Olympic Gold Medalist Coco Yoshizawa Reveals She Wants to Meet BTS' V

During a recent appearance on the Japanese variety program Cream Stew: The Legend, 31 Olympic medalists who excelled at the 2024 Paris Olympics were asked by the host which celebrity they would most like to meet. Among the responses, one stood out for its blend of youthful excitement and star power.

Coco Yoshizawa, the 14-year-old skateboarding prodigy who clinched the gold medal in women’s street skateboarding, expressed her wish to meet V from BTS. Despite her formidable achievements as the youngest member of Japan’s 2024 national team, Coco’s shy and bright smile as she talked about her favorite star was a heartwarming reminder that, off the skateboard, she’s just like any other teenage fan.

Coco's journey to Olympic gold is as inspiring as her starstruck moment. Born in 2009, she began skateboarding at the age of 7, inspired by her brother. Her dedication and talent led her to become the youngest Olympic gold medalist in women’s skateboarding at just 14 years old, marking a significant achievement in the sport's history.

While Coco's fierce determination on the skateboarding course is undeniable, her candid admiration for V showcased a softer, more relatable side that resonated with fans of both skateboarding and BTS.