Surya Bonaly

[Sylvia]

Just checked and didn't see a recent thread so creating a new one for Surya with this recent 12-minute appearance on “The Jason Show” ("a daily entertainment talk show hosted by Twin Cities media personality, Jason Matheson." - link originally was posted by @MacMadame in the 2026 Olympics subforum):

A delightful interview with Surya Bonaly about the backflip and her 2022 book:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wycajtesNFQ

Feb. 17, 2026 - "She's a figure skating legend! Surya Bonaly competed in 3 different Olympics for France. But many people remember her best for the iconic back flip she did on the ice. These days, Surya is a coach at a school in Minnesota. She joins Jason to talk about the pressure athletes face at the Olympics. We also get her take on Ilia Malinin's back flip, her new book and a memorable moment on Will & Grace."

 

[Cherub721]

I didn't know she wrote a book!

 

[Aussie Willy]

Thanks for the link. She looks great.

 

[DORISPULASKI]

Has anyone read the book?

 

[ChrisYandek]

Hi everyone. I hope you are all doing well.

I had the chance to speak with her yesterday. I've know Surya for a few years. She is such a nice and kind person.

I hope you all will watch our interview and share it with other fans.

You can watch it below:

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[Taso]

Hi everyone. I hope you are all doing well.

I had the chance to speak with her yesterday. I've know Surya for a few years. She is such a nice and kind person.

I hope you all will watch our interview and share it with other fans.

You can watch it below:

- YouTube

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

www.youtube.com

Chris,

Thank you so much for interviewing Surya, she had been one of my favorites for over 30 years and it is always good to hear her voice and perspective.

I knew her mom and cancer, and I am so sorry to hear that Surya is dealing with cancer at the same time. That is so, so hard. I wouldnt have known this without your interview so thank you. I hope she and her mom both find remission.