Hurdling Hero Edwin Moses life’s story told in new documentary

September 19th, 2024

Olympic champion Edwin Moses went undefeated in the 400-meter hurdles for 122 consecutive races, for nine years, nine months, and nine days, between 1977 to 1987. (AP Photo/File and LaShawn Hudson/WABE)

Edwin Moses is recognized as one of the greatest athletes in the world. The Olympic champion used science and math calculations to dominate track and field. Between 1977 and 1987, he went undefeated in the 400-meter hurdles for 122 consecutive races, for nine years, nine months and nine days.

Throughout his athletic career, the athlete set four world records and won two Olympic Gold medals. He has also won three World Cup titles and two World Championships, among a long list of other awards.

His life’s legacy reaches beyond sports, and he’s now sharing his story in a new documentary, “MOSES-13 Steps.” On Thursday’s edition of “Closer Look,” Moses talks with show host Rose Scott about the film that will debut at the 6th Annual Morehouse College Human Rights Film Festival on Saturday, Sept. 21.

Moses also talks about his advocacy work for fair pay for athletes, his efforts in the anti-doping movement and his fight for racial equality in America.

The Olympic trailblazer also talks about his family, his upbringing in Dayton, Ohio and shares why it was so important for him to tell his own story.