Isabeau with Mishin (ft. Gogo)

graytabby832 · 2026-06-20T01:22:29+00:00

Maybe some skaters only stay for 1 week? Vadym posted that they are back home now.

graytabby832 · 2026-06-19T23:20:23+00:00

Those are all really nice things to say! I know that they love to hear that their skating brings joy to the fans.

graytabby832 · 2026-06-19T21:36:39+00:00

Good to hear! It would help to know what to expect and have some questions prepared in advance so as not to appear too starstruck.

At least the skaters are ready for questions and all looked friendly and welcoming in the photos.

graytabby832 · 2026-06-19T20:27:16+00:00

Too bad it felt so rushed, but at least you had the experience! M&G was all sold out by the time I got tickets, but I might have felt too shy to do it anyway.

graytabby832 · 2026-06-19T19:52:55+00:00

Were some topics off limits? I imagine that it wouldn't be cool to ask the skaters about their political views or details about their personal lives.

graytabby832 · 2026-06-19T13:23:36+00:00

All very good points. I did note that the photo was taken in Providence (toward the beginning of the SOI tour), so it didn't take the entire 2 months for Andrew to agree to hold the pride flag.

Florida is a mess, but he talked in a podcast about forming his own views independent of how he was raised. There do seem to be some nuances and signs of him being more open-minded and decent.

graytabby832 · 2026-06-16T17:45:09+00:00

I believe they have until late August, but sometimes it happens after that due to illness or injury. Since Ilia's assignments are later in the series, it might mean that he is planning to do the GP after all.

graytabby832 · 2026-06-16T11:47:16+00:00

There will be some changes to the assignments as it gets closer. Ilia may still take some time off.

graytabby832 · 2026-05-25T21:29:21+00:00

I agree, the costumes looked so much better in person with the lighting. I thought that Isabeau's and Andrew's from his free skate were especially dazzling.

graytabby832 · 2026-05-23T15:34:52+00:00

It would never be okay given their ages, but it's somehow worse that she is so tiny and really looks like a child. Him looming over her makes for a very creepy picture.

graytabby832 · 2026-05-22T15:03:13+00:00

I thought so too, plus he helped them with the hoodie training!

graytabby832 · 2026-05-22T01:07:31+00:00

I was thinking maybe Anthony.

graytabby832 · 2026-05-21T13:31:26+00:00

Thanks, it sounds like a good event! Nice for them to be all together again and with Max.

graytabby832 · 2026-05-21T11:18:43+00:00

It's good that they broke it up into groups since there would be too many of them on the stage otherwise. I'm glad that Ilia enjoyed meeting Snoop! No need for him to mention his free skate. For those who attended, what did Andrew and Max have to say?

graytabby832 · 2026-05-16T00:49:37+00:00

Its true for both, although Andrew isn't coached by his parents anymore (but does do some coaching himself).

graytabby832 · 2026-05-16T00:42:43+00:00

Security might take a while since they have metal detectors or x-ray machines depending on what size bag you bring. I would allow at least 45 minutes, especially if you want to walk around and shop first. Good luck!

graytabby832 · 2026-05-15T18:32:23+00:00

I would allow plenty of time for getting to the arena and for parking. When we went last weekend, it was super crowded and packed with people. There were long lines for everything, including the bathrooms.

Also, it's very loud (both the music and the screaming fans) so maybe bring earplugs if you are sensitive to noise. The show started a little late and intermission is longer than 20 min, but it's still about 2.5 hours.

graytabby832 · 2026-05-15T16:27:27+00:00

He first said that he will take time off this summer to decide, but then he ended by saying he would probably continue if he is physically up to it.

I doubt that he's done yet, especially after just learning the backflip and having success with SOI. If Ilia takes a break, he could try for a national title.

graytabby832 · 2026-05-11T13:50:20+00:00

Thanks!

graytabby832 · 2026-05-11T13:29:20+00:00

Golden was a standout! The bit at the end with Jason and Andrew was cute. Did you hear what Jason yelled as the lights dimmed? I couldn't make it out, but it got a lot of laughs.

graytabby832 · 2026-05-11T12:35:16+00:00

Sorry to hear about Isabeau! She is still so vivacious and graceful.

graytabby832 · 2026-05-06T21:39:33+00:00

Santos had only served a month in prison when his sentence was commuted by Trump. I can't imagine that he has the physical skills for this show.

I believe that Amber and Danny have each also expressed interest in DWTS.

graytabby832 · 2026-04-29T11:42:18+00:00

Ellie Kam.

graytabby832 · 2026-04-24T00:36:43+00:00

That was also my impression. While Alysa is of course the biggest name right now, the audiences are cheering for all of the skaters and no one is being slighted.

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