National champion. (NBC) The Night Court appearance even referenced Tara and Johnny’s incredible friendship, one they formed then they began to. He was elected to the U. If you've been wondering whether or not Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski are friends in real life, wonder no further, because they most definitely are. Team USA figure skating pair Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir have spoken out against Kamila Valieva’s inclusion in the 2022 Winter Olympics. Johnny Weir got married to his boyfriend, Victor Voronov, on December 30, 2011. Weir, the NBC figure skating announcer, brought 13 suitcases to South Korea (his broadcast partner, Tara Lipinski, brought nine). Credit: AP. Johnny Weir married his boyfriend, Victor Voronov, in 2011, but their marriage was rocky and ended in 2014. Johnny Weir acknowledges the crowd after performing his short program during the men's singles competition at the U. S. Here's what to know about him: Career accomplishments. S. (AP. Figure Skating. (AP. According to TMZ. 1/41. The deity arrives. And to them I say: Johnny Weir’s Olympic-themed hairstyle that the NBC commentator sported as he, Tara Lipinski and Terry Gannon helped co-host the Tokyo Closing Ceremony coverage was perfect. Johnny Weir Takes Funny Swipe at Kentucky, Ahead of Derby Weekend. Post-Olympics, Johnny has put his fame to good use, balancing performances in skating shows around the world with appearances at various benefits and charity events across the US. Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir judge among competing outfits on a "Project Runway" episode that aired in November 2021. on Saturday and will. He has a younger brother named Brian. Johnny Weir net worth 2022. ” 22 pairs of shoes. national figure skating champion and Olympic team bronze medalist Bradie Tennell last month in. Johnny Weir said he cried following his commentary of scandal-plagued Kamila Valieva ’s performance in the women’s figure skating short program at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. S. Weir competed in the 2006 and 2010 Winter Games, finishing in fifth and sixth place. Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir judge among competing outfits on a "Project Runway" episode that aired in November 2021. LOS ANGELES, Feb. Check out an exclusive clip below!Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. men's figure skating champion and the 2008 world bronze medalist. The Olympian and Delaware resident will perform his final U. As Soledad O’Brien says in her report, the broadcasting duo attracts more attention from figure skating fans these days than the competitors who take. I was not paying enough attention to the talking heads to know for sure. 135,094 likes · 16 talking about this. 18, 2010, file photo, United State's Johnny. Figure skater and television commentator Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympian (2006 and 2010 Winter Olympics), the 2008 World bronze medalist, a two-time Grand Prix Final bronze medalist, the 2001 World Junior Champion, and a three-time U. S. His height is 1. S. After letting fans watch renovations at his Greenville home on Instagram in recent years, Olympic figure skater and analyst Johnny Weir is about to bring the. IMDbPro Starmeter See rank. May 3, 2023 By paulmbanks Leave a Comment. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski decided to take part in the TIkTok “Drop Challenge. performing career with two sold-out shows. He is a two-time Olympian , the 2008 World bronze medalist, a two-time Grand Prix Final bronze medalist, the 2001 World Junior Champion, and a three-time U. View this post on Instagram . 14, 2018, in Gangneung, South. Valieva was found to have tested positive for a banned. 14, 2018. 75m) while his body weighs around 63kg. Tara Lipinski And Johnny Weir Packed 17 Suitcases For The Winter Olympics. The NBC figure skating analysts were mostly silent during the performance of the embattled skater Kamila Valieva. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. Johnny Weir is one of the most popular and successful American figure skaters in recent history. