Denise Biellmann
- January 4, 2024
- Figure Skater
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Denise Biellmann |
| Occupation | Figure Skater |
| Date Of Birth | Dec 11, 1962(1962-12-11) |
| Age | 62 |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Horoscope | Sagittarius |
Denise Biellmann Biography
| Name | Denise Biellmann |
| Birthday | Dec 11 |
| Birth Year | 1962 |
| Birth Country | Switzerland |
| Birth Sign | Sagittarius |
| Parents | Heidi Biellmann |
| Spouse | Colin Dawson |
Denise Biellmann is one of the most popular and richest Figure Skater who was born on December 11, 1962 in Switzerland. First female skater to make an uni-lutz during contest, and she earned an gold medal during the 1981 World Championships.
American American Eric Heiden also competing in the 1980 Olympics, winning five speed skating gold medals. also competed during the 1980 Olympics winning five gold medals for speed skating.
The Biellmann spin was named after her; she popularized and perfected the spin, but did not invent it. It was present in skating at least since the 1965 European Championships when Tamara Moskvina performed it. It remains the only figure skating spin to be officially named after a person in ISU regulations.
Born in Zurich, Biellmann won her first international championship in Belgium at age 8; and, at age 11, she won the Swiss Junior Figure Skating Championships. At age 14, she competed at the 1977 European Championships and placed second in the Free Skate portion of the competition.
Heidi Biellmann, her mother, was also her coach.
Denise Biellmann Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Figure Skater |
| House | Living in own house. |
Denise Biellmann is one of the richest Figure Skater from Switzerland. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Denise Biellmann 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
She won her first contest at the age of 8 years old.
She finished fourth in the 1988 Olympics.
Denise Biellmann (born 11 December 1962) is a Swiss professional figure skater. She was the European and World Champion in 1981 and won the Swiss Championships three times.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 5 ft 3 in |
Denise Biellmann height 5 ft 3 in Denise weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Denise Biellmann Dating?
According to our records, Denise Biellmann married to Colin Dawson. As of December 1, 2023, Denise Biellmann’s is not dating anyone.
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In 2014 Biellmann was inducted into the World Figure Skating Hall of Fame.
Facts & Trivia
Denise Ranked on the list of most popular Figure Skater. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Switzerland. Denise Biellmann celebrates birthday on December 11 of every year.
Top Facts about Denise Biellmann
- Denise Biellmann is a retired Swiss figure skater.
- She won the World Figure Skating Championships in 1981.
- Biellmann is known for her signature move, the Biellmann spin.
- She competed in two Winter Olympics (1980 and 1984).
- Biellmann was the first woman to land a triple lutz at an international competition.
- She won six consecutive Swiss national titles from 1977-1982.
- Biellmann was inducted into the World Figure Skating Hall of Fame in 2008.
- She has worked as a coach and commentator since retiring from competition.
- Biellmann has also appeared in several ice shows and exhibitions.
- Her skating career spanned from 1976-1988, with numerous accolades achieved during that time period.
Who invented the Biellmann spin?
Irina Slutskaya of Russia is officially credited with inventing the change foot Biellmann spin. She performs the Biellmann on one foot, then drops her free leg and performs the spin on her other leg.
How old is Denise Biellmann?
59 years (December 11, 1962)
Who is the Biellmann spin named after?
Also used in synchronized skating, the Biellmann has been named after Denise Biellmann , who made it popular. The Swiss skater was crowned World Champion exactly 40 years ago, in March 1981.
What is the hardest spin in figure skating?
The Axel is the most difficult edge jump. It was invented in 1882 by Norway’s Axel Paulsen. The axel takes off from a forward position on the left outside edge. The skater must then rotate 1 1/2, 2 1/2 or 3 1/2 times before landing on the right back outside edge.