I had seen T&D skate the Bolero but while admiring it had never considered it deeply. Then Christofer described the essence of the dance, a Romeo and Juliet type love story, where they throw themselves into a fiery pit at the end. I realised that we were not to see the dance in the interview and paused the interview to allow me to bring up their World Championship triumph. and re-view it. I was totally knocked out. At the end, where they throw themselves onto the ice (into the pit!!), the camera focussed on Janes face. For seconds she was waiting for the fire to devour them, then she opened up her eyes, basically rejoined us, and smiled slowly but in triumph. I don't think I took a breath as they finished, only when Jane knew they were alive once more. Wonderful, wonderful story telling, what a great pair they were (and still are in their twilight years).
They were absolutely the greatest of all time. In their day, it was them above and beyond everyone else. No one even came close to them. I was fortunate enough to see them skate, live, at World’s in 81’, 82’ and 83’. Even their compulsory dances were superior. Anyway, to this day, I can still remember watching those routines and being completely in awe of them.
Thank you for asking the "crossing the line" question. Their response reaffirmed what MANY of us fans thought for years. There was a romantic spark between them. However, even as late teenagers, they realized that having a relationship off the ice would definitely (and potentially negatively) impact their on-ice performance. Thus, they forfeited romance in order to have friendship and professional success. Their coach, Betty Calloway, put it this way, "They had this special contact with each other... I don't think they realized that Bolero was them."
That’s the first thing I noticed from the start all those years ago was the eye contact between Jane and Chris. They maintained that as they danced. Not just putting on a show for an audience, they were there doing the one thing they both loved. Always innovative, always in sync, always perfection, never flashy always humble. The received respect and the accolades they deserved. Countless fans like me now know that they’ve retired, but they’ve certainly earned it. There are some events in life you never forget, one for me is Jane and Chris.❤❤
I didn’t expect that they said they didn’t make eye contact. It did look like Chris was. Maybe he was looking past the top of her head and that’s what led me to ‘eye contact’. In any case, he looked like he really cared for her and I’m sure hi did. It doesn’t change my opinion of them in any way. I’ve got my tickets to see them next year when they come to Melbourne Australia.🦘❤️
One of the really good parts of this interview is that they did not ask any questions about their personal lives, marriages, children etc. Very professionally done with a lot of wonderful insights into what made them such accomplished, successful skaters. I would have enjoyed if they would have had the chance to tell us how they came up with their most iconic performances after winning the Olympics.
My late sister fell in love with Jayne and Chris in 1979 and said they would be the best that the world would ever see. She saw them at the 1980 Olympics ( on tv) just before she passed away and was excited for the forthcoming season . I took it to heart and fell in love with them too. I was fortunate to be able to see them live 14 times . They never made a mistake and never ceased to amaze . My sister was right and there is never going to be anyone better on ice .
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful interview with Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean. I admire them since I was a kid in the 1980s. Their "Bolero" was the most beautiful performance I have ever seen on the ice until this time. I was fascinated from their breathtaking charisma, their magically eye contact, from the pure beauty of ice dancing. They still are the best ice dancers of the world for me. After so many years of being partners on ice and of friends of lifetime, Jayne and Chris still shows their deeply respect and their absolutely honesty to each other, something many people seems to have lost. That's why I love and admire them so much. Lovely Greetings from Germany
Love Torvill &Dean. Grew up in awe of their work. They belong to a unique group of people, their dedication and incredible hard graft and determination may be available to us all, but not many go for it. And it’s that which separates them from Joe Public. All the Greats have it. Much respect and thank you for sharing your gift to us all to enjoy so much x
Thank you for Nottingham Council for sponsoring them to be able to train for the Olympics and Worlds. They did repay the money once they turned professional I understand that but nobody seems to give any credit to Nottingham for their help.
@@patlaing4489 Good point! I was surprised that the sponsorship from Nottingham Council was completely ignored in that biographical film of their journey to the 1984 Olympics that ITV made a few years ago. Firstly, because the money and the chance it gave them to train full-time was such a game-chsnger for Jayne and Chris, but also because it was quite controversial at the time: not everyone was convinced it was a good use of ratepayers (these days it would be Council Tax-payers') money, although T&D quickly proved it was a great investment by winning European and World titles within a year of receiving the first instalment of the grant.