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski are Winter Olympians who are known for their ice skating coverage, but they've found a way to try some Summer Olympic sports without even leaving their hotel room. "We love fashion, we love clothing and we love just slaying our style and. Find out his age, achievements, personal life,. Former Olympians Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir have been stepping out in style while carrying out their duties as NBC commentators during the Rio Olympics. As for Tara Lipinski, one of her most memorable fashion moments is from 2018 when she was. Johnny Weir proved himself a star at the 2006 winter games in Italy, and was the center of media attention at the event. NBC figure skating commentators Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski have been catching some flack for their critiques of the figure skating performances at this year’s Olympic Winter Games. After years of speculation, the 36-year-old former figure skater confirmed that he is gay in his 2011 memoir, Welcome to the World. Johnny Weir/Instagram. Though he never medaled. Weir said he shared with Gold his own story of struggle. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski will wear these winning outfits from the "Project Runway" fashion competition on one of their Winter Olympics broadcasts. Weir is a two-time Olympian, competing in the 2006 Torino Games and the 2010 Vancouver Games. Editor’s Note: with the Kentucky Derby approaching this weekend, we re-post this. 18, 2010, file photo, United State's Johnny. Johnny Weir was born on 2 July 1984 in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, USA. 21 episode of the NBC show. At the 2006 Olympics, Weir placed second in the short program and then fell to fifth overall after the free skate. Tara Lipinksi and Johnny Weir Will Host NBC's Coverage of the Tokyo Olympics Closing Ceremony. Published July 31, 2021. Lipinski and Johnny Weir. champion and two-time Olympian (2006, 2010). The outfits were designed by Anna Zhou1. Adam Lambert (2010) – He reportedly dated singer Adam Lambert in 2010. 14, 2018, in. "We were the ones that actually reached out to NBC and said, 'Maybe you can audition us doing this. Johnny Weir was born on 2 July 1984 in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, USA. Courtesy Of ViacomCBS. Weir competed in the 2006 and 2010 Winter Games, finishing in fifth and sixth. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. 24: Pairs free. Tara Kristen Lipinski is a 39-year-old American former competitive figure skater, actress, and sports commentator born on June 10, 1982, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With their acerbic commentary and. S. February 22, 2018 8:42 PM EST. S. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski are giving fans an inside look at their digs for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics. The duo are prepared to bring out their best fashion this year at the 2022 Beijing Winter. I do know that when I saw Johnny, I was not impressed with his wardrobe. “He just looked so secure and confident. S. “All I feel I can say is that was the. I have always enjoyed watching you, whether it was through skating or commentating. Also. At the time Weir said he “can’t condone” the decision and. CNN —. Olympians-turned-broadcasters Weir and Tara Lipinski offered an uncharacteristically somber take for NBC on the 15-year-old Russian star skater’s. As for Tara Lipinski, one of her most memorable fashion moments is from 2018 when she was. After Jenna Ellis, a senior legal advisor for former President Donald Trump’s reelection campaign, questioned his “masculinity,” the. Johnny Weir acknowledges the crowd after performing his short program during the men's singles competition at the U. If you don’t have iTunes, download it for free. The only time they spoke during the performance was to note Valieva's jumps. FILE - In this Feb. Johnny Weir and Tara Lapinksi have been serving a whole lot of fashion at the 2018 Winter Olympics. Nasty divorce: Weir, pictured naked on his show Be Good Johnny Weir, was accused by Vornonov of sending nude photos and steamy messages to men online, and his husband also has nude images of him. Figure Skating Hall of Fame in 2020. Credit: AP. m. Night Court is bringing Olympians Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir into the courtroom for a "hilarious" guest appearance on Tuesday, Feb. S. Johnny Weir has already spent 20 minutes in hair and makeup, getting foundation applied and strands of foreign hair woven into his own, when Tara Lipinski bursts into the room — late, of course. RAW: Mikaela Shiffrin reflects on disappointment of Beijing Games. com about taking their partnership to the courtroom of Judge. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. champion (2004-06) said goodbye to his U. national champion (from 2004. S. Johnny Weir will join five others Saturday night in being inducted into the U. S. Oh, and the jackets! Johnny Weir has a net worth of an estimated $4 million. Tara Kristen Lipinski (born June 10, 1982) is an American former competitive figure skater, actress, sports commentator, and documentary film producer. Tara Lipinski, Johnny Weir Commentary Terse During Kamila Valieva's Skate, Say 'Thank God' She Doesn't Medal. In 2013, Delaware Valley Legacy Fund honored Weir as the 2013 National hero. