Alysa Liu cheer/fan thread

[DreamSkates]

What's the purpose for the dyed yellow band of hair around her head? Or is that Lady Ga Ga thing.

 

[Karen-W]

Feature from Cosmopolitan on IG - https://www.instagram.com/p/DTNQVv3Evpo/?img_index=8&igsh=MWFkd3I1enBzbWNmMg==

 

[Karen-W]

And Alysa is ALSO a part of Team Samsung!

刘美贤 Alysa Liu on Instagram: "i still can’t believe it, but i’m sooooo hyped to finally share that i’m joining Team Samsung Galaxy 🙈🙈 #Openalwayswins #Samsung #TeamSamsungGalaxy #TeamGalaxy @samsungmobile"

3,506 likes, 36 comments - alysaxliu on January 8, 2026: "i still can’t believe it, but i’m sooooo hyped to finally share that i’m joining Team Samsung Galaxy 🙈🙈 #Openalwayswins #Samsung #TeamSamsungGalaxy #TeamGalaxy @samsungmobile".

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[Sasha'sSpins]

And Alysa is ALSO a part of Team Samsung!

刘美贤 Alysa Liu on Instagram: "i still can’t believe it, but i’m sooooo hyped to finally share that i’m joining Team Samsung Galaxy 🙈🙈 #Openalwayswins #Samsung #TeamSamsungGalaxy #TeamGalaxy @samsungmobile"

3,506 likes, 36 comments - alysaxliu on January 8, 2026: "i still can’t believe it, but i’m sooooo hyped to finally share that i’m joining Team Samsung Galaxy 🙈🙈 #Openalwayswins #Samsung #TeamSamsungGalaxy #TeamGalaxy @samsungmobile".

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YAY! I LOVE that the endorsements are coming in for some of our top skaters like Alysa, Ilia, Amber, and Isabeau! The Olympic season is always a figure skaters best chance, especially compared to professional ball players, etc!

 

[leilaofpaper]

Alysa seem to have listened to the comments about her hair and has had the brassiness taken out, but also added more lines. https://www.instagram.com/p/DTR3UbJjR8s/?igsh=MWR2OGwyc3MxMjM2OQ==

I personally don’t really understand her taste, but it’s clear she likes it!

 

[Allskate]

Alysa seem to have listened to the comments about her hair

I don't think she is responding to comments. I think she is doing what she wants to do and already had planned to change her hair today. This was discussed on The Runthrough today. She even brought toner with her to St. Louis.

I think there are plenty of people who still won't like her hair. If she were really trying to please these people, she would have gone to her natural color. She is doing what she wants to do, and it's fun to watch.

 

[DreamSkates]

I don't think she is responding to comments. I think she is doing what she wants to do and already had planned to change her hair today. This was discussed on The Runthrough today. She even brought toner with her to St. Louis.

I think there are plenty of people who still won't like her hair. If she were really trying to please these people, she would have gone to her natural color. She is doing what she wants to do, and it's fun to watch.

Maybe different colors per her dresses. She's certainly her own person. I don't have to like her hair to love her skating and joyful attitude but it's a tad distracting because I'm always trying to figure out why. I have to get over it!

 

[DreamSkates]

If there is one skater who can bring a completely new program to a Nationals Championship and lay it down and get a high score, that's Alyssa. Well-deserved standing O, as for the other top ladies.

 

[orbitz]

The Gaga LP is really not that much different than the Donna Summer LP. The jump layout looks the same, and the choreography is really interchangeable with either piece of music.

 

[Allskate]

The Gaga LP is really not that much different than the Donna Summer LP. The jump layout looks the same, and the choreography is really interchangeable with either piece of music.

I think the choreography is more specific to the music in the GaGa program. (Also, I like the slide in GaGa.) IMO, the weakness in both is that the footwork can look sluggish in comparison to the music, especially when she's tired. I thought it worked better earlier this week when she did a runthrough in practice but only marked the jumps. But, the adrenaline in Milan might help her the way it did in Boston. I'm guessing that she's going to use the Donna Summer program in Milan since that's what she's more comfortable with and the international judges have seen it and rewarded it.

 

[Tesla]

I hope Alyssa skates Lady Gaga at the Olympics. I think it would be epic!

 

[skatfan]

Alysa going for MaArthur Park in Milan!

Post in thread 'U.S. Women [#8]: Meet Me in St. Louis'

Jan 12, 2026

MacArthur Park for Milan!

https://www.olympics.com/en/milano-cortina-2026/news/alysa-liu-says-lady-gaga-free-skate-unlikely-for-milano-cortina-2026

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[Tesla]

Alysa going for MaArthur Park in Milan!

Post in thread 'U.S. Women [#8]: Meet Me in St. Louis'

Jan 12, 2026

MacArthur Park for Milan!

https://www.olympics.com/en/milano-cortina-2026/news/alysa-liu-says-lady-gaga-free-skate-unlikely-for-milano-cortina-2026

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Aw, I was hoping for Lady Gaga.

