One of the few legendary athletes to revolutionize men’s figure skating, Brian Boitano wowed audiences with his gravity-defying jumping power, precise artistic control, and trademark charisma. Following the invention of his signature “Tano” jump, he even rewrote professional skating’s rulebook and, in turn, became a globally recognized pop-culture icon.
Now, 62, the skating phenom is reflecting on his decades-long career. In one of his latest posts to Instagram, Boitano not only name-checks one of his favorite programs but does so by honoring the late Peabo Bryson, the two-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter who passed away last Thursday, June 2.
“Hearing of Peabo Bryson’s passing today brings back such special memories,” Boitano’s post reads. “I was lucky enough to spend some time with him this past year, reminiscing about the TV special where I skated to one of his greatest hits, ‘Can You Stop the Rain.’ Getting to perform to his incredible live vocals remains one of my absolute favorite programs.”
The program took place during a classic figure skating exhibition, when Boitano skated to the R&B balladeer’s soaring hit “Can You Stop the Rain.” During the program, Boitano performed his signature triple lutz (with his free arm held over his head, of course), as well as elegant choreography and refined footwork, all while Bryson showed off his powerful vocals live.
Recorded for the televised figure skating specialKristi Yamaguchi’s Golden Moment, the performance was one part of a gala showcasing Olympic champions who rather than skate to recorded tracks, glided to live performances.
Alongside Boitano and Bryson, performers on these specials have included skaters such as Scott Hamilton, Kurt Browning, and Ekaterina Gordeeva, as well as musical artists such as Martina McBride, Bobby Caldwell, and Lea Salonga.
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Famous for his Disney film duets and romantic soul ballads, Bryson gifted music fans with iconic collaborations, including “Beauty and the Beast” with Celine Dion and “A Whole New World” with Regina Belle. Dubbed the “Voice of Love,” Bryson and his smooth, operatic tenor helped shape the modern R&B genre.
As for Boitano, he retired from competitive skating in 1994 after winning the 1988 World Championship and scoring gold at the 1988 Winter Games in Calgary, where “The Battle of the Brians”—a nail-biting rivalry between Boitano and Canadian Brian Orser—played out in the U.S.’s favor. He continued to tour and perform for several years after.
Today, he’s lighting up social media with both vintage footage and new clips of his skating—yes, he’s still out there cutting ice and proving he’s the epitome of grace and power.
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