Michael Phelps is hands-down one of the greatest Olympians of all time. With 28 Olympic gold medals to his credit, Phelps has created history. Michael Phelps may be making the headlines every day, but this time, he is not the only Phelps sibling to grab the attention.
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Phelps siblings share a close bond; they are often seen spending time together. Phelps’ sisters are always seen supporting him.
Sisters chose George Clooney over Michael
The media has lovingly dubbed Hillary and Whitney Phelps as Kate and Pippa of America. This is for the support that they show their brother in each of his swimming races. Speaking with Hollywood’s ace actress Billy Bush, the sister duo revealed how their friends compliment Michael as ‘hot.’
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BEIJING – AUGUST 17: (L-R) Sister Whitney Phelps, mother Debbie Phelps, and sister Hilary Phelps stand during the National Anthem after Michael received his eighth gold medal after the Men’s 4×100 Medley Relay at the National Aquatics Centre during Day 9 of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games on August 17, 2008, in Beijing, China. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)
According to Hilary, this “is kind of creepy.” Whitney further adds, “I had a girlfriend text me and say, ‘I know it’s your brother, but he’s really hot and has a great body,'”
Speaking with Billy Bush, Hilary revealed how she loved her show 2008. While watching the show Access Hollywood, Hillary said how it flashed, “Who would you rather meet — George Clooney or Michael Phelps?” It was just then the news came that Michael had won the game.
Interestingly, the sisters were more interested in meeting George than their brother!
Michael Phelps, the inspiration
The estimated net worth of Michael Phelps is $80 million, thanks to the multiple deals he has to his credit. His association with Aqua Sphere is well recognized, and he made $1 million through his sponsorship of Speedo at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.
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BOSTON, MA – MAY 21: Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, smiles after receiving the Morton E. Ruderman Award in Inclusion at the Four Seasons Hotel in Boston on May 21, 2019. (Photo by Stan Grossfeld/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Phelps has long been a champion for sportspeople and athletes. In 2008, American swimmer Phelps won his 10th and 11th gold medals, cementing his status as the most successful Olympian ever.
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Phelps love sharing his professional accomplishments and personal feats with his fans. His life achievements stand as an inspiration for many.