Downtown Jason Brown - Let the Good Times Roll (uber thread #2)

[katmari]

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[Sylvia]

AP article by Dave Skretta that's also reprinted in the Chicago Tribune (Nov. 13):

Jason Brown's return to Skate America: a journey of resilience with the Olympics again in sight

Jason Brown is set to compete at Skate America this weekend, marking a return to where he made his Grand Prix debut 12 years ago.

apnews.com

 

[Sylvia]

CBC Sports’ Anastasia Bucsis chats with Jason (17 mins.): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zo_My0mbiyQ

... and he gets candid about life. He shares some of the trials and tribulations of being known as the “Riverdance” guy, his story about coming out of the closet and his first date with a man. Plus he breaks down some of the adversity he has faced being a figure skater and competing.

This interviewed was filmed at the Cricket Club in early September 2025.

 

[katmari]

Jason's SP from Finlandia. Much better than last week!

 

[DORISPULASKI]

A lot of improvement for just one week which included flying to Helsinki

 

[Fiero425]

Jason's SP from Finlandia. Much better than last week!

I haven't seen the performance, but Jason wound up in 5th place at Finlandia! Kagiyama wins again w/ Siao Him Fa taking Silver!

 

[Sylvia]

Inside Olympian Jason Brown’s routine as he prepares for the U.S. Figure Skating Championships
The national competition will be held at St. Louis’ Enterprise Center from January 4–11.
by Emily Adams, deputy editor for St. Louis Magazine
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM

Inside Olympian Jason Brown’s routine as he prepares for the U.S. Figure Skating Championships

Olympian Jason Brown shares his wellness routine as he prepares for the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships in St. Louis.

www.stlmag.com

TeamUSA.org article before Skate America in Lake Placid (Nov. 14):

Jason Brown’s Full Circle Moment: Returning To Skate America After Six Years

Skate America has always been close to Jason Brown’s heart. As one of figure skating’s premier international events, it was the stage for his Grand Prix debut in 2013 — the breakthrough season that first propelled him onto the world stage.Now 30, Brown...

www.teamusa.com

 

[Sylvia]

"Talking about my career at the rink I grew up at was so special!
Loved chatting with @nbcchicago’s @AlexMaragosNBC for the “Hometown Hopefuls” series! Watch my episode on NBC 5 tomorrow/Sunday at 10am or now on YouTube." https://x.com/jasonbskates/status/2000011679711773007

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5nHsZ7RMXY

 

[katmari]

Happy Birthday, Jason!

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[Sylvia]

Posted on Sept. 17, 2025 in the U.S. Men's thread in GSD (didn't see it posted here):

Jason Brown was a guest on The Jack Murley Sports Show podcast, talking about life on and off the ice

Jason Brown: Olympic Medallist, Team USA Figure Skater & LGBTQ+ Trailblazer on Life On and Off the Ice

Podcast Episode · The Jack Murley Sports Show · 09/17/2025 · 38m

podcasts.apple.com

Another link to listen:

Jason Brown: Olympic Medallist, Team USA Figure Skater & LGBTQ+ Trailblazer on Life On and Off the Ice | The Jack Murley Sports Show

From Olympic podiums to powerful personal truths — Jason Brown has become one of the most inspiring figures in the world of figure skating. ⛸️🌈 This week on The Jack Murley Sports Show, the Olympic bronze medallist, national champion, and social media sensation joins us for a candid, joyful, and...

thejackmurleysportsshow.podbean.com

Happy Holidays from Jason!

Jason Brown on Instagram: "’Tis the season ✨ Happiest Holidays Everyone! ハッピーホリデー！♥️"

478 likes, 5 comments - jasonbskates on December 24, 2025: "’Tis the season ✨ Happiest Holidays Everyone! ハッピーホリデー！♥️".

www.instagram.com

 

[Sylvia]

"It's a special holiday-week episode of the Rocker Skating Podcast, featuring a one-on-one with Jason Brown." (36 mins.):
[ETA: video link has since become private/unavailable - will post if it's up later] - now back up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH2lcKgCTXI

2025 CS Denis Ten Memorial Challenge SP:

 

[kwanette]

"It's a special holiday-week episode of the Rocker Skating Podcast, featuring a one-on-one with Jason Brown." (36 mins.):
[ETA: video link has since become private/unavailable - will post if it's up later] - now back up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH2lcKgCTXI

2025 CS Denis Ten Memorial Challenge SP:

Gone again..

 

[Sylvia]

Happy Birthday, Jason!

Jason's chat with Jackie was recorded on his birthday (Dec. 15) - @kwanette the YT link is working again.

 

[kwanette]

Jason's chat with Jackie was recorded on his birthday (Dec. 15) - @kwanette the YT link is working again.

TY!

 

[Sylvia]

{{{ Jason & all of his fans }}}

This was recorded in the mixed zone after the SP on Jan. 8, 2026: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTdDM8EDUp_/

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Jason is listed as WD from 4CC today and was announced by USFS on 1/11/26 as assigned to Worlds in Prague.