Lots of 'Joe public' demonstrate, dedication and hard work, in their jobs or families. Its about people's situations. They were lucky to be able to spend their time on their sport. Some people have to spend their time providing for family, children, looking after sick parents, throwing themselves into their jobs. Yes they were incredible, but also privileged to be able to do that. It cost money to train and travel in competitive skating. Not every family has the money to give their children professional lessons, training etc. It's like any sport really. There are plenty of children with talent, who don't get to practise or compete, because of financial circumstances.
Beautiful interview. Rare privilege for laypeople to hear this sort of mature reflection so many years after we saw that matchless Olympic performance. Thank you for filming and sharing it.
I feel their strengths as a couple were patience, tolerance, acceptance, forgiveness and admiration for each other. Very rare gifts. I feel proud to be English after listening to this interview. Greetings from Melbourne Australia
What a great interview. It just seemed like a chat between friends. They have left us some awesome memories. They changed ice dance forever with those spectacular routines.
As an avid ice skating lover, (could be found on the ice myself all the time as a young girl whenever the winters in The Netherlands were cold enough) I adored these two. Was fortunate enough to see them performing live in Melbourne many years later after they had retired from competetive skating. They were sheer magic and I don't think we'll ever see their equals.
I wish I’d come across this video before my Mom passed away. I developed my love of figure skating from her. When I was just a little girl she always watched figure skating anytime it was on. I’m 61 and Peggy Fleming was the first skater I recall watching and Dick Button was the commentator. When I was little, my Dad’s job was to take my dress off after church on Sundays before dinner so it didn’t get dirty. I always wore a slip underneath & I remember like it was yesterday “skating” around the dining room table in my slip & stocking feet. Torvill & Dean were one of her favorite pairs to watch. My Mom passed away on 12/09/23. She was fortunate to live 95 years & she never had dementia or issues like that. She watched figure skating during the 2023 season just like she had my whole life. My Mom would have loved this interview. She lived with me the last 7 years of her life & we had a habit of always calling out to the other whenever we found that figuring skating was on TV. If I close my eyes I can just hear her calling, “Judith, ice skating is on channel x at 2”. Gosh, I really miss her.
I think their friendship worked so well because they were actually mates. It wasn’t sexual, it was two people working towards an amazing goal. They were extraordinarily hard workers in an error when all their competition was trained and taken care but these two had a day job!! it was an extraordinary achievement
This was such a pleasure to watch and I appreciate how you both gave Jayne and Chris space to answer the questions in their own time but then followed up where appropriate. Very unusual to see them both so reflective and would honestly love a part 2 after their final tour because I'd love to know more about how the 94 Olympics may have shaped their thinking about performance.
Having followed them since 1981, reading their biography from their competitive career which was written in the moment as I was following it, it is fascinating to hear them look back and reminisce about those moments now with hindsight, learned experience and wistfulness. They have always been so humble and just lovely people and I remember Chris saying he wanted to retire before people started saying ‘oh it’s those old skaters again, pushing them round the ice’😂
But you would have thought she would have worn some make up, did something with her hair and not wear your pyjamas, if you were going to be interviewed!
I’ve never been as mesmerized by any ice dance performers as I was by these two. Maybe they aren’t as technically proficient as modern day teams but the chemistry between Torvill and Dean was amazing.
An intelligent and respectful interview. It was wonderful to hear Torvill and Dean speak about their career in such an articulate and considered way. (On another subject: would you consider similar interviews of dancers and musicians?).
It is absolutely amazing and mind boggling to listen to them. Still totally in sync.. really.. after all these years, in sync. Same mindset, same view but in the end.. in sync completely... No wonder they won and made unforgettable performances that still captivates! By the way, amazing interview, well done guys. You really went in there and they didn't shy away one bit. I got emotional, such partnership and friendship.
