Who are the parents of Erin Jackson?

Last Modified Jul 6, 2025 00:18 GMT
Speed Skating - Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics Day 9
Speed Skating - Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics Day 9

Olympic gold medalist Erin Jackson is an American speed skater and roller derby player. Jackson attempted figure skating when he was eight years old, but as a teenager, he switched to inline (roller) speed skating, where he won bronze in the 500-meter track at the 2008 World Junior Championships. In 2012 and 2013, she received the title of Female Athlete of the Year for Roller Sports from the US Olympic Committee.

Jackson became the first Black woman to win gold in a Winter Olympic individual event at the Beijing Games. She resumed inline skating later that year and won her first-ever world title in the one-lap sprint event at the 2022 ISU World Championships. The following year, Jackson would also win gold in her speciality event, the 500m, at the PanAm Games.

Erin Jackson parents

Tracy and Rita Jackson are the parents of Erin Jackson.

Who is the father of Erin Jackson?

Tracy Jackson is the father of Erin Jackson. He is an army veteran and a retired fire truck builder, as per reports.

Who is the mother of Erin Jackson?

Rita Jackson is the mother of Erin Jackson. She was a pharmacy technician and passed away when Erin was in high school, as per reports.

What Nationality are Erin Jackson’s parents?

Tracy and Rita Jackson are American nationals.

FAQs on Erin Jackson

A. Erin Jackson is 32 years old as of July 2025.

A. Yes, Erin Jackson has one brother, Corey Farmer.

A. Erin Jackson is from Ocala, Florida, US.

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