Mark Henderson Biography

Mark Henderson is an American one-time competition swimmer, Olympic champion, and one-time world record-holder. He is an Olympic gold medalist, three-time World champion, two-time Pan American Games champion, four-time Pan Pacific champion, and five-time U.S. National champion.

He contested at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, where he won the butterfly leg of the gold medal 4×100-meter combination relay, which set the world, Olympic, American, and U.S. Open records.

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10 Quick Facts About Mark Henderson

• Name: Mark Andrew Henderson
• Age: 53 Years Old
• Birthday: November 14
• Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
• Height: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m)
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Swimmer
• Marital Status: Married
• Salary: Not Available
• Net worth: $6 million

Mark Henderson Age

Henderson is 53 Years Old. He was born on November 14, 1969, in Washington, D.C., United States. He celebrates his birthday on November 14 every year and his birth sign is Scorpio.

Mark Henderson Height

Henderson stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m) tall.

Mark Henderson Weight

Henderson Weighs 88 kg (194 lbs).

Early Life and Education

Mark was born on November 14, 1969, in Washington, D.C. He started swimming at the age of 5 and quickly showed promise. He swam for the Fort Washington Pool Assoc., Inc. in the Prince-Mont Swim League in Fort Washington, Prince Georges County Maryland where he still holds records in the 25 Butterfly 10 year old & Under in 1980 and the 100 Freestyle 15-18 year old in 1988.

He attended high school at St. Albans School in Washington, D.C., where he was a four-time All-American swimmer. He then swam for the University of California, Berkeley, where he was a three-time NCAA champion.

Rise to Fame

Henderson’s rise to fame began in the early 1990s. He was a dominant force in the 100-meter butterfly, winning the event at the 1991 and 1994 Pan Pacific Championships, as well as the 1995 U.S. National Championships. He also swam on the gold medal-winning 4×100-meter medley relay at the 1991 and 1994 World Championships.

Henderson’s greatest achievement came at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, where he was the butterfly leg of the gold medal-winning 4×100-meter medley relay.

Mark Henderson Parents

Henderson was born in Washington, D.C. son of Marty and Mary Anne Henderson and older brother of Paul Henderson.

Mark Henderson Siblings

Mark is the older brother of Paul Henderson.

Mark Henderson Wife

Henderson is married to his lovely wife Tamara Blanchard. The couple did their wedding in 2006 and together they are blessed with two children namely, Brooke & Brady, a Bernese Mountain Dog (Harry) and a Double Dapple Dachshund (Gator). The family resides in Bend, Oregon.

He was formerly married to Summer Sanders from 1997 to 2001. His partner’s information will be updated as soon as the information is available

Mark Henderson Children

Henderson and his y wife Tamara have two children: Brooke & Brady, a Bernese Mountain Dog (Harry), and a Double Dapple Dachshund (Gator).

Mark Henderson Net Worth

Henderson has an estimated net worth of $6 million dollars. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a Swimmer. Through his various sources of income, Mark has been able to accumulategood fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Mark Henderson Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Henderson.

Mark Henderson Wiki

• Full Names: Mark Andrew Henderson
• Popular As: Swimmer
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: Swimmer
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: White
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Mark Henderson Birthday

• Age: 53 Years Old
• Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
• Date of Birth: November 14, 1969
• Place of Birth: Washington, D.C., United States
• Birthday: November 14

Mark Henderson Body Measurements

• Height / How Tall?: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m)
• Weight: 88 kg (194 lbs)
• Eye Color:
• Hair Color: To be Updated
• Shoe Size: To be Updated
• Chest Size: To be Updated
• Waist Size: To be Updated

Mark Henderson Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Marty Henderson
• Mother: Mary Anne Henderson
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Paul Henderson
• Marital Status: Married
• Wife/Spouse: Tamara Blanchard
• Children: Brooke, Brady

Henderson Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $6 million
• Salary: Not Available
• Source of Income: Swimmer

Career

Henderson is a one-time competition swimmer, Olympic champion, and former world record-holder. He is an Olympic gold medalist, three-time World champion, two-time Pan American Games champion, four-time Pan Pacific champion, and five-time U.S. National champion. He began swimming at the age of 8 and quickly rose through the ranks of the sport. He won his first national title in 1991 at the age of 21.

In 1994, Henderson joined the first USA Swimming resident team which was located at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It was run and coached by former world record holder Jonty Skinner. Over the next two years, Skinner coached Henderson to two National titles, a gold at the World Championships, a gold and silver at the Pan Pacific Championships, and two Pan American Gold medals.

Henderson’s greatest achievement came at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, where he was the butterfly leg of the gold medal 4×100-meter medley relay, which set the world, Olympic, American, and U.S. Open records. He also finished fifth in the individual 100-meter butterfly.

Mark Henderson Books

• American Eros 2013
• Poolside Pleasures 2014
• Poolside 2011
• Household Idols 2008
• Lap of Luxury 2015
• Luminosity 2012

Mark Henderson Barrister

• Called to the Bar, Gray’s Inn, 1994
• Partner, Doughty Street Chambers, 2002-present
• Legal Aid Barrister of the Year, 2018
• Elected Trustee and Senior Vice Chair, Spinal Injuries Association, 2021-present

Mark Henderson Awards Accomplishments and Achievements

• Tony Award for Best Lighting Design for The History Boys (2006)
• Laurence Olivier Award for Best Lighting Design five times (1998, 2000, 2003, 2006, 2013)
• Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Lighting Design of a Play for Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (2005)
• Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Lighting Design for The History Boys (2006)
• Illumination Award for Lifetime Achievement (2018)

Final Thoughts

Henderson is a survivor. He has faced many challenges in his life, but he has always persevered. He is grateful for the strength he has found within himself and is excited to use his experiences to help others.

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