The Ilona Maher effect: How a whirlwind six months made her the face of rugby – and so much more
From Paris 2024 and the SI Swimsuit cover to “Dancing with the Stars” and a contract with the Bristol Bears, Ilona Maher’s life has changed dramatically in less than a year. She tells CNN how it feels to become “America’s sweetheart.
Olympian Ilona Maher Says She’s ‘Truly Not OK’ After Breaking Her Nose in Rugby Match
Maher included a video of herself holding up a bag of ice to her face. She also lip-synched, “Been better, Carrie Ann.” (The athlete previously said the phrase last year after Dancing With The Stars judge Inaba asked why Maher was crying after she received tough feedback on her performance.)
Interviewer blasted for challenging rugby star Ilona Maher on not having imposter syndrome
You automatically assume I must not feel that I am deserving of where I’m at? ... You think they’re asking NFL players, male politicians if they have imposter syndrome?’
Ilona Maher happy to be a rugby superstar ‘but it can’t just be me’
The USA Eagles player is also not worried about a potential U.S. ban on TikTok, a platform she has amassed over three million followers on.
Interviewer asks Ilona Maher how she deals with imposter syndrome
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Ilona Maher interviewer faces backlash over 'imposter syndrome' question
Fans have come to the defense of Team USA rugby fan favorite Ilona Maher on social media following an awkward exchange during an interview with a CNN anchor.
Ilona Maher doesn't have imposter syndrome: 'It's OK to be proud.' See viral clip
"It's OK to believe you deserve something because you put in the work for it," Ilona Maher said in the viral clip.
Ilona Maher Is Adjusting to Rugby Life in England and a Newly Broken Nose: 'I Want to Be the Best Player' (Exclusive)
Ilona Maher tells PEOPLE she is adjusting to playing rugby across the pond in England, thanks to a warm reception by her ...
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Ilona Maher Fans Call Her a 'Girl's Girl': 'Women Supporting Women'
Ilona Maher’s fans are applauding the rugby star for her dedication to supporting other women no matter what. The 28-year-old ...
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Ilona Maher Turns Up the Heat in Steamy Bikini Pic After Breaking Her Nose
Ilona Maher showed off her figure in a neon-yellow bikini while relaxing in a sauna mere days after breaking her nose in a ...
Ilona Maher Jokes 'Stop Fighting Over Me' After Showing Off Bruises from Broken Nose
Rugby star Ilona Maher is laughing through the pain as she continues to recover from a broken nose sustained during her first ...
Ilona Maher's Hilarious Humble Brag Has Fans Saying She's 'in the 1 Percent of Humanity With Those Skills'
"You are now officially in the 1% of humanity with those skills 👏🙌," proclaimed a different fan, while actress Chandler ...
US rugby star Ilona Maher celebrates her first start for Bristol Bears with a try
U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher has celebrated her first start for the Bristol Bears by powering over for a try in a 41-31 ...
USA Eagles star Ilona Maher scores 70-yard solo try in first start for Bristol Bears
Ilona Maher’s impact on women’s rugby in England had been significant even before she had stepped on a rugby pitch in the ...
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Olympic Bronze Medalist Ilona Maher Sends Powerful Message to Trolls Questioning Women’s Rugby
The online world can often be a ground for negativity, and women’s rugby is no stranger to harsh judgment and unwarranted criticism. The post Olympic Bronze Medalist Ilona Maher Sends Powerful Message ...