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Kristine Tsuya Yamaguchi (born July 12, 1971) is an American former competitive figure skater, author and philanthropist. A former competitor in women's singles, Yamaguchi is the 1992 Olympic champion, a two-time World champion (1991 and 1992), and the 1992 U.S. champion.
Kristi Yamaguchi, whose mother was born in a World War II internment camp for Japanese-Americans while her grandfather was serving as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army, became obsessed with figure skating as a little girl. Her favorite toy was a Dorothy Hamill doll that she carried with her everywhere.
Yamaguchi was the first Asian American to win figure skating gold, and only the second Asian American woman to win an Olympic gold in any sport, following Vicki Manalo Draves ’ 1948 victory in diving.
Learn more about Kristi Yamaguchi's accomplishments, career highlights, and biography
May 21, 2024 · Kristi Yamaguchi made history when she ascended the medal podium at the 1992 Olympic Games in Albertville, France — and now she's looking back on the whirlwind. At just 20 years old, the figure...
Feb 19, 2014 · As the women's figure skating competition gets underway, figure skater and TODAY Olympics contributor Kristi Yamaguchi looks back at her 1992 win, and shares what life is like after winning...
Athlete, artist, wife, mother, philanthropist—in each of these things Kristi Yamaguchi embodies the word champion. Her motto is "Always Dream," and Kristi's accomplishments prove that dreams can come true with hard work and dedication.
May 2, 2024 · When Kristi Yamaguchi won an Olympic gold medal for ice skating in 1992, she was the first Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) competitor to earn a gold in any sport in the Winter Games.
Nov 16, 2021 · Kristi Yamaguchi will always be remembered for the grace and elegance she brought the world in her gold-medal-winning skating routines at the 1992 Winter Games in Albertville,...
Kristi Yamaguchi is a retired American figure skater of Japanese descent who has made a significant impact on the Asian American community through her accomplishments in the world of sports and her philanthropic work.
