Named Sports Illustrated Magazine's "Sportswoman of the Year" in 1984
Has four daughters with her ex-husband Shannon Kelley: Shayla Rae Kelley (b. 1995), McKenna Lane Kelley (b. April 15, 1997, Houston, Texas), Skyla Brae Kelley (b. August 2000) and Emma Kelley (b. 2002, Houston, Texas).
Retton's family changed their name from Rotundo to Retton upon their
arrival at Ellis Island. Retton is proud of her Italian
heritage.