I will never forget watching their performance to Bolaro live at the 1984 Olympics… it was totally mesmerising & utterly beautiful. I have yet to see another performance that moves me like that did(& still does…definitely tears at the end. ⛸️⛸️🥹🥹🥹) Was so blessed to see them perform many years ago when they came to Australia
Thank you. A wonderful interview. Two totally successful people who haven’t let it change them, which is probably fairly rare. You can see and feel the love, respect, trust and friendship in their partnership.
As @dubrolga commented, "This couple was not only highly technical, but also highly intellectual." I've watched many documentaries and interviews about them, and it was obvious that Christopher Dean was the intellectual driving force, and Jane was his muse.
They paved the way for all that came after them. Their intricate lifts, turns, synchronized 'mirror' work, innovative use of the ice floor and musicality allowed for much more artistry to come into the compulsory technical elements of both short and long form competition, and free dance. They were also superb athletes.
I love the history of figure skating. I am American. In 1961 the entire US skating was killed on the way to Prague. I have watched the old films of those who died and they were amazing. Jayne and Dean are the perfect pair. They are beautiful people and extremely ahead of their time. I love them. I love to watch 1984 and they received perfect scores. i watch everything I can find out about these two talented peole. THEY WON LILLEHAMER! They had a great program. Meryl Davis and Charlie White are great ice dancers. These two are better!
Saw T&D in Perth when pregnant with my second child. Had contractions through the second half of the performance but did not want to leave. Baby was born the following day at 11am. Memorable😍
I remember the winning Olympic performance like it was yesterday still fills me with emotion it was spectacular especially the use of bolero my favourite piece of music ever
They were absolutely brilliant on and off the ice, saw them as a was a young skater in an intense skating summer clinic. They were inspiring, especially Torvill who kindly let me use her skate polish once she saw how blackened my white skates were
My first wife and I walked straight past them and their trainer, whilst on an evening out in London in the early 80s. It wasn't until after they had passed us that we realised who had just walked by. By which time, it was too late to ask for their autographs.
I still remember when they skated Bolero at the olympics & watched them on tv & I loved the music as I heard it & literally held my breathe as they danced & all the audience were breathless as well & then at the end there was an explosion as we all came back to earth & I was on my legs clapping as hard as the audience. It is still my favourite piece & I get just as much pleasure watching it today as I did back then. Truly I had never followed ice skating before them or since as no other couple have ever given me as much pleasure to watch as Torvill & Dean. I had just watched one of their pieces a day ago & wondered what had happened to them so it was a pleasure to sit & listen to this interview!!
What an inspiration these two people are. Skating is such a beautiful sport. Unfortunately, skating rings have been demolished and blocks of flats have replaced them.
Очень хорошее интервью. Джейн и Крис друзья на всю жизнь. Шикарные танцоры в первой половине 80-х г.г.20 века. Совершенно справедливое золото на Олимпиаде в Сараево в 1984 г. Досадная неудача спустя 10 лет на Олимпиаде в Норвегии. Для своих лет они прекрасно выглядят,хотя Джейн очень болела. Реформаторы ледового танца. Они дружат и с Бестемьяновой Букиным,которые были их постоянными соперниками в 1978-1984 г.г. Здоровья им и их семьям. Вечная память Бетти Калловей,их тренеру.
What a wonderful example how becoming Olympic Champions keep them Humble and Great to see and demonstrate what dedication means. Their personalities were so well matched.Ravels Bolero was revolutionary in the sport where the usually choice of up tempo Dance music was used . Their choice was spell binding. Their costumes The Music And the skating was magical. What a wonderful way to put your mark on such a well loved sport. They will go down as one of The Best Ice Dancing Couples in History. Delightful interview.
To this day, I am in awe every time I watch this performance 😮👏🏼❤️⛸️. It will always be such a mesmerizing work of beauty for me. Thank you 🙏🏻 Torvill & Dean for the gift of a lifetime and a lifetime of achievement of both a professional and personal relationship. Bravo 👏🏼 and God bless you both 🙏🏻😘❤️🥇.
