Scott Hamilton Continues Declining ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Offers
Scott Hamilton, a renowned American figure skater and Olympic gold medalist, continues to decline offers to compete on “Dancing With the Stars.” At 67 years old, Hamilton’s illustrious career includes winning the men’s singles title at the 1984 Winter Olympics, where he made his mark in the figure skating world.
Hamilton’s Background and Olympic Role
Beyond his competitive career, Scott Hamilton has maintained a strong connection to the world of sports. He is set to return as a broadcaster for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy. This will be his tenth time covering the Winter Games, tying the record for figure skating commentary.
Declining ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Offers
Hamilton has received numerous invitations to participate in the popular reality TV series “Dancing With the Stars.” Despite the allure of the show, he has turned down the opportunity to compete on nine separate occasions. He cites a lack of confidence in his dancing skills as the primary reason for his decision.
“I can’t dance,” Hamilton remarked, indicating that he prefers to remain in areas where he feels more competent. Rather than competing, he enjoys watching the performances unfold on television.
Film Offers and Future Projects
In addition to television offers, several filmmakers have approached Hamilton about creating a biographical film. He has declined these proposals three times but mentioned that one offer still stands. This suggests that while he is reluctant to step into the spotlight, there remains interest in his life story.
Olympic Figure Skaters on ‘Dancing With the Stars’
Although Hamilton will not be dancing on the show, many Olympic figure skaters have previously competed. Here’s a list of notable contestants:
- Johnny Weir (Season 29) – Finished sixth with partner Britt Stewart.
- Tonya Harding (Season 26) – Finished third with Sasha Farber.
- Mirai Nagasu (Season 26) – Came in fourth with partner Alan Bersten.
- Adam Rippon (Season 26) – Won the Mirrorball Trophy with partner Jenna Johnson.
- Nancy Kerrigan (Season 24) – Eliminated in the seventh week with Artem Chigvintsev.
- Meryl Davis (Season 18) – Won with partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy, holding the highest average score.
- Charlie White (Season 18) – Finished fifth with Sharna Burgess.
- Evan Lysacek (Season 10) – Came in second with Anna Trebunskaya.
- Kristi Yamaguchi (Season 6) – Won the Mirrorball Trophy with Mark Ballas.
While Scott Hamilton remains focused on his broadcasting career and Olympic commentary, his repeated refusals of “Dancing With the Stars” offers highlight his commitment to staying true to his strengths. As the Olympics approach, fans can look forward to his insights and expertise in figure skating.