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. S. Back in January of 2018, Johnny tweeted about why he didn't feel a need to. In 2021, he was inducted into the US Figure Skating Hall of Fame. The pair have been calling the sport together since the 2014 Olympics in Sochi and fans embraced. " Shows are. Johnny Weir’s Husband. They noted a jumping pass and stayed mum during an uncharacteristic stumble. No, it wasn't Meryl Davis and Charlie White's true love on ice. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski have been named NBC Sports Group’s new lead figure skating broadcast team, along with play-by-play announcer Terry Gannon, for the 2018 Winter Olympic Games. With the 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing in full swing, Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir are back to reclaim their title as sports commentating's most glamorous duo, and they've got suitcases full of. Nationals. Published on February 14, 2018 10:45PM EST. They weren't so much about the skaters as the NBC commentators -- Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir. By Michael Prieve / Updated: March 21, 2023 7:29 am EST. The Olympian and Delaware resident will perform his final U. FILE - In this Feb. Weir. (Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images) (Jean Catuffe via. After winning three figure skating U. Johnny Weir Responds After 'Masculinity' of His Outfit for Olympics Closing Ceremony Is Questioned. He was the youngest U. NBC this morning annointed Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski its lead figure-skating announcing team with play-by-play announcer Terry Gannon. Johnny Weir took to Twitter to respond to criticism of his one-of-a-kind look for the Olympics closing ceremony, which he cohosted with Tara Lipinski. In this file photo, Johnny Weir performs his free program during the men's figure skating competition at the Vancouver Olympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, Feb. 18, 2010. Advertisement. He has a fair complexion with black hair and sparkling green. , to John and Patti Weir. NBC Sports commentators Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir participated in a video spoof of 2018 U. Figure skating legends, turned commentators, now pop culture icons but more importantly, best friends. S. 15, 2010. Johnny Weir’s. 17 Images. Here's what to know about him: Career accomplishments. “He’s totally heartbroken. Also elected to the Class of 2021 is the late Sandy (Schwomeyer) Lamb. In 2021, he was inducted into the US Figure Skating Hall of Fame. “And three of Tara’s are the size of Audi S4s. (Watch the video below. Weir made his debut as lead analyst for Olympic figure skating at the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics alongside Gannon and Lipinski. Announcers Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski talk during the women's free skate program at the U. Johnny Weir Responds After 'Masculinity' of His Outfit for Olympics Closing Ceremony Is Questioned. When did Johnny Weir retire from figure skating? Weir took two seasons off from skating after the 2010 Olympics, but his career didn't end there. m. 6:14. 4 fur coats (all. While at the NBC studios on Sunday. Credit: AP. Link Copied! Johnny Weir, here in 2018, will be the Eurovision Song Contest commentator for Peacock. Johnny Weir (born John Garvin Weir on July 2, 1984 in Coatesville, Pennsylvania) is an American figure skater. 22. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympian, three-time U. He won the bronze medal at the 2008 World Championship. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. 8 suitcases: "Three of mine are the size of Ford Focuses," Weir said. In my job, I also strive to inspire and have saved people in ways that I can’t believe. It’s even better when it’s the Eurovision. National champion since 1991, in 2006 the first skater to win U. John Garvin Weir ( / ˈwɪər /; born July 2, 1984) is an American figure skater and television commentator. Meanwhile, Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski, playing themselves, appear in the courtroom as witnesses in a case. The News Journal. It lands right in the water. The. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. Weir is an American figure skater who has represented the US at the Olympics and World championships. Figure Skating Hall of Famers: three-time U. It's up to Dan Fielding (John Larroquette) to delay the proceedings long enough so Judge Stone can arrive in time to have a special celebrity encounter with the figure skating legends. 