Quick Info
| Profession | Figure Skater |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 08/08/2005 |
| Age | 20 years |
| Birthplace | Clovis, California, USA |
Latest News about Alysa Liu
19/02/2026
Alysa Liu won the gold medal in women's singles at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, scoring a career-best total of 226.79 points with her free skate to 'MacArthur Park' by Donna Summer. This marked the first U.S. women's Olympic figure skating gold since 2002, following her team event gold earlier in the Games. Liu, who retired at 16 after Beijing 2022, returned in 2024 and dominated with personal bests in the short program (76.59) and overall score.
17/02/2026
Alysa Liu contributed to the U.S. team's gold medal in the figure skating team event at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics. She became the first U.S. woman to win two golds at a single Olympic Games. This victory capped her remarkable comeback after a two-year retirement.
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Bio/Wiki
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 4" (163 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Extra Light Ash Brown, Light Ash Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/University | University of California, Los Angeles |
| Educational Qualification | High school graduate (currently on leave from UCLA) |
Personal Life
| Piercing | Lip Frenulum Piercing |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Arthur Liu (attorney) |
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| Mother | Yan Qingxin 'Mary' |
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Career
| Overview | Alysa Liu's figure skating journey began at age five, progressing rapidly through various competitions. She made her international debut in 2019 at the ISU Junior Grand Prix in Lake Placid, where she became the first American female skater to master a quadruple jump. Over the years, she has set numerous records in figure skating and won multiple medals at national and international events, establishing herself as a trailblazer in the sport. After retiring in 2022 at age 16 following the Beijing Olympics and a world bronze medal, she returned in 2024, rediscovering joy in the sport on her own terms. |
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Style Quotient
| Signature Look | Alysa is known for her unique 'halo' hairstyle, incorporating a hair band each year she skates, resembling tree rings. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/alysaxliu/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/profile.php |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Alysa is the oldest of five siblings, with two younger sisters and triplet brothers. | |
| 2. Her father is a Chinese activist who fled China in 1989 due to the Tiananmen Square protests. | |
| 3. She was homeschooled to balance her training and education. | |
| 4. Before her retirement announcement in 2022, she was a prominent figure in U.S. figure skating. | |
| 5. Liu has been featured in various magazines and commercials, including brands like Toyota, Nike, and Samsung. | |
| 6. She has a black cat named Sesame. | |
| 7. She speaks Mandarin. | |
| 8. Coached by Phillip DiGuglielmo and Massimo Scali. | |
| 9. Competed at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, finishing 6th in women's singles. | |
| 10. Height listed as 158 cm by ISU. | |
| 11. Hometown is Richmond, CA. |