The Olympics in '80 was phenomenal. It was my favorite memory of all competitive events, because it was brand new and it was exciting.

I was nine-years-old when I first put on skates.

When you're expected to win and you have the press saying that you are going to win the Olympic gold medal, and you're the only sure thing in the Olympics, it can undermine your confidence.

I don't want to look back-I want to keep looking ahead. I'd hate for my defining moment to be my past.

Fame is a very confusing thing, because you are recognized by a lot of people that you've never seen before, and they're at a great advantage.

The high road is always respected. Honesty and integrity are always rewarded.

And the fact that I liked to show off and be the center of attention really lends itself to figure skating very well.