What has Nancy Kerrigan’s life been like after the infamous attack in 1994? Where is she now?
Nancy Kerrigan, a former American figure skater, was the victim of the infamous assault in 1994. The incident was long forgotten by the public, but after the release of the film, I, Tonya, the limelight has fallen in the attack. After all these years, where exactly had Nancy Kerrigan been? Also, what is she doing with her life now? Keep reading to get more details on it!
The infamous attack on Nancy Kerrigan at Cobo Arena in 1994
After the training session, Nancy Kerrigan was walking through the corridor of Cobo Arena on January 6, 1994. It was then, Nancy was struck in her thighs with a police baton by a man who was later recognized as Shane Stant. The attack was planned by Jeff Gillooly, ex-husband of Nancy’s fierce rival Tonya Harding.
The consequences of the attack forced Nancy to withdraw out of the US Championship. Even though Tonya Harding denied to be involved in the conspiracy, she was convicted of hindering the investigation which led to three-year probation among other punishments. Further, the U.S Figure Skating Association expelled her for life.
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After the injury, Nancy showed a great enthusiasm and resilience. She worked hard and made a quick recovery to participate in 1994 Lillehammer Winter Olympics where she went on to win the silver medal.
Where was Nancy Kerrigan after the brutal attack in 1994?
Following the incident, Nancy Kerrigan retired from the professional skating after the Lillehammer Winter Olympics in 1994. However, she was seen taking part in the non-union figure skating competition, Ice Wars, in the following years.
Throughout the years, she has also appeared on various television shows like Boys Meets World and Blades of Glory. In the winter Olympics of 2010 and 2014, Nancy worked as a figure skating analyst.
Besides, Nancy earned her living through skating shows, corporate appearances, and endorsement after her skating career. She also appeared in Dancing with the Stars in 2017.
Nancy has also spent most of life in philanthropy. She is also a founder of Nancy Kerrigan Foundation which works to raise awareness and help the visually impaired people.
In 1995, Nancy tied her knot with her then-agent, Jerry Solomon. The couple share three children from their blissful marriage, Matthew, Brian and Nicole Solomon.
In 2017, Nancy revealed she had to go through six horrible miscarriages in eight years. As of now, Nancy lives in Boston, Massachusetts along with her family.
Where is Nancy Kerrigan in 2018?
Since finding herself in the spotlight after the release of the biographical movie based on the life of Tonya Harding, I, Tonya, many have wondered what exactly is Nancy Kerrigan doing now?
Well! After the Nancy knee club attack, she has kept herself busy throughout the years with family, social works, endorsements, and skating championships.
Despite tough times, Nancy has fought her ways out of the past and flourished her life with happiness. Nancy is currently active on her Instagram account where she often shares about her family, kids, friends and also shares few motivational speech every now and then.