born 1971
Kristi Yamaguchi is an American figure skater and Olympic gold medalist, known for her achievements in the sport during the late 1980s and early 1990s. She won the gold medal in women's singles at the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville, France, and is also a two-time World Champion. After her competitive career, Yamaguchi has been involved in various charitable efforts and has authored several books.