Several members of the U.S. Figure Skating community are feared dead after a collision between an American Airlines plane and an Army helicopter in Washington, D.C. Figure skating icons like Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding expressed their condolences and shared messages of support for the victims' families. Leading figures in the skating world, including Kristi Yamaguchi and Brian Boitano, also reacted to the tragedy, offering prayers and expressing their grief.
Figure skating icon Nancy Kerrigan broke down in tears Thursday after it was revealed that several members of U.S. Figure Skating were among the victims feared dead following an American Airlines collision with an Army helicopter late Wednesday night."I just wish them well, the families, and their courage and their strength to make the next steps.
Figure Skating Championships in Wichita, Kansas, which concluded on Sunday. Legendary figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi also reacted on social media, writing, "My heart breaks for my skating community and all who are involved in the plane crash. Too much is still unknown, Sending love and prayers." Olympic gold medalist Brian Boitano also spoke out, writing, "My heart breaks for my skating family today and my thoughts and prayers go out to all those impacted by this horrible tragedy.
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