Whether Suni Lee likes it or not, she's a role model to many specially the young

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Suni Lee Says She's 'Proud' to Inspire Next Generation of Asian American Women to 'Break Molds' in New PSA
Suni Lee is proud to be an inspiration for young girls.

The 19-year-old gymnast made history when she competed for Team USA at the Tokyo Summer Games last year. Not only was she the first Hmong American Olympic gymnast, she also became the first Hmong American Olympic gold medalist when she won the coveted all-around gold.

Lee, who currently competes for Auburn University, reflected on her legacy in a new PSA for Paramount and SeeHer, which advocates for accurate portrayals of women and girls in advertising and media.

"Growing up I didn't see a lot of Asian American women on the U.S. Gymnastics team, so to be one of the first Hmong Americans to win the Olympic gold medal is just absolutely amazing," she said.

"My gymnastics career has helped change what's expected for Hmong women because I decided to create my own path," she continued.

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Although Lee shared that it can sometimes be hard "to tell myself that I'm proud of myself," being able to pave the way for the next generation is something she cherishes.

"I am proud of myself for being somebody that younger girls can look up to," she said. "If you can see her, you can be her."

[Reporter]

What makes you think she might not like it still? She loves it. The article is very clear on that.

[theking]

I know she enjoys it. I'm saying that when you're in that kind of spotlight, kids will see you as a role model regardless so no choice there. And there have been some that can't handle that kind of spotlight in the past.