Amber Glenn didn’t just step onto Olympic ice in Milan–Cortina as a three‑time U.S. champion—she arrived as one of the most visible queer athletes in figure skating, carrying a story that resonates far beyond medals and score sheets. Her presence at the 2026 Winter Olympics marks a watershed moment for LGBTQ+ representation in a sport that has long struggled with openness around identity.
A Skater Who Refused to Shrink Herself
Glenn’s journey to her first Olympics at 26 is already remarkable. But what makes her story even more powerful is the way she has navigated it while living openly as a queer woman and bisexual athlete. Years ago, when she first came out publicly, she spoke about the fear of losing support in a sport where conformity often feels like an unspoken requirement. Instead of retreating, she doubled down on authenticity—and her skating only grew stronger.
That authenticity was on full display in Milan. Glenn’s performances in the team event carried both technical fire and emotional clarity, helping secure crucial points that contributed to Team USA’s gold medal. Her skating wasn’t just athletic; it was unapologetically her.
Her comments on the current administration draw criticism
“It’s been a hard time for the (LGBTQ) community overall in this administration,”
“It isn’t the first time that we’ve had to come together as a community and try and fight for our human rights. And now especially, it’s not just affecting the queer community, but many other communities, and I think that we are able to support each other in a way that we didn’t have to before, and because of that, it’s made us a lot stronger.”
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