0:00. Championships title, he succeeded in winning a gold medal in Cup of Russia, silver medal in Skate America and sixth position in Winter Olympics 2010. NBC figure skating analysts Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir join TODAY to discuss Nathan Chen’s gold medal victory at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. Johnny WEIR. Sadly, the marital bliss could not last long. 135,094 likes · 16 talking about this. "I strongly disagree with this decision," Lipinski told NBC's Mike Tirico. NBC Chicago - Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski were uncharacteristically quiet during [Valieva's peformance and] expressed outrage and disappointment that the 15-year-old was allowed to perform amid a doping scandal. Tara won gold at the 1998 Olympic Games at age 15 and 255 days, making. Tara is the 1998 Olympic champion, and the 1997 US national and world champion. 8, the co-host of NBC's. One of the best parts of watching Olympic figure skating on TV is the great rapport between commentators Tara Lipinsk i and Johnny Weir, both great figure skaters and Olympic competitors. S. S. S. champion, a two-time Olympian and a World Championships medalist in figure skating. Weir is a two-time Olympian, competing in the 2006 Torino Games and the 2010 Vancouver Games. Like this: When the first round of ice dance began Sunday, a brother-sister team opened as the first of 24 dancers, and Johnny Weir immediately said, "Sharing DNA helps these two, I think. By Abigail Abrams February 15, 2018 9:01 PM EST. OK, but who are Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir again? Here’s what you need to know. . Weir is a two-time Olympian, competing in the 2006 Torino Games and the 2010 Vancouver Games. (L-R) Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir prepare for the start of the pair skating short program at the Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018 on Feb. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski took home gold at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi — for commentating and fashion, that is. Weir, the NBC figure skating announcer, brought 13 suitcases to South Korea (his broadcast partner, Tara Lipinski, brought nine). Johnny Weir: We have a “goody. MEGA. March 27, 2023 · 2 min read. Team United States of America. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympian, three-time U. During NBC Sports’ coverage of the women’s free skate competition at the Olympics. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympian, three-time U. Credit: AP. athletes outraged about Kamila’s doping scandal. Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir are the best of friends in real life; viewers will have to tune in to see how the Night Court writers scripted their dynamic for the February 21 episode! Her comments. S. (Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images) (Jean Catuffe via. Year of Birth 1984. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who dazzled during his. men's figure skating champion and the 2008 world bronze medalist. Johnny Weir, of course! Of their friendship, Lipinski told People, "He's my very best friend. Delaware News Journal. With the 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing in full swing, Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir are back to reclaim their title as sports commentating's most glamorous duo, and they've got suitcases full of. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski are teaming up again and this time they are covering the fabulous fashion at the Kentucky Derby!NBC announced today that the two will be fashion experts for the 140th running of the # KyOaks and # KyDerby on May 2nd and 3rd at Churchill Downs. Watch out Rio – Johnny and Tara are comin’ to town! Colorful former Olympic figure skaters turned sports commentators Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski will act as NBC culture correspondents for. The two excoriated the Russian officials around her while offering a glimmer of sympathy for the 15-year-old, whose numerous mistakes dropped her from first place to fourth in the final. com. The time has come for Johnny Weir. Weir had two coaches in his competitive figure skating. A three-time U. For Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski, when it comes to the Olympics, there's no such thing as overpacking. Though he never medaled, Weir placed fifth in the men's singles in 2006 and sixth in the men's singles. Johnny Weir, a Quarryville native who competed at the 2006 and 2010 Olympics, wore a headpiece in the shape of the Olympic rings on the side of his head, styled by Mariola Zysk, while co-hosting. Johnny Weir might be America’s best sports broadcaster. Last week, Valieva tested positive for trimetazidine, a drug. Johnny Weir Wiki:-Johnny Weir is an American figure skater along with being a television commentator. