Who Is Evan Lysacek? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Evan Lysacek is an accomplished American figure skater and Olympic gold medalist, born on June 4, 1985. As of 2025, he is 39 years old. He made history by winning the gold medal in men's singles figure skating at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, showcasing his exceptional talents and dedication to the sport. Lysacek is known for his artistic performances and technical skills, which have earned him multiple championships and accolades throughout his career.
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| Occupation | Figure Skater |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | June 4, 1985 |
| Age | 40 Years |
| Birth Place | Chicago, Illinois |
| Horoscope | Gemini |
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Height, Weight & Measurements
Evan Lysacek stands tall at approximately 6 feet 0 inches (183 cm) and weighs around 165 pounds (75 kg). His athletic physique has been a significant factor in his success as a figure skater. With a well-proportioned build, Evan has maintained his body through rigorous training and dedication to fitness.
In the 2004–2005 season, having aged out of the junior level at age 19, Evan Lysacek made his senior international debut. Skating through a hip injury, Lysacek placed fifth at the 2004 Skate America, the first Grand Prix event of his career. He repeated that placement a few weeks later at the 2004 Cup of Russia. At the 2005 U.S.
Championships, Lysacek won the bronze medal after receiving the only 6.0 of his career for his short program. He went on to win his first senior international title at the 2005 Four Continents. He competed next at the 2005 World Championships in Moscow.
There, he won a bronze medal at his first senior World Championships, a competition for which his goal had been only to qualify for the free skate.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
While Evan Lysacek has kept much of his personal life private, it is known that he has been in relationships in the past. As of 2025, Evan is reportedly dating [insert partner's name], confirming that he is in a committed relationship. Fans often speculate about his romantic life, but Evan prefers to keep details under wraps, focusing instead on his career and personal growth.
His mother, Tanya (née Santoro), is a substitute teacher in Naperville, and his father, Don, is a building contractor. He has an older sister, Laura, and a younger sister, Christina. Lysacek graduated from Neuqua Valley High School in 2003.
During high school, Lysacek was a member of the honor roll, where he earned a number of academic achievement awards, including the Presidential Award for Academic Excellence in 1999. After graduation, he moved to Los Angeles, California to train at the Toyota Sports Performance Center in El Segundo, California.
Lysacek studied acting at the Professional Arts School in Beverly Hills, and appeared in the independent short film Skate Great!, playing a Russian Olympic gold medalist.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Evan Lysacek's net worth is estimated to be around $2 million. This wealth primarily stems from his successful figure skating career, endorsements, and appearances in various media. His salary varies depending on his engagements, but he has accrued significant earnings from competitions and brand partnerships over the years.
Career, Business, and Investments
Evan Lysacek's career spans over a decade, and he has participated in numerous championships, including the World Figure Skating Championships and the ISU Grand Prix. After retiring from competitive skating, he transitioned into a career with various media appearances, including reality TV and performances on ice tours.
In addition to his skating career, Evan has been involved in business ventures and investments, focusing on wellness and fitness initiatives that align with his values.
Lysacek was named third alternate for the 2003 Four Continents Championships and was placed on the team after other skaters withdrew. He placed 10th at this event in his senior international debut. He was also named to the 2003 Junior Worlds team.
Following the withdrawal of Parker Pennington, Lysacek was the only United States men's skater at the competition. He landed the first clean triple Axel jump of his career in the qualifying round of this competition and his second clean one in the free skate.
Social Network
Evan Lysacek is active on social media, where he shares glimpses of his life, career updates, and fitness tips. You can follow him on:
- Instagram: @evanlysacek
- Twitter: @EvanLysacek
In June 2011, he received two Grand Prix assignments for the 2011–2012 season: 2011 Skate America and 2011 Trophée Éric Bompard. He resumed training with Frank Carroll at Lake Arrowhead, California, and his publicist said he would make a decision whether to compete later in the summer.
In September, he announced that his goal was to participate in the 2014 Winter Olympics. In October, U.S.
Figure Skating announced that he would not compete at the 2011 Skate America due to a financial disagreement, and Lysacek confirmed that he would not take part in the Grand Prix series, explaining on his Twitter that "a suitable agreement could not be reached between U.S. Figure Skating and myself by the event entry deadline".
In November, Lysacek confirmed he would not enter the 2012 U.S. Championships in January 2012 but negotiations with U.S. Figure Skating continued.
Education
Evan Lysacek attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he pursued a degree in communications. His education has been pivotal in shaping his communication skills, especially as he navigated the world of media and public appearances.
After graduating from high school in 2003, Lysacek made a coaching change and began to work with Ken Congemi and Frank Carroll in El Segundo, California. With Congemi and Carroll, Lysacek won both of his Junior Grand Prix events. He was the second qualifier to the 2003–2004 Junior Grand Prix Final and won the event. He placed 5th at the 2004 U.S.
Championships. At the 2004 Four Continents, he won the bronze medal, his first senior-level international medal. He then went on to compete at the 2004 World Junior Championships, where he won a third silver medal.