 

[tangerine dream]

Alysa going for MaArthur Park in Milan!

Post in thread 'U.S. Women [#8]: Meet Me in St. Louis'

Jan 12, 2026

MacArthur Park for Milan!

https://www.olympics.com/en/milano-cortina-2026/news/alysa-liu-says-lady-gaga-free-skate-unlikely-for-milano-cortina-2026

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Very smart decision IMO. The Gaga program might have potential to be better but it's just nowhere near that level at the moment.

 

[Sylvia]

I woke up this morning to Alysa starring in an ad for Venus razor blades on my TV. I'll have to see if I can find the clip on social media.

I see the 11-second clip on Gillette Venus' Facebook account - here's the ad: https://www.ispot.tv/ad/gLlz/gillette-venus-smooth-featuring-alysa-liu

St. Louis local news story and 2-minute video:

Figure skating star Alysa Liu meets St. Louis fans

On Saturday, one of figure skating’s biggest stars, Alysa Liu, stepped off the ice and into the St. Louis community to meet fans after competing in the U.S. Figure Skating Championships.

fox2now.com

Liu, who paid a visit to Walmart in Maplewood, smiled for selfies while chatting with fans like it was any Saturday morning. She even signed autographs for super fans, some who waited hours to meet a likely 2026 U.S. Olympian.
Liu, a two-time national champion, was beaming with joy she says comes from the fans and a good nights sleep after her Silver medal win Friday in St. Louis.
“I don’t get that many chances to do this, so it’s great and I feel like it’s bringing the community together,” said Alysa as she thanked Venus for sponsoring the opportunity.

Another local article (Jan. 12): https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/s...colleens-cafe-cookies-her-top-st-louis-treat/

Now, a small café in Clayton can add its own name to that list thanks to an Olympic figure skater and a surprise box of cookies during the USFSA National Championships.
Colleen’s Café, a cozy brunch spot tucked into Clayton, has officially earned Olympic approval after Team USA figure skater Alysa Liu named its cookies as her favorite St. Louis treat during her visit to the city. [...]
The s’mores cookie Liu loved features graham cracker, chocolate, and a marshmallow roasted on top. But the standout for many customers, including Liu, is the lemon ricotta cookie.
“It’s a soft, cake-type cookie with ricotta cheese,” Thompson explained about their usual Spring/Summer best seller. “Then it has a lemon glaze with lemon zest on top.”
It’s a bold flavor combination; unexpected, but memorable, much like the skater who noticed it.

 

[Sylvia]

Missed seeing this a few days ago: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTTpNE9gMwo/

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Alysa, Isabeau and Starr have partnered with Venus to promote their new "Extra Smooth Gold" razors - this is Alysa's brief video:

Gillette Venus on Instagram: "Meet our iconic roster ✨⛸️ We’ve teamed up with 3 incredible athletes who define precision and power at the highest level, just like our new gold razors. @alysaxliu @isabeau.levito @starrandrews 💙 #VenusPartner #Olympics

70 likes, 5 comments - gillettevenus on January 13, 2026: "Meet our iconic roster ✨⛸️ We’ve teamed up with 3 incredible athletes who define precision and power at the highest level, just like our new gold razors. @alysaxliu @isabeau.levito @starrandrews 💙 #VenusPartner #Olympics #MilanoCortina2026".

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[Sylvia]

OK, you don't have to like Alysa's current "angel halo" hairstyle to comment - just thought I would share 2 videos by kelsey.styles.hair on Instagram who did Alysa's hair in St. Louis before her Nationals FS on Saturday:

My specialty is dimensional lived in color but my alter ego gives #angelhalos!
What an experience to have this babe in my chair! I could have listen to her stories alllll nite. She was humble, down to earth, strong willed, hilarious, smart, compassionate! @alysaxliu you are an inspiration and I will never forget this experience. I hope the world never lets you down or tries to take your sparkle away from you!
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTS-sLRkSC7/

"The evolution of @alysaxliu signature look!": https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTX97aPEcu3/

Alysa's 4 photos:

刘美贤 Alysa Liu on Instagram: "revived halos, who dis? @kelsey.styles.hair 🖤🖤"

176K likes, 622 comments - alysaxliu on January 8, 2026: "revived halos, who dis? @kelsey.styles.hair 🖤🖤".

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Her latest message:

刘美贤 Alysa Liu on Instagram: "my phone’s been blowing up, but I’m finally back home in Oakland tryna go through all my messages. the love I’m receiving recently is insane. so many new people hello!!"