I don’t think Jayne is stone cold as Chris said she’s shown emotions a lot I thought that wasn’t called for but despite that comment it was an awesome interview , like many I wish they were a couple but I don’t think they would have continue for all these years something would have to give the relationship or the skating but they do have an amazing bond Chris is very fortunate he had her as an partner cause I don’t think many would be as easy going as her in dealing with his intensity, don’t think there will ever be a other like this couple cause on their commitment and not to win or get medals but because they loved the sport so much 50 years on and still wanting to skate amazing !!!!!
“Enjoying what you do”. So important for body, soul and universe. I’d just add, provided you are aiming upward. I mean, a serial killer loves what they do. A psychopath too. And what about people who oscillate and take time to find it - Van Gogh say, and then are ill received. He loved what he did, was a genius, but not recognised. What about people who “don’t enjoy what they do” but get massive social and financial rewards and so can support their family which gives them joy. So wisdom is very nuanced.
Have loved Them and been a super fan like obsessed since I discovered them b4 the immortal bolero. Great interview but the pallor skin tones are unforced de glam.
You would have thought she would have worn some make up, did something with her hair and be bothered to get out of her pyjamas, knowing she was going to be interviewed!
COULD producers of this engaged in some flattering lighting ? Very cruel washed out “bathroom “ lighting whyyy? Yes they are older but come on. I want to jump into the screen and give T some lippy & blush for TV.
Bolero Boring ...I don't think so.... I have used it in Motivation presentations to show Skill, Perfection, Precision, Commitment as with the Snare drummer, Team Work
I have to agree. But then I'm looking at Marina Anissina & Gwendal Peizerat & also Tatiana Volosozhar & Maxim Trankov even though these 2 are pairs & married, I have never seen such love on & off the ice.
They absolutely were not overrated. They were friggin brilliant and 50 years later if you watch that Bolero routine you will see their totally artistry and technical brilliance. It is as good as ANYTHING you’ll see today. It’s not all about ‘tricks. It’s about artistry.
I was mesmerized in 84 when I first watched it, and still am today, all these years later.
me too....
They changed ice dance for ever: that's some legacy for the history books!!
That’s so true.
Every time I take my granddaughter ice skating at Nottingham Ice Rink I think of the joy these two brought to countless numbers of people
These two were absolutely ahead of their time. They make everything that came after them happen. They were the risktakers.
I had seen T&D skate the Bolero but while admiring it had never considered it deeply. Then Christofer described the essence of the dance, a Romeo and Juliet type love story, where they throw themselves into a fiery pit at the end. I realised that we were not to see the dance in the interview and paused the interview to allow me to bring up their World Championship triumph. and re-view it. I was totally knocked out. At the end, where they throw themselves onto the ice (into the pit!!), the camera focussed on Janes face. For seconds she was waiting for the fire to devour them, then she opened up her eyes, basically rejoined us, and smiled slowly but in triumph. I don't think I took a breath as they finished, only when Jane knew they were alive once more. Wonderful, wonderful story telling, what a great pair they were (and still are in their twilight years).
It's called "being in the zone." :)
They were absolutely the greatest of all time. In their day, it was them above and beyond everyone else. No one even came close to them. I was fortunate enough to see them skate, live, at World’s in 81’, 82’ and 83’. Even their compulsory dances were superior. Anyway, to this day, I can still remember watching those routines and being completely in awe of them.
Да!!! у них все абсолютно 🧚😇😇 это счастье, что они с нами были 👏👏💕
Thank you for asking the "crossing the line" question. Their response reaffirmed what MANY of us fans thought for years. There was a romantic spark between them. However, even as late teenagers, they realized that having a relationship off the ice would definitely (and potentially negatively) impact their on-ice performance. Thus, they forfeited romance in order to have friendship and professional success. Their coach, Betty Calloway, put it this way, "They had this special contact with each other... I don't think they realized that Bolero was them."
Purely platonic but what a partnership
A partnership of trust.
Yes, Bolero was them! How tragic to think of it that way. But it is true.
