Tara Lipinski

Tara Lipinski is an American figure skater who became the youngest female to win an Olympic gold medal in 1998.

Ice Skater

June 10, 1982

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Born on June 10, 1982, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Tara Lipinski is an accomplished American figure skater, actress, and sports commentator. She rose to fame at just 15 years old when she set a record as the youngest female figure skater to secure an Olympic gold medal in the ladies’ singles event during the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan. In addition to her Olympic success, Lipinski has claimed two consecutive U.S. Championships and a World Championship title. She was honored with an induction into the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame in 2017.

Lipinski has also made appearances in various films and television shows, such as “Touched by an Angel” and “The Young and the Restless.” In recent years, she has become a well-known sports commentator, providing insightful and candid commentary alongside her co-host and friend, Johnny Weir, during the 2014 Winter Olympics. Her commentary has helped revitalize interest in figure skating.

Among her other accomplishments, Lipinski co-wrote a series of young adult books called “The Total Knockout Experience” in the late 1990s, drawing inspiration from her own experiences as a skater. She has also been active in philanthropy and has advocated for body positivity and self-acceptance.

Despite her many achievements, Lipinski remains humble and connected to her sport. She continues to feel at “home” on the ice and consistently inspires and entertains audiences with her passion and expertise in figure skating.