21K likes, 150 comments - alysaxliu on January 14, 2026: "my phone’s been blowing up, but I’m finally back home in Oakland tryna go through all my messages. the love I’m receiving recently is insane. so many new people hello!!".

www.instagram.com

 

[withwings]

OK, you don't have to like Alysa's current "angel halo" hairstyle to comment - just thought I would share 2 videos by kelsey.styles.hair on Instagram who did Alysa's hair in St. Louis before her Nationals FS on Saturday:

My specialty is dimensional lived in color but my alter ego gives #angelhalos!
What an experience to have this babe in my chair! I could have listen to her stories alllll nite. She was humble, down to earth, strong willed, hilarious, smart, compassionate! @alysaxliu you are an inspiration and I will never forget this experience. I hope the world never lets you down or tries to take your sparkle away from you!
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTS-sLRkSC7/

"The evolution of @alysaxliu signature look!": https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTX97aPEcu3/

Alysa's 4 photos:

刘美贤 Alysa Liu on Instagram: "revived halos, who dis? @kelsey.styles.hair 🖤🖤"

176K likes, 622 comments - alysaxliu on January 8, 2026: "revived halos, who dis? @kelsey.styles.hair 🖤🖤".

www.instagram.com

Her latest message:

刘美贤 Alysa Liu on Instagram: "my phone’s been blowing up, but I’m finally back home in Oakland tryna go through all my messages. the love I’m receiving recently is insane. so many new people hello!!"

21K likes, 150 comments - alysaxliu on January 14, 2026: "my phone’s been blowing up, but I’m finally back home in Oakland tryna go through all my messages. the love I’m receiving recently is insane. so many new people hello!!".

www.instagram.com

I would them not angelhalos but olympicrings.... apparently I am too rational

 

[Bulletsdad]

I see the 11-second clip on Gillette Venus' Facebook account - here's the ad: https://www.ispot.tv/ad/gLlz/gillette-venus-smooth-featuring-alysa-liu

St. Louis local news story and 2-minute video:

Figure skating star Alysa Liu meets St. Louis fans

On Saturday, one of figure skating’s biggest stars, Alysa Liu, stepped off the ice and into the St. Louis community to meet fans after competing in the U.S. Figure Skating Championships.

fox2now.com

Another local article (Jan. 12): https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/s...colleens-cafe-cookies-her-top-st-louis-treat/

I love the Venus commercial. Alysa comes off eloquently organic.

 

[Sylvia]

Silicon Valley Ice Skating Association's post today: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTpaNb1FHAf/

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ETA Alysa's photos from St. Louis:

刘美贤 Alysa Liu on Instagram: "all taken during the 2026 usfs championships <3 such a packed week, but so full of hype. if you were watching & cheering— thank you so very much!! i had a blast on & off stage!! thank you to my team for sticking w me to

60K likes, 194 comments - alysaxliu on January 17, 2026: "all taken during the 2026 usfs championships <3 such a packed week, but so full of hype. if you were watching & cheering— thank you so very much!! i had a blast on & off stage!! thank you to my team for sticking w me to debut the gaga...

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all taken during the 2026 usfs championships <3
such a packed week, but so full of hype. if you were watching & cheering— thank you so very much!! i had a blast on & off stage!! thank you to my team for sticking w me to debut the gaga program, & thank you to @debenedictislorenzo for producing & mixing the music!!

 

[olympic]

Any word on the 3A? I was hoping that going back to Donna Summer, it would allow her time to concentrate on that

 

[Sylvia]

Any word on the 3A?

I think you can bet that Alysa will keep us, and the media, all guessing on that!

ICYMI in the Olympics.com article posted above, Gracie Gold interviewed Alysa in St. Louis (scroll down for the 4-min. video for Olympics.com): https://www.olympics.com/en/milano-...a-free-skate-unlikely-for-milano-cortina-2026

ETA:

Feature from Cosmopolitan on IG - https://www.instagram.com/p/DTNQVv3Evpo/?img_index=8&igsh=MWFkd3I1enBzbWNmMg==

Link to the Jan. 7th article and photos (shot at Chelsea Piers's Sky Rink in NYC - their post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTQygJjlC9p/):

How Figure Skater Alysa Liu Found Her Love for the Ice Again

After her 2022 Beijing Olympics debut, the champion figure skater shocked the world with a retirement announcement when she was just 16. Now, she's not just back, she's better, and ready to make history at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games. Here, the now-20-year-old tells Cosmo Sports how...

www.cosmopolitan.com

 

[Sasha'sSpins]

Any word on the 3A? I was hoping that going back to Donna Summer, it would allow her time to concentrate on that

I was hoping the same!

In my dream scenario I was hoping Alysa would do the 3A in her SP, along with her backloaded 3L-3R combo, add another 3A in her FS, and also replace her 3L-3T in the FS with another 3L-3R!