 

[AYS]

Jason on IG:

Jason Brown on Instagram: "Our lives are built from moments. Moments that lift us, break us, confuse us, and sometimes feel like magic when everything aligns. Moments within our control—and moments so far beyond it that they force us to question ever

6,787 likes, 522 comments - jasonbskates on January 14, 2026: "Our lives are built from moments. Moments that lift us, break us, confuse us, and sometimes feel like magic when everything aligns. Moments within our control—and moments so far beyond it that they force us to question everything...

www.instagram.com

 

[Sylvia]

Some comments on Jason's post (editing to add more):

Ashley Wagner: You are SO much more than this moment, and whatever comes next, I truly only remember the highlights of this career of yours. You are more than your skating, and I’m so proud of YOU."

Kirsten Moore-Towers: "You are an inspiration to so many. Your legacy exists so far beyond results and the skating world is so much better for having you within it "

Tai Babilonia: "Please DO NOT ever let skating/your job define you as a person. XOXO"

Joe Klein: "This performance was insignificant in the picture of who “Jason Brown” is as a skater and person. You’re strength in moments like these is what makes you so amazing and such a great role model. Never stop being yourself, we love you Jason"

Kiri Baga: "You are such an incredible person and athlete Jason! This sport is so lucky to have you, your impact goes far beyond any performance "

Brian Boitano: "We are all here with you and for you too. "

Lots of heart/heart hand emojis left by Evan B., Adam R., Donovan C., Gabby D., Tara L., Christina C., Mariah, Deanna, Piper, Trennt, Audrey, Emily C., Emily B., Alexa K., Andrea Montesinos, Madison C., Nobunari Oda, Jonathan Van Ness, and many more...

ETA:

Vincent Zhou: "You being you has been, is, and always will be more important than any one competition. I and everyone else in this sport am fortunate to have been along on the ride as you’ve created your legacy. We love you Jason"

Kaitlin Hawayek: "Sending much love you are an incredible human and the skating world is lucky that you are a part of it"

Ting Cui: "You are an incredible human being and skater. Your career is SO much more than any one moment. We are so fortunate to have your artistry and bright presence in our sport. You are amazing and cheering for you always "

Nicholas Brooks: "My heart broke with you this past weekend. As you told me earlier in 2025 when you sat beside me and helped me through my own similar trial, you are more than that one skate, you are amazing.
You have been an amazing role model, and you are and will always be one of the best artists this sport ever saw.
You have inspired so many, myself included, and I am so grateful I got to know you as both an athlete and a person."

ETA #2:

Loena Hendrickx: "When I was a little kid, you were one of my biggest inspirations—and you still are, and always will be. You are so special in a way no one else will ever be on the ice. Sending you big hugs! "

Eric Radford: "You stopped time for those watching you perform. Thank you for those incredibly beautiful moments. "

Brooklee Han: "You have been and continue to be such an inspiration to so many. Your career and your skating is such a gift to the skating world. Your legacy in and out of this sport extends far beyond this weekend and we have all been so fortunate to get to see so many incredible performances from you over the years "

Dylan Moscovitch: "Thank you for giving your whole self to this sport, and the world, with so much purity and authenticity."

 

[Wyliefan]

Glad to see some sweet and supportive messages from his fellow skaters.

 

[tangerine dream]

Poor Jason. It sounds like the free skate shocked him, which I take to mean that his training and practices had been going fine. And now he has lost some trust in himself. I know he has a good team around him and he will get the support he deserves.

 

[Allskate]

Poor Jason. It sounds like the free skate shocked him, which I take to mean that his training and practices had been going fine. And now he has lost some trust in himself. I know he has a good team around him and he will get the support he deserves.

He has been working with a sports psychologist since he was 9. I'm sure that Tracey is a great source of support and he is very close to his family. I hope he learned a lot from the last time he didn't make the Olympic team. He is beloved by so many fans, and I'm sure he'll feel that love on the SOI tour.

 

[skatfan]

Poor Jason. It sounds like the free skate shocked him, which I take to mean that his training and practices had been going fine. And now he has lost some trust in himself. I know he has a good team around him and he will get the support he deserves.

It sounded like he was landing the 3 axel in practices, but not within the program run-throughs - at least at the official practices. I'm guessing that falling on the initial axel in the free, and then popping the next attempt just took him completely out of his head...

 

[just tuned in]

I wonder if he was affected by Max's skate and situation. He looked very emotional.

 

[Sylvia]

37.8K Likes and 2,422 comments on Jason's post in less than 24 hours (not surprised).

Rohene's comment: "Love you Jason! This to shall pass. And your light will shine brighter than before."

Miki Ando: "You are beautiful inside and outside as a human like sunshine!!! We love you always and we are always here for you no matter what happens.
You might feel like this now but I’m sure is because there will be some meanings to feel that way.
Please remember that YOU ARE AMAZING!!!
Love you Jason"

Sandra Bezic left a red heart; Daniel Grassl 2 (Jason choreographed a SP for him years ago); Yuka Sato posted 3.