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski decided to take part in the TIkTok “Drop Challenge. While figure skater Kamila Valieva unraveled, NBC commentators Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir stayed on point at the Beijing Winter Olympics on Thursday. “Despite it being Tara. alongside Nagano 1998 gold medalist Tara Lipinski, Weir also contributes to TV coverage of the Kentucky Derby, the National Dog Show and a myriad of events, as well as remaining a mainstay on the skating show circuit, often doing appearances in Russia and Japan. Johnny Weir was a two-time figure skating Olympian and is currently an analyst for NBC Olympics By Marsha Green • Published February 10, 2022 • Updated on February 10, 2022 at 6:19 pm WireImageJohnny Weir will be an analyst for NBC's coverage with Tara Lipinski at the US Figure Skating Championships in Nashville through Sunday. Figure skating outfits are impressive, but the real gold medal goes to Johnny Weir. man to qualify for the Winter Olympics. MTV 'Cribs' featuring Greenville home of Olympic figure skater Johnny Weir airs Wednesday night. FIRST LOOK: Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski reunite on “Night Court”. Every morning for the past week, I have woken up, made myself a. S. Valieva was found to have tested positive for a banned. (Hey, he beat his personal-best skate!) Johnny Weir attends Figure Skating in Harlem's 2010 Skating with the Stars benefit gala in Central Park on April 5, 2010 in New York City. S. Love them, hate them, or something in between, there's no denying that Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir have become a staple of figure skating commentary on NBC. At age 12, he was already able to do a single axel. Weir is a two-time Olympian, competing in the 2006 Torino Games and the 2010 Vancouver Games. 5K views. PHOTOS: Johnny Weir's Epic Outfits Deserve Their Own Gold Medal. With the 2022 Olympic Games in Beijing in full swing, Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir are back to reclaim their title as sports commentating's most glamorous duo, and they've got suitcases full of. FILE - In this Feb. He was the star of his own reality series, Be Good Johnny Weir on the Logo Network, for which he won the 2010 NewNowNext Award for Most Addictive Reality Star. Delaware figure skater Johnny Weir will retire from public performance following a show at the Skating Club of Wilmington on. Johnny Weir is once again making a statement at the Winter Olympics. Johnny Weir: It was a great honor to be a part of the winning and losing team. Credit: AP. 0:00. Johnny Weir was born John Garvin Weir on July 2, 1984 in Coatesville, Penn. Weir competed in the 2006 and 2010 Winter Games, finishing in fifth and sixth. ジョン・ガーヴィン・"ジョニー"・ウィアー＝ヴォロノフ（John Garvin "Johnny" Weir-Voronov 1984年 7月2日 - ）は、アメリカ合衆国の元フィギュアスケート選手（男子シングル）。 2006年トリノオリンピック5位、2010年バンクーバーオリンピック6位入賞。 2008年世界選手権銅メダリスト。Subscribe to. He is an American former competitive figure skater. Figure Skating champion Johnny Weir has been elected to the U. Jean Catuffe/Getty Images. The skating club, which first opened in 1964, will host about 170 performers across the two-night event, including special celebrity guest skaters, such as Weir. He finally got qualified for U. The time has come for Johnny Weir. In 2020, Weir was inducted into the U. His ensemble for the closing ceremony was no. Johnny Weir, 2010. He is a two-time Olympian, a two-time Grand Prix Final bronze medalist, 2008 World bronze medalist, 2001 World Junior Champion, and a three-time U. Delaware News Journal. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. Team United States of America. Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir were bonding over their Céline bags while sitting outside of the NBC studios in Stamford, Connecticut, in 2013 when they had an idea. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski were uncharacteristically quiet during Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva's performance Tuesday morning after the announcers expressed outrage and disappointment. 