Umeh, Stella (1975–)

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Umeh, Stella (1975–)

Canadian gymnast. Born May 27, 1975, in Mississauga, Canada; dau. of a Nigerian father and Guyanan mother; sister of Stacey Umeh-Lees (coach).

Won Jr. Pacific Alliance (1989), Elite Canada (1991), Canadian nationals (1992, 1993); at Commonwealth Games, won gold medals in all-around and vault, silver in team and uneven bars; joined Cirque du Soleil (1999).