 

[Allskate]

I'm glad something good came out of Jason going to Nationals. I think he has visited about 25 different Ronald McDonald Houses over the past year. Before he left St. Louis, he brought them a huge haul of stuffed animals and spent time with some of the kids:

Jason Brown on Instagram: "🧸 @rmhcstl After the @usfigureskating Championships, I visited the local @ronaldmcdonaldhouse. Just wanted you all to know how incredibly grateful I am for you and your generous donations. They’ve all made it safely to th

5,634 likes, 143 comments - jasonbskates on January 18, 2026: "🧸 @rmhcstl After the @usfigureskating Championships, I visited the local @ronaldmcdonaldhouse. Just wanted you all to know how incredibly grateful I am for you and your generous donations. They’ve all made it safely to their new...

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[Sylvia]

According to this post, Jason's goal was to visit RMHC programs this season and St. Louis was #26:

Ronald McDonald House Charities of STL on Instagram: "We were honored to welcome U.S. Olympic figure skater and longtime RMHC supporter Jason Brown and his family to our Grove House following the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. As part of his goa

65 likes, 3 comments - rmhcstl on January 20, 2026: "We were honored to welcome U.S. Olympic figure skater and longtime RMHC supporter Jason Brown and his family to our Grove House following the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. As part of his goal to visit 26 RMHC programs, RMHC St. Louis...

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We were honored to welcome U.S. Olympic figure skater and longtime RMHC supporter Jason Brown and his family to our Grove House following the U.S. Figure Skating Championships.
As part of his goal to visit 26 RMHC programs, RMHC St. Louis marked Jason’s final stop. During his visit, Jason toured the House, assisted Chef Matt in preparing dinner for families, and thoughtfully set out stuffed animals in the dining room for children and families to enjoy.
We are grateful for Jason’s continued support and the meaningful time he spent with our families.

ETA: Yes, my original "26" got deleted when I was copying-and-pasting "RMHC programs" into my sentence above. .

 

[Allskate]

According to this post, Jason's goal was to visit RMHC programs this season and St. Louis was #26:

Not quite this season. He's been doing work with RMHC for many years, but in late 2024 he set a goal to visit 26 more Ronald McDonald Houses by the 2026 Olympic Games, and this was #26. Almost every competition, tour stop, show, vacation location, etc., he has visited a local RMH. In addition to that, he and others at the Cricket Club regularly help out the Toronto RMH. He's constantly posting about RMH on his Instagram account. He raises awareness for them, plays with kids, rolls up his sleeves in the kitchen, brings stuffed animals, etc.

 

[Sylvia]

Nov. 12, 2025 article:

Brown to Visit 26 Ronald McDonald Houses With an Eye on 2026 Olympic Bid - U.S. Figure Skating

By Darci Miller

usfigureskating.org

Dec. 21, 2021: https://figureskatersonline.com/new...ld-mcdonald-house-charities-despite-pandemic/

Revisiting this post-2018 Nationals article in the NYT Magazine's Olympic Issue by Patricia Lockwood (March 6, 2018):

The Unabashed Beauty of Jason Brown on Ice (Published 2018)

His spins and jumps defy the increasingly muscular norms of male figure skating

www.nytimes.com

Excerpt from the end:

“Nothing is easy about this moment, but I’m proud of my fight,” Brown tweeted of his first-alternate status, adding words of encouragement for his teammates. [...]
I began to replay the broadcast and felt different timelines running alongside me like tracks on the ice, one for each man’s hope. [...] In this one Jason Brown goes, slicing brightly through a parallel universe where the quad doesn’t hold sway and everyone is standing, stamping, breathing white clouds with him, just wishing that it might go on. It is not possible to exist in this feeling all the time. This is not one of our capabilities — but look, the body says, lifting up into its improbable upper air, look, I’m doing it. Here is my world, for just one minute. It’s this way, and you’re living in it.

 

[ice coverage]

According to this post, Jason's goal was to visit RMHC programs this season and St. Louis was #26:

Ronald McDonald House Charities of STL on Instagram: "We were honored to welcome U.S. Olympic figure skater and longtime RMHC supporter Jason Brown and his family to our Grove House following the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. As part of his goa

65 likes, 3 comments - rmhcstl on January 20, 2026: "We were honored to welcome U.S. Olympic figure skater and longtime RMHC supporter Jason Brown and his family to our Grove House following the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. As part of his goal to visit 26 RMHC programs, RMHC St. Louis...

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I would bet 2026 Big Macs that Sylvia fully intended from the beginning to write "visit 26 RMHC programs this season"; that it was merely a typo that she accidentally omitted the "26" from her post; and that Sylvia has been posting for many years about Jason's longstanding and admirable commitment to hands-on support of RMHC.

I was reassured to see video/photos of Jason once again bringing joy (and gifts and more) to a local program.
Especially in St. Louis after a tough competition, I hope that it was another uplifting visit for him.

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[Sylvia]

I would bet 2026 Big Macs

Yes, my original "26" got deleted when I was copying-and-pasting (I've since gone back and edited my post).

Jason playing with his nephew :

Jason Brown on Instagram: "Life keeps spinning ❤️"

1,916 likes, 58 comments - jasonbskates on January 20, 2026: "Life keeps spinning ❤️".

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