Torvill and Dean made me fall in love with ice dancing. ♥️
That’s the first thing I noticed from the start all those years ago was the eye contact between Jane and Chris. They maintained that as they danced. Not just putting on a show for an audience, they were there doing the one thing they both loved. Always innovative, always in sync, always perfection, never flashy always humble. The received respect and the accolades they deserved. Countless fans like me now know that they’ve retired, but they’ve certainly earned it. There are some events in life you never forget, one for me is Jane and Chris.❤❤
I didn’t expect that they said they didn’t make eye contact. It did look like Chris was. Maybe he was looking past the top of her head and that’s what led me to ‘eye contact’. In any case, he looked like he really cared for her and I’m sure hi did. It doesn’t change my opinion of them in any way. I’ve got my tickets to see them next year when they come to Melbourne Australia.🦘❤️
Best interview with them that I have seen - and I have watched them since 82.
One of the really good parts of this interview is that they did not ask any questions about their personal lives, marriages, children etc. Very professionally done with a lot of wonderful insights into what made them such accomplished, successful skaters. I would have enjoyed if they would have had the chance to tell us how they came up with their most iconic performances after winning the Olympics.
My late sister fell in love with Jayne and Chris in 1979 and said they would be the best that the world would ever see. She saw them at the 1980 Olympics ( on tv) just before she passed away and was excited for the forthcoming season . I took it to heart and fell in love with them too. I was fortunate to be able to see them live 14 times . They never made a mistake and never ceased to amaze . My sister was right and there is never going to be anyone better on ice .
Who’s going to watch bolero after watching this?
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful interview with Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean.
I admire them since I was a kid in the 1980s. Their "Bolero" was the most beautiful performance I have ever seen on the ice until this time. I was fascinated from their breathtaking charisma, their magically eye contact, from the pure beauty of ice dancing. They still are the best ice dancers of the world for me. After so many years of being partners on ice and of friends of lifetime, Jayne and Chris still shows their deeply respect and their absolutely honesty to each other, something many people seems to have lost.
That's why I love and admire them so much.
Lovely Greetings from Germany
" Болеро", "Цирк", " Тореодор😇", " Пассадобль", "Навстречу музыке" и все, все в ФК
Love Torvill &Dean. Grew up in awe of their work. They belong to a unique group of people, their dedication and incredible hard graft and determination may be available to us all, but not many go for it. And it’s that which separates them from Joe Public. All the Greats have it. Much respect and thank you for sharing your gift to us all to enjoy so much x
Thank you for Nottingham Council for sponsoring them to be able to train for the Olympics and Worlds. They did repay the money once they turned professional I understand that but nobody seems to give any credit to Nottingham for their help.
@@patlaing4489 Good point! I was surprised that the sponsorship from Nottingham Council was completely ignored in that biographical film of their journey to the 1984 Olympics that ITV made a few years ago. Firstly, because the money and the chance it gave them to train full-time was such a game-chsnger for Jayne and Chris, but also because it was quite controversial at the time: not everyone was convinced it was a good use of ratepayers (these days it would be Council Tax-payers') money, although T&D quickly proved it was a great investment by winning European and World titles within a year of receiving the first instalment of the grant.
Lots of 'Joe public' demonstrate, dedication and hard work, in their jobs or families. Its about people's situations. They were lucky to be able to spend their time on their sport. Some people have to spend their time providing for family, children, looking after sick parents, throwing themselves into their jobs.
Yes they were incredible, but also privileged to be able to do that. It cost money to train and travel in competitive skating. Not every family has the money to give their children professional lessons, training etc. It's like any sport really. There are plenty of children with talent, who don't get to practise or compete, because of financial circumstances.
Beautiful interview. Rare privilege for laypeople to hear this sort of mature reflection so many years after we saw that matchless Olympic performance. Thank you for filming and sharing it.
I feel their strengths as a couple were patience, tolerance, acceptance, forgiveness and admiration for each other. Very rare gifts. I feel proud to be English after listening to this interview. Greetings from Melbourne Australia
What a great interview. It just seemed like a chat between friends. They have left us some awesome memories. They changed ice dance forever with those spectacular routines.
They are just wonderful. This interview is just wonderful. Thank you so much.
As an avid ice skating lover, (could be found on the ice myself all the time as a young girl whenever the winters in The Netherlands were cold enough) I adored these two. Was fortunate enough to see them performing live in Melbourne many years later after they had retired from competetive skating. They were sheer magic and I don't think we'll ever see their equals.
