Kelly Curtis, a Princeton, New Jersey native and U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant, competed in her second Winter Olympics at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games, finishing 12th in women's skeleton. She made her Olympic debut in 2022, becoming the first Black athlete to represent Team USA in skeleton. Curtis, 37, also placed second at a World Cup event in January 2026, fueling her Olympic gold dreams. She trains in Europe, based at Aviano Air Base in Italy, which allows her to practice on European tracks. Curtis joined the Air Force in 2020 through the World Class Athlete Program, balancing her military duties with her athletic career. She is also a mother to her daughter Maeve, born in November 2023, and is supported by her husband Jeff Milliron. Curtis emphasizes perseverance and community support, inspiring young athletes to pursue their dreams. Her journey highlights her dedication to representing her country and her service in the Air Force while competing at the highest level.