Usain Bolt pens a heartfelt birthday note for his daughter Olympia as she turns Five…

Usain Bolt pens a heartfelt birthday note for his daughter Olympia as she turns Five…

 

Happy 5th Birthday, My Princess Olympia

My dearest Olympia,

Today you turn five, and as I sit down to write this, my heart is full of love, pride, and wonder. It feels like just yesterday I held you in my arms for the first time, tiny and new, your eyes wide open as if already curious about the world you were about to conquer. In those early moments, I knew my life had changed forever—and for the better.

You’ve grown so fast, and every day you teach me something new about love, patience, and joy. You bring light into every room you walk into with that radiant smile and infectious laugh. You are strong, spirited, and already so full of personality. Watching you become your own little person has been the greatest privilege of my life.

I see so much in you—so much potential, so much fire. You have your own rhythm, your own pace, and you move through life with the kind of fearless curiosity that inspires me. I’ve run races all over the world, but watching you grow, learn, and laugh is the most beautiful journey I’ve ever experienced.

You remind me every day what matters most. You’ve grounded me in ways I never imagined possible. Your hugs after a long day, your questions about everything, your drawings and songs—all of it is a gift I cherish deeply. You may not understand it all just yet, but know that being your father is the greatest blessing I’ve ever received.

Your mommy and I are so proud of the little lady you’re becoming. You’re kind, thoughtful, funny, and endlessly creative. You dance like nobody’s watching (even when everyone is!), and you have a heart that’s bigger than this world. Keep shining, baby girl. Keep being bold. Keep dreaming big dreams.

As you celebrate your fifth birthday, I want you to always remember one thing: You are deeply loved. Not just for what you do or how you make us laugh—but simply for being you. You don’t have to win any races to be a champion in our eyes. You already are.

I promise to always be here to cheer you on, to lift you up, and to protect you with all that I am. Life won’t always be easy, but you will never face it alone. I’ll be beside you, every step of the way.

So here’s to you, Olympia Lightning Bolt. The brightest spark in my life. My daughter. My pride. My joy.

Happy birthday, my little star. May your days be filled with laughter, love, and endless adventures. The world is yours—run into it with all the magic that lives inside you.

 

With all my love,

Daddy