I wish I’d come across this video before my Mom passed away. I developed my love of figure skating from her. When I was just a little girl she always watched figure skating anytime it was on. I’m 61 and Peggy Fleming was the first skater I recall watching and Dick Button was the commentator. When I was little, my Dad’s job was to take my dress off after church on Sundays before dinner so it didn’t get dirty. I always wore a slip underneath & I remember like it was yesterday “skating” around the dining room table in my slip & stocking feet. Torvill & Dean were one of her favorite pairs to watch. My Mom passed away on 12/09/23. She was fortunate to live 95 years & she never had dementia or issues like that. She watched figure skating during the 2023 season just like she had my whole life. My Mom would have loved this interview. She lived with me the last 7 years of her life & we had a habit of always calling out to the other whenever we found that figuring skating was on TV. If I close my eyes I can just hear her calling, “Judith, ice skating is on channel x at 2”. Gosh, I really miss her.
Thanks for sharing
Они великие
I think their friendship worked so well because they were actually mates. It wasn’t sexual, it was two people working towards an amazing goal. They were extraordinarily hard workers in an error when all their competition was trained and taken care but these two had a day job!! it was an extraordinary achievement
They will always be my favorites. As I age, I think, no matter how glamorous one is, age happens. God bless us all.
❤❤❤
They worked hard and were always nice people who wanted to give back.
This was such a pleasure to watch and I appreciate how you both gave Jayne and Chris space to answer the questions in their own time but then followed up where appropriate. Very unusual to see them both so reflective and would honestly love a part 2 after their final tour because I'd love to know more about how the 94 Olympics may have shaped their thinking about performance.
Always loved their skating!
Having followed them since 1981, reading their biography from their competitive career which was written in the moment as I was following it, it is fascinating to hear them look back and reminisce about those moments now with hindsight, learned experience and wistfulness. They have always been so humble and just lovely people and I remember Chris saying he wanted to retire before people started saying ‘oh it’s those old skaters again, pushing them round the ice’😂
Thanks to TH-cam i have relived that four plus minutes of joyous wonder just by watching and listening to them in this interview
Aging is cruel... being 60+ myself you think it won't happen, but it gets us all.
Yes it gets us all !
But you would have thought she would have worn some make up, did something with her hair and not wear your pyjamas, if you were going to be interviewed!
@@realsteviem whatever for?? 😂
@@realsteviem Кристоффер выглядит моложе
ASTONISHING RE-MOMENT IN HISTORY ! REMARKABLE, JUST STUPENDOUSLY MARVELOUS !!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!!!!!!!!!
what a lovely interview. I have always like these two people,right from the start and still do
ABSOLUTELY INSPIRATIONAL ARTISTS ON ICE WITH LOVING STRENGTH FLOWING TOGETHER AS ONE!!! WOW NO ONE LIKE THEM!!! POWERFUL!!!
I’ve never been as mesmerized by any ice dance performers as I was by these two. Maybe they aren’t as technically proficient as modern day teams but the chemistry between Torvill and Dean was amazing.
An intelligent and respectful interview. It was wonderful to hear Torvill and Dean speak about their career in such an articulate and considered way. (On another subject: would you consider similar interviews of dancers and musicians?).
High Performance: Thank you very much for this Interview with Jayne and Chris!!!!!
I have not seen them fr years so that's so amazing to hear they are 50 plus together. The interview is fascinating thank you
У них потрясающие отношения друг другу 👏💕
It is absolutely amazing and mind boggling to listen to them. Still totally in sync.. really.. after all these years, in sync. Same mindset, same view but in the end.. in sync completely... No wonder they won and made unforgettable performances that still captivates!
By the way, amazing interview, well done guys. You really went in there and they didn't shy away one bit. I got emotional, such partnership and friendship.
I appreciated the interviewer crossing his legs and stopped manspreading. Great to hear this incredible team.
