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Deborah Phelps is the principal of Windsor Mill Middle School in Baltimore, Maryland, and she is also the mother of gold medalist Michael Phelps. Deborah attended the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China, where she was seen cheering Michael on during his strive for the gold in his eight swimming events.
Phelps has written a memoir titled A Mother for All Seasons in which she talks about her son's career.PerezHilton: Michael Phelps Mom Speaks! (April 1, 2009) The book will be released on April 7, 2009.
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- Also known as: Debbie Phelps
- Married Fred Phelps in May 1973Charleston Gazette: Phelps' father played football... (August 13, 2008)
- Couple divorced in 1994 when Michael Phelps was nine years old
- Attended Loyola College in Baltimore, Maryland, and Fairmont State College in Fairmont, West VirginiaMarket Watch: Debbie Phelps's Lucky Charm! (August 19, 2008)
- Has a master's degree in education managementMarket Watch: Debbie Phelps's Lucky Charm! (August 19, 2008)
- Has a bachelor's degree in arts in educationMarket Watch: Debbie Phelps's Lucky Charm! (August 19, 2008)
- Has three children: Michael, Whitney and Hilary PhelpsMarket Watch: Debbie Phelps's Lucky Charm! (August 19, 2008)
- Spokesperson for the Facebook group ADHD MomsPeople: Debbie Phelps Named 'Mom of the Games' (August 19, 2008)
- Was a guest on Good Morning America on August 20, 2008ABC: Matriarch of 'Team Phelps' Talks to 'GMA' (August 20, 20080
- Named "Johnson's Baby Mom of the Olympics" by Johnson and JohnsonABC: Matriarch of 'Team Phelps' Talks to 'GMA' (August 20, 20080
- Was scheduled to appear in a Johnson & Johnson commercial on August 20, 2008People: Debbie Phelps Named 'Mom of the Games' (August 19, 2008)
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PerezHilton: Michael Phelps Mom Speaks!
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People: Debbie Phelps Named 'Mom of the Games'
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Good Housekeeping: Deborah Phelps Interview
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USA Today: Debbie Phelps has a hand in sharing son's Olympic glory
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YouTube Video: Olympics '08: Michael Phelps' Mom (Time: 1:53)
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ABC News: Matriarch of 'Team Phelps' Talks to 'GMA'
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New York Times: Mother Recalls Helping Her Son Find Gold-Medal Focus
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PerezHilton: Michael Phelps Mom Speaks!
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View All Deborah Phelps Questions (16) | Ask a QuestionWho actually took the picture of Phelps hitting the bong? (2 Answers)That infomation has not been released and may not due to the controversy it has caused. People who call Phelps a national hero may just as well call the photographer ... read moreAre Michael Phelps and Carrie Prejean together? Does anyone have photos confirming theyre dating? (1 Answer)Miss USA runner-up Carrie Prejean is set to make headlines with something other than her anti-gay marriage comments. Her grandmother Jeanette Coppolla confirmed to RadarOnline.com exclusively that the beauty queen ... read moreAre these South Carolina pot smokers victims of Michael Phelps fame? (5 Answers)Jay walking is a bigger problem (seriously, it's more dangerous) than a few kids who made a mistake but who ultimately just smoked pot at a party. This should be ... read moreIs Michael Phelps smoking marijuana a major issue professional or on a PR basis? More questions too. (3 Answers)It is a major issue because he is a hero for a lot of kids and it sets a bad example. Will it affect his career? I don't think it ... read more
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