Olympic legend Tara Lipinski calls daughter Georgie her “biggest win” after infertility battle. Life beyond skating gold.
What Made Tara Lipinski’s 1998 Olympics Unforgettable?
At just 15, Tara Lipinski became the youngest individual gold medalist in Winter Olympics history by defeating skating icons like Michelle Kwan.
This week, she celebrated the 26th anniversary of her 1998 Nagano triumph—but these days, her biggest win isn’t on the ice.
How Did Motherhood Change Tara’s Perspective?
In an emotional Instagram post, Lipinski called her daughter Georgie, born via surrogate in 2023, her “biggest gold medal.”
After a five-year infertility struggle, she wrote, “She’s my biggest gold medal.
How sweet life is with her.” Sleepless nights? “The best tired I’ve ever been,” she told PEOPLE.
What’s Tara’s Message to Her Younger Self?
Reflecting on her Olympic journey, Lipinski praised her teenage grit: “I fought through nerves and demons.”
Now 42, she hopes to pass on the “power of dreaming” to Georgie.
“It makes life magical,” she wrote, citing skating as her “first love” even as an NBC broadcaster.
Will Georgie Follow Tara to the Olympics?
Georgie’s already dipping her toes into the family biz—she joined Lipinski at the 2024 Paris Games. Next stop? The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.
Lipinski joked about balancing work and motherhood: “I’m almost too excited to nap because she’s there.”
How Does Tara Balance Skating and Broadcasting?
Alongside Terry Gannon and Johnny Weir, Lipinski remains a lead NBC commentator.
“Lucky” to stay connected to skating, she credits her career longevity to passion—and maybe Georgie’s future front-row giggles during broadcasts.
Quick Facts: Tara Lipinski’s Journey
- Historic Win: Youngest individual gold medalist (15) in 1998.
- Family Joy: Welcomed Georgie via surrogate in 2023 after 5-year struggle.
- Broadcast Duo: NBC commentator with Johnny Weir and Terry Gannon.
- Life Motto: “Believe anything is possible.”
- Next Goal: Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics coverage.