Nobody noticed except you
I will never forget watching their performance to Bolaro live at the 1984 Olympics… it was totally mesmerising & utterly beautiful. I have yet to see another performance that moves me like that did(& still does…definitely tears at the end. ⛸️⛸️🥹🥹🥹)
Was so blessed to see them perform many years ago when they came to Australia
They are truly mesmerising. The best 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇
Thank you. A wonderful interview. Two totally successful people who haven’t let it change them, which is probably fairly rare. You can see and feel the love, respect, trust and friendship in their partnership.
They are still the best ever🙌
As @dubrolga commented, "This couple was not only highly technical, but also highly intellectual." I've watched many documentaries and interviews about them, and it was obvious that Christopher Dean was the intellectual driving force, and Jane was his muse.
Incredible couple,then and now. Awesome 💯👏👌♥️💙
They paved the way for all that came after them. Their intricate lifts, turns, synchronized 'mirror' work, innovative use of the ice floor and musicality allowed for much more artistry to come into the compulsory technical elements of both short and long form competition, and free dance. They were also superb athletes.
Great interview. Two lovely people. ❤❤❤
I love the history of figure skating. I am American. In 1961 the entire US skating was killed on the way to Prague. I have watched the old films of those who died and they were amazing. Jayne and Dean are the perfect pair. They are beautiful people and extremely ahead of their time. I love them. I love to watch 1984 and they received perfect scores. i watch everything I can find out about these two talented peole. THEY WON LILLEHAMER! They had a great program. Meryl Davis and Charlie White are great ice dancers. These two are better!
Saw T&D in Perth when pregnant with my second child. Had contractions through the second half of the performance but did not want to leave. Baby was born the following day at 11am. Memorable😍
Really good interview. Love those 2. The best role models. ❤
Thank you for that worthwhile interview. They are my idols 🥰
I remember the winning Olympic performance like it was yesterday still fills me with emotion it was spectacular especially the use of bolero my favourite piece of music ever
And me !
7:24
They were absolutely brilliant on and off the ice, saw them as a was a young
skater in an intense skating summer clinic. They were inspiring, especially Torvill who kindly let me use her skate polish once she saw how blackened my white skates were
Fabulous interview . Many thanks.
The greatest there have ever been. The greatest there will ever be.
My first wife and I walked straight past them and their trainer, whilst on an evening out in London in the early 80s. It wasn't until after they had passed us that we realised who had just walked by. By which time, it was too late to ask for their autographs.
Omg. Sounds like something I'd have done! Sometimes that can't be helped though
I still remember when they skated Bolero at the olympics & watched them on tv & I loved the music as I heard it & literally held my breathe as they danced & all the audience were breathless as well & then at the end there was an explosion as we all came back to earth & I was on my legs clapping as hard as the audience. It is still my favourite piece & I get just as much pleasure watching it today as I did back then. Truly I had never followed ice skating before them or since as no other couple have ever given me as much pleasure to watch as Torvill & Dean. I had just watched one of their pieces a day ago & wondered what had happened to them so it was a pleasure to sit & listen to this interview!!
What an inspiration these two people are. Skating is such a beautiful sport. Unfortunately, skating rings have been demolished and blocks of flats have replaced them.
They are the GOATs!
Magical performers!Such a joy to watch.Thank you Chris and Jane.❤
Очень хорошее интервью.
Джейн и Крис друзья на всю жизнь.
Шикарные танцоры в первой половине 80-х г.г.20 века.
Совершенно справедливое золото на Олимпиаде в Сараево в 1984 г.
Досадная неудача спустя 10 лет на Олимпиаде в Норвегии.
Для своих лет они прекрасно выглядят,хотя Джейн очень болела.
Реформаторы ледового танца.
Они дружат и с Бестемьяновой Букиным,которые были их постоянными соперниками в 1978-1984 г.г.
Здоровья им и их семьям.
Вечная память Бетти Калловей,их тренеру.
Their quick fire answers apply to teaching as well.
It was meant to be the universe brought them together and the stars aligned
i love Jayne and Dean.
It’s Jayne and CHRIS not Dean..that’s his surname..🙄
Unforgettable, they are returning point in both their standarts & implementations.
Wonderful interview on both sides ❤
Great interview!
