Brian Boitano

American figure skating legend whose 1988 Olympic gold medal, famous battle with Brian Orser and extraordinary athletic jumps produced one of skating's most memorable competitive moments.

Brian Boitano is an American figure skater and 1988 Olympic champion whose iconic performance at the Calgary Games — defeating Brian Orser in what was dubbed 'The Battle of the Brians' — is considered one of the greatest in figure skating history. His exceptional jumping technique, powerful skating, and dramatic performance quality set the standard for men's figure skating in the late 1980s.