Three-time Olympian Lilly King, a gold-medalist and Indiana native, recently made a memorable appearance on NPR's 'Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me'. During the live broadcast, King discussed her Olympic journey, including her viral engagement proposal at the US Olympic Team Trials. She recounted the moment when her now-husband, James Wells, surprised her on the deck after she qualified for the games in the 200 breaststroke. King's initial reaction was one of shock and disbelief, as she had just finished a race and was exhausted. She shared a humorous anecdote about her former teammate, Annie Lazor, who provided her with valuable advice before the proposal. Lazor, an Olympic bronze medalist, encouraged King to take off her cap after her race, despite their sometimes blunt and honest relationship. The show then transitioned to King's competitive spirit, with host Peter Sagal comparing her to Dennis Rodman in the world of international swimming. The segment featured a trivia round, where King demonstrated her knowledge of height-related terms, such as 'short kings'. She correctly identified Joseph Stalin as the individual with a below-average height, despite the presence of larger-than-life figures like Neil Armstrong and Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. King's appearance on the show showcased her versatility, as she answered two out of three questions correctly, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