0:35. The 2022 Winter Olympics are officially kicking off tonight and, naturally, there are. " Shows are Friday and Saturday, March 31 and April 1. The broadcasting career of American figure skater Johnny Weir began in October 2013, after he retired from figure skating competition and joined NBC as a figure skating analyst at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. Figure Skating Hall of Famer, makes his fourth NBC Olympics appearance this summer in Tokyo. One of the best parts of watching Olympic figure skating on TV is the great rapport between commentators Tara Lipinsk i and Johnny Weir, both great figure skaters and Olympic competitors. In 2014, he retired from competition and began a broadcast career as a sports commentator. He continues to live in Greenville, Del. Actor. Figure Skating Hall of Fame in a ceremony at Renaissance Nashville hotel downtown. S. S. What is Johnny Weir’s salary? According to some analysts and correspondents, Weir is estimated to earn $500,000 annually. national figure skating champion Bradie Tennell. He returned to the ice in 2012, with his sights. Not you being homophobic…. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. Johnny Weir is a published author: In 2011, Johnny wrote Welcome to My World. Insider recommends waking. He was the youngest U. Pairs team Audrey Lu and Misha Mitrofanov and skater Ting Cui are also scheduled to perform. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympian, three-time U. Like this: When the first round of ice dance began Sunday, a brother-sister team opened as the first of 24 dancers, and Johnny Weir immediately said, "Sharing DNA helps these two, I think. Johnny Weir, a two-time Olympian and U. Tara Lipinski And Johnny Weir Packed 17 Suitcases For The Winter Olympics. figure skating championships in Spokane, Wash. Just a month after starring as part of NBC's Winter Olympics coverage in Sochi, Russia, former Olympic figure skater Johnny Weir announced that he is getting divorced. Fans greet Weir in Tokyo in November 2008. — Johnny Weir (@JohnnyGWeir) February 15, 2022 Lipinski, who at 15 — the same age as Valieva — became the youngest figure skater to win a gold medal in 1998, suggested. Johnny Weir is a handsome guy in his who is perfectly beautiful in his way. Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir are making their Olympic debuts as NBC’s lead figure-skating analysts in Pyeongchang. 📲 Subscribe to @olympics: The USA's Johnny Weir talks about his life, first memories of the sport and the sport of figure skating i. (1. How does that happen? JW: We worked the Super Bowl a few years ago for NBC, and the best thing that came out of it. national champion in men's figure skating and a two-time Olympian. During the live grand final show, using innovative technology, fans will be able to interact and ask Weir questions throughout the stream of "Watch with Johnny Weir: Eurovision Song Contest. Prior to their Night Court debut on the episode titled "Train Court," Lipinski and Weir opened up to PopCulture. John Weir was born on July 2, 1984 (age 37 years) in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, United States. Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski may just be Sochi's most outrageous and fabulous duo. On her wedding day, the former Olympic figure skater treated collaborator and best friend Johnny Weir, a two-time Olympic figure skater, to an assortment of special gifts. The former Olympians Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir always pull a perfect 10 when it comes to their Olympics fashion. He returned to the ice in 2012, with his sights. MEGA. national champion in men's figure skating and a two-time Olympian. Screenshot via NBC. unraveled, NBC commentators. When did Johnny Weir retire from figure skating? Weir took two seasons off from skating after the 2010 Olympics, but his career didn't end there. Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir were bonding over their Céline bags while sitting outside of the NBC studios in Stamford, Connecticut, in 2013 when they had an idea. S. Johnny Weir, from his autobiography, Welcome to My World. 872K Followers, 174 Following, 4,321 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from JOHNNY WEIR (@johnnygweir) Johnny Weir to retire from performing. national champion, Weir also won a bronze medal at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy. . 372. Johnny Weir is a two-time Olympic figure skater who transitioned to commentary after retiring from the sport in 2013. 18, 2010, file photo, United State's Johnny. , Friday, Jan. S. men's figure skating champion and 2008 World Championship bronze medalist. He returned to the ice in 2012, with his sights. Nationals in a row, Weir made his debut at the. "Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski on Nathan Chen’s first skate at 2022 Winter Olympics.