 

[Wyliefan]

Link to the Jan. 7th article and photos (shot at Chelsea Piers's Sky Rink in NYC - their post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTQygJjlC9p/):

How Figure Skater Alysa Liu Found Her Love for the Ice Again

After her 2022 Beijing Olympics debut, the champion figure skater shocked the world with a retirement announcement when she was just 16. Now, she's not just back, she's better, and ready to make history at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games. Here, the now-20-year-old tells Cosmo Sports how...

www.cosmopolitan.com

She (perhaps unwittingly) makes a strong case there for the raising of the minimum age that we had. Sounds like skaters can enjoy and appreciate everything so much more when they're a little older.

 

[Taso]

She (perhaps unwittingly) makes a strong case there for the raising of the minimum age that we had. Sounds like skaters can enjoy and appreciate everything so much more when they're a little older.

Dang, I love her perspective here

"These scores and placements, they don’t affect your art. Your art is still your art. There’s an ideal version of figure skating that I have in my head that might not ever happen, but in my dream world, everyone’s art is appreciated and we don’t really get scored. But because competitions are, unfortunately, the biggest stages, and that’s how our art gets seen and shared, we all really do have to compete. We’re really just individual artists, doing it together and competing, which is weird. But I like to think of it as we have our work, we share it, and whoever connects with it connects with it."

I love this so much. As a fan I've shifted my perspective to appreciating the competition arc as just the vehicle for skating in its current form. And that will change - we used to have world pros and COI and something new will come soon.

And on some level the ISU kinda sees that some change is needed (not that the current suggestions are very good).

You'd think, oh I don't know, they might ask current skaters what they might have in mind. Except since you arent supposed to express your thoughts in skating good luck.

Alyssa Liu, you are a miracle of sorts

 

[Bulletsdad]

I was hoping the same!

In my dream scenario I was hoping Alysa would do the 3A in her SP, along with her backloaded 3L-3R combo, add another 3A in her FS, and also replace her 3L-3T in the FS with another 3L-3R!

For stun appeal I agree with you. However, it's actually slightly more beneficial points wise to keep the 3lz/3t in FS if she does the 3A. The loop would be in the bonus. If she did a 3lz/3R, the toe or salchow would be in the bonus. She benefits by keeping the 3Lz/3t by .006 (compared to salchow in bonus) or .007 (compared to toe in bonus). Of course, she could get a PCS bump for the shock value of a good 3lz/3R combined with a 3A.

 

[Sasha'sSpins]

For stun appeal I agree with you. However, it's actually slightly more beneficial points wise to keep the 3lz/3t in FS if she does the 3A. The loop would be in the bonus. If she did a 3lz/3R, the toe or salchow would be in the bonus. She benefits by keeping the 3Lz/3t by .006 (compared to salchow in bonus) or .007 (compared to toe in bonus). Of course, she could get a PCS bump for the shock value of a good 3lz/3R combined with a 3A.

I was actually hoping that she would put the 3L-3R in the FS bonus! She seems to get dinged for the 3L-3T in her FS fairly often and to paraphrase Jackie Wong (when he spoke about her new backloaded combo in her SP) if she's going to get a call, better that it happens on the harder 3L-3R combo in the bonus than on the frontloaded 3L-3T!

 

[OrioleBeagle]

The Gaga LP is really not that much different than the Donna Summer LP. The jump layout looks the same, and the choreography is really interchangeable with either piece of music.

I like the Donna Summer music better.

 

[Karen-W]

Alysa was featured on TeenVogue's IG today -

Teen Vogue on Instagram: "All eyes are on 20-year-old figure skater Alysa Liu (@alysaxliu), as she heads to the Winter Olympics in Milan. Skating fanatics consider her the frontrunner because of how effortless she makes it all look: she glides, jumps

2,237 likes, 12 comments - teenvogue on January 20, 2026: "All eyes are on 20-year-old figure skater Alysa Liu (@alysaxliu), as she heads to the Winter Olympics in Milan. Skating fanatics consider her the frontrunner because of how effortless she makes it all look: she glides, jumps, and spins...

www.instagram.com

 

[Bulletsdad]

Alysa was featured on TeenVogue's IG today -

Teen Vogue on Instagram: "All eyes are on 20-year-old figure skater Alysa Liu (@alysaxliu), as she heads to the Winter Olympics in Milan. Skating fanatics consider her the frontrunner because of how effortless she makes it all look: she glides, jumps

2,237 likes, 12 comments - teenvogue on January 20, 2026: "All eyes are on 20-year-old figure skater Alysa Liu (@alysaxliu), as she heads to the Winter Olympics in Milan. Skating fanatics consider her the frontrunner because of how effortless she makes it all look: she glides, jumps, and spins...

www.instagram.com

Wow. If Alysa wins gold, I can see her making the jump into mainstream culture celebrity. Of course, DWTS; but also Project Runway, and even her own talk show. She might be that elusive skating phenom who can capture the valuable 18-34 demographic.