Childhood and Education Journey of Johnny Weir in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Johnny Weir, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Johnny Weir is an American retired figure skater and television commentator. He is a two-time Olympian and achieved significant success in his skating career. Weir won the World bronze medal in 2008, earned two Grand Prix Final bronze medals, and became the 2001 World Junior Champion. He distinguished himself as a three-time U.S. National champion (2004–2006). Weir holds the distinction of being the youngest U.S. National champion since 1991 and was the first skater to win three consecutive U.S. National titles since Brian Boitano. He was also the first American to win the Cup of Russia in 2007.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

July 2, 1984: Johnny Weir's Birth

On July 2, 1984, John Garvin Weir was born. He is an American television commentator and retired figure skater.

1984: Father's Car Accident

In 1984, Johnny Weir's father, John Weir, had a disabling car accident, making it difficult for him to travel and attend his son's competitions.

1992: First Figure Skates

In 1992, after watching Kristi Yamaguchi win a gold medal at the Albertville Winter Olympics, Johnny Weir's parents bought him a pair of used figure skates.

1994: Inspired by Oksana Baiul and Nancy Kerrigan

In 1994, Johnny Weir was inspired to further pursue figure skating after watching Oksana Baiul compete at the 1994 Winter Olympics, during the sport's rise in popularity caused by the Nancy Kerrigan attack at the 1994 U.S. Figure Skating Championships.

1996: Family moved to Newark, Delaware

In early 1996, Johnny Weir's family moved to Newark, Delaware, so he could be near his training rink and coach.

2002: Graduated from Newark High School

In 2002, Johnny Weir graduated from Newark High School, where he was an honor roll student.

2005: Training with Hill and Tarasov

In 2005, Johnny Weir continued to train with Hill and Tarasov for the 2005-2006 season, and was ranked seventh-best in the world.

2009: Weir considers quitting figure skating

After the previous season, in 2009 Johnny Weir became depressed and was ready to quit figure skating before the 2009–2010 season, but his mother talked him into continuing and try to make the U.S. team for the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver.

June 2011: Weir participates in Los Angeles Pride Parade

In June 2011, Johnny Weir participated in the Los Angeles Pride Parade for the first time, serving as its grand marshal.

2011: Weir releases autobiography and comes out

In early 2011, Johnny Weir came out with the publication of his autobiography, "Welcome to My World".

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2011: Came Out Publicly

Johnny Weir came out in early 2011 and has been involved with LGBTQ activism.

January 2012: Marriage to Victor Voronov

In January 2012, Johnny Weir married Victor Voronov in a civil ceremony in New York City.

February 2014: Filing for Divorce

In February 2014, Johnny Weir filed for divorce from Victor Voronov.

2017: Bridesman at Tara Lipinski's Wedding

In 2017, Johnny Weir served as Tara Lipinski's "bridesman" at her wedding to Todd Kapostasy.

2021: Featured on MTV Cribs

As of 2021, Johnny Weir lived in Greenville, Delaware, in a home that was featured on MTV Cribs.

May 2023: Retirement from Performance Skating Announced

In May 2023, Johnny Weir announced his retirement from performance skating, which had been postponed due to COVID-19. He skated his final performances in May and June of 2023.

September 2023: Skating Academy Announcement

In September 2023, Johnny Weir announced that he would create a skating academy in Wilmington, Delaware, to train skaters for national and world competitions.