Japanese Gymnast and eight-time Olympic gold medalist, making him one of the most successful Olympic Gymnasts ever.
He competed in gymnastics while going to school at the University of Tsukuba.
He had his most successful Olympics in 1972, winning three golds and two silvers.
She has a brother named Takeshi Kato who also competed in the Olympics.
He is a member of the International Gymnasts Hall of Fame along with Romanian Gymnast Nadia Comaneci.
