Walter Zwickel

Class of 1977
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Walt Zwickel, a Philadelphia tailor, dressed the U.S. Men’s Olympic Gymnastics Teams as the official clothier for Olympic competition. Owner of two men’s fashion stores, Zwickel worked at Modern Gymnast as fashion editor. He is the only Hall of Fame member to be inducted for contributions in fashion or clothing.

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Walt Zwickel, a Philadelphia tailor, dressed the U.S. Men’s Olympic Gymnastics Teams as the official clothier for Olympic competition. Owner of two men’s fashion stores, Zwickel worked at Modern Gymnast as fashion editor. He is the only Hall of Fame member to be inducted for contributions in fashion or clothing.