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Ryan Lochte Celebrates Baptism, Marks 54 Days Sober

11/17/2025

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Ryan Lochte, the Olympic swimmer and 12-time medalist, publicly rededicated his life to Jesus Christ and shared a baptism video on November 2.
He stated, "The only thing that truly matters is what God thinks of me."
Lochte said he is 54 days sober and credited a Florida recovery center.
Fans and family expressed support as social media celebrated his baptism, calling it his finest moment.

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Story summary

Ryan Lochte, the Olympic swimmer and 12-time medalist, publicly rededicated his life to Jesus Christ and shared a baptism video on November 2.
He stated, "The only thing that truly matters is what God thinks of me."
Lochte said he is 54 days sober and credited a Florida recovery center.
Fans and family expressed support as social media celebrated his baptism, calling it his finest moment.