| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Born | June 17, 1985 |
| Height | 1.61 m (5 ft 3 in) |
| Weight | 62 kg (137 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Country | United States |
| Sport | High diving |
Medal record | |
Steven LoBue (born June 17, 1985) is an American high diver.
He participated at the 2017 and 2019 World Aquatics Championships, winning gold and silver medals respectively. [1] LoBue has also been a top competitor on the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series for many years.
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