Special Olympics Ambassadors
As icons of success from diverse industries such as sports, music, entertainment, media, and beyond, Special Olympics Global Ambassadors generously lend their time, talent, and resources to support the Special Olympics mission. They are inspirational role models who share a belief in the power to come together, break down barriers, and foster a world of inclusion while supporting Special Olympics’ expansion of sports, health, youth, and education programs.
Global Ambassadors
Our Global Ambassador appointees advocate for Special Olympics worldwide across all programmatic areas while maintaining a dedicated interest in at least one area of focus in health, youth, education and sport during a minimum two-year term.
Li Na
Former Professional Tennis Player, two time grand slam champion, The first Chinese member of the ITHF
Nadia Comaneci
Olympic Champion, Gymnastics, Perfect 10 Production, Inc., Special Olympics Global Ambassador
Alumni Ambassadors
Our Alumni Ambassadors are former Ambassadors who graciously dedicated their time and talent to support our Special Olympics family. They continue to be allies of the movement and have established a legacy of goodwill around our worldwide mission of inclusion for which we are eternally grateful.
Benedetto Saraceno
Health Expert & Advocate
Cafu (Marcos Evangelista de Morais)
Legendary Professional Soccer Player
Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco
Olympian & World Champion Swimmer
Gracie Hunt
Inclusion activist, Unified Partner and Philanthropist
Joe Haden
Former NFL Player & All Pro Defensive Back
Lauren Potter
Actor & Advocate
Maria Menounos
Actor & New York Times Best-Selling Author
Nancy O'Dell
Media Personality
Ricardo Montaner
Grammy Award Winning Singer & Songwriter
Scott Hamilton
Olympic Champion, Figure Skating
Yuna Kim
Olympic Champion, Figure Skating