Scott Hamilton – Figure Skating, USA

In 1984, Scott Hamilton was awarded the gold medal in men’s figure skating. After that victory, his fame continued to rise, and he went on to win several US and World Championships…

At the age of 39, however, the Olympian received the unexpected news that doctors had found testicular cancer. Undaunted, Hamilton was back on the ice the same year, alternating treatment with competitions. Recently, the skater was diagnosed with a brain tumor, but as one might expect from his fearless character, he’s since undergone treatment and is now in remission. He notes that his determination has been driven by his refusal to have a bad attitude.