beautiful woman after overcoming such adversity.
    Bart Conner really struck Gold there!

  • @jamest4659
    @jamest4659 Рік тому +12

    That was informative! I am happy for Nadia.

  • @gorettyrogers7109
    @gorettyrogers7109 Рік тому +3

    Love Nadia Comaneci....truly inspirational.

  • @PAPITO_49
    @PAPITO_49 Рік тому +1

    I never was to interested in gymnastics UNTIL, UNTIL I saw Nadia 1976. Since then when I have the chance I'm glued to the TV watching theses great athletes.

  • @juanaboynkin1196
    @juanaboynkin1196 9 місяців тому +1

    I too fell in love with her back in the summer of '76. She and I are the same age and I have always wanted the best for her. I want her to he happy and healthy and I hope that she is.

  • @stevenrichardson3000
    @stevenrichardson3000 Рік тому +11

    I remember the judges had to explain the scoreboard could not register her score. Because the crowd threatened to riot believing they had scored her a 1.
    They said they would recalibrate the scoreboard for future events to properly reflect her score.
    Nadia was one of my heroes. But another hero showed at that Olympics. Most people have forgotten. A male gymnast. Shun Fujimoto. Fujimoto- San scored a 9.85 on the still rings. A high score. Bug deal, right. It's not a 10. Fujimoto San performed his entire routine with a broken femur! His.15 liss was because he did not land perfectly. 1976 had some amazing athletes.
    Teodora Ungereneau. Average score in competition9.85. Best friends with Nadia Comaneci. Who always scored higher.
    Leon Spinks
    Michael Spinks
    John Tate ( silver medal. 6 months as a boxer)
    Sugar Ray Leonard
    Lyudmila Turischeva. Russian and world champion. 36 yrs old
    Olga Korbut
    Mark Spitz 7 gold medals
    There were some great people there

  • @jeraleewood5969
    @jeraleewood5969 Рік тому +20

    Her Coach changed Gymnastics too. He realized that girls "peaked" in their teens so they have to start younger. I am the same age as Nadia and LOVED how Olga and Nadia brought excitement to the sport!!! ❤️

    • @denyamyers9622
      @denyamyers9622 9 місяців тому

      Now Explain Simone Biles, Please??

    • @shimmeringfairydust3275
      @shimmeringfairydust3275 9 місяців тому +1

      Not anymore. Women’s gymnastics used to rely heavily on flexibility & moves that only very small women who were practically underweight could perform. Hence, the emphasis on very young girls as participants. Rules changed - I think you have to turn 16 by a certain date to qualify as a potential participant. Also, strength is now the most important ability to possess. That is why Simone Biles is so dominant and why she, and lots of women over 20, are still competing, even in the Olympics.

  • @jeffreyjohn1691
    @jeffreyjohn1691 Рік тому +1

    You know you’re great when a song is named after you

  • @nahornop1394
    @nahornop1394 Рік тому +1

    Olga Korbut and Nadia Comaneci.. 👍👍

  • @parthin
    @parthin Рік тому +16

    She was a flat-chested little elf with iron legs when she earned those 10s. She did fill out well. Back in those days, Americans didn't root for the eastern block, but she was such a talented cutie that everyone loved her.

  • @benitoguerrero3574
    @benitoguerrero3574 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for telling about a story of incredible talent, discipline, courage, the tragedy of fleeing a country and abuse by manager but also a final triumph of her life turning around for so much good, god give her love and infinite happiness to the greatest female gymnast of all times … a true role model for women of the world!!!🥳😍🙀😻👩🏼 very beautiful story

  • @evangelineflorendo3312
    @evangelineflorendo3312 Рік тому +1

    I have loved nadia comaneci since the first time i watched her performance. Thanks for your video i got updated about her and she's truly an admirable lady.

  • @edgardogonzalez916
    @edgardogonzalez916 Рік тому +2

    Noone can take away the first perfect 10 in several events - Nadia is the queen of gymnastics

  • @johnheart6890
    @johnheart6890 Рік тому +14

    A great woman!

  • @ciciliacurt6227
    @ciciliacurt6227 Рік тому +4

    I am glad to be born in the same month and year and country like Nadia

  • @davidkaul6180
    @davidkaul6180 Рік тому +2

    I watched like the whole world did.she is the best gymnast ever ....