What a wonderful example how becoming Olympic Champions keep them Humble and Great to see and demonstrate what dedication means. Their personalities were so well matched.Ravels Bolero was revolutionary in the sport where the usually choice of up tempo Dance music was used . Their choice was spell binding. Their costumes The Music And the skating was magical. What a wonderful way to put your mark on such a well loved sport. They will go down as one of The Best Ice Dancing Couples in History. Delightful interview.
To this day, I am in awe every time I watch this performance 😮👏🏼❤️⛸️. It will always be such a mesmerizing work of beauty for me. Thank you 🙏🏻 Torvill & Dean for the gift of a lifetime and a lifetime of achievement of both a professional and personal relationship. Bravo 👏🏼 and God bless you both 🙏🏻😘❤️🥇.
I don’t think Jayne is stone cold as Chris said she’s shown emotions a lot I thought that wasn’t called for but despite that comment it was an awesome interview , like many I wish they were a couple but I don’t think they would have continue for all these years something would have to give the relationship or the skating but they do have an amazing bond Chris is very fortunate he had her as an partner cause I don’t think many would be as easy going as her in dealing with his intensity, don’t think there will ever be a other like this couple cause on their commitment and not to win or get medals but because they loved the sport so much 50 years on and still wanting to skate amazing !!!!!
“Enjoying what you do”. So important for body, soul and universe. I’d just add, provided you are aiming upward. I mean, a serial killer loves what they do. A psychopath too. And what about people who oscillate and take time to find it - Van Gogh say, and then are ill received. He loved what he did, was a genius, but not recognised. What about people who “don’t enjoy what they do” but get massive social and financial rewards and so can support their family which gives them joy. So wisdom is very nuanced.
Extremely interesting interview
A couple of Life 🥰
Just love them❤❤❤❤❤❤
Jayne used to live next door but one to my family. She looks very like her mum.
Love them always 🕊🇺🇲💕
I want our British MP’s to live in a shared Council flat on benefits, only getting their benefits once it’s been saved and they’ve left Parliament.
The choreography was so important who did that
Chris envisioned the moves. Jayne put them into reality.
Lovely :)
Too many ads!!!
The choreography was so important who did that
Chris envisioned their moves. Jayne was their "technician", making Chris' ideas a reality.
They did
Barnum’s my favourite
It sounds like you were each married to skating.
Have loved
Them and been a super fan like obsessed since I discovered them b4 the immortal bolero. Great interview but the pallor skin tones are unforced de glam.
They remind me of the Carpenters. A talented pair but Jane is very strong.
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You would have thought she would have worn some make up, did something with her hair and be bothered to get out of her pyjamas, knowing she was going to be interviewed!
Yes they were brilliant, yes it was exciting but how many more times? I clicked on this and now it’s going to blow up my iPad..please enough already.
COULD producers of this engaged in some flattering lighting ? Very cruel washed out “bathroom “ lighting whyyy? Yes they are older but come on. I want to jump into the screen and give T some lippy & blush for TV.
She had been ill.
Bolero Boring ...I don't think so.... I have used it in Motivation presentations to show Skill, Perfection, Precision, Commitment as with the Snare drummer, Team Work
They were fantastic skaters and did our country proud winning the gold medal,but i think they are very over rated.
I have to agree. But then I'm looking at Marina Anissina & Gwendal Peizerat & also Tatiana Volosozhar & Maxim Trankov even though these 2 are pairs & married, I have never seen such love on & off the ice.
But Torvil and Dean came first. They paved the way for the greats that came later. They dared to be different.
They absolutely were not overrated. They were friggin brilliant and 50 years later if you watch that Bolero routine you will see their totally artistry and technical brilliance. It is as good as ANYTHING you’ll see today. It’s not all about ‘tricks. It’s about artistry.
@@marynoonan6111Да! это было абсолютно 🙏😇😇🧚💕 такое не забывается❤
NO SUBSCRIBE - you TALK and INTERRUPT TOO MUCH‼️
They (torvil n dean) stole chris bruce's choreography amd made millione off it. I have no respect for them.
Love them both! Great interview! Thank you.
Superb interview. Thank you.