Christopher Dean
Figure skater and choreographer, 'Dancing on Ice'
Figure skater and choreographer, 'Dancing on Ice'
An accomplished figure skater and choreographer, contributions to the sport have shaped competitive figure skating. Achievements include winning the World Championships in 1983 and 1984 alongside partner Jayne Torvill. The duo received the highest artistic marks ever awarded at the Winter Olympics in Sarajevo in 1984 for their unforgettable free dance performance of 'Bolero'. After retiring from competitive skating, involvement in television included co-creating and participating in the show 'Dancing on Ice', which showcased figure skating talent. Performance style influenced future generations of skaters.
World Champion in figure skating (1983, 1984)
Olympic gold medalist in figure skating (1984)
Co-creator and performer on 'Dancing on Ice'
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