Figure skating stars announce engagement following Valentine’s Day proposal
Figure skating competitors Olivia Smart and Jean-Luc Baker have revealed their engagement after a romantic proposal in Milan, Italy, reports BritPanorama.
Smart, a Spanish skater, and Baker, a former Team USA Olympic ice dancer, shared their joyful news with fans through Instagram. Their followers quickly flooded the comments section with congratulations following Baker’s proposal on Saturday.
The moment occurred on the bustling streets of Milan, where Baker dropped to one knee as Smart stood beneath an umbrella. Overcome with emotion, she took a moment before responding “yes” and embracing her fiancé with a kiss.
The proposal was documented by Baker in a video montage titled “It’s always been you,” showcasing the lead-up to the significant moment. Emotional photographs further captured the essence of this life-changing occasion.
Although Smart did not win a medal in her recent ice dance competition, finishing in ninth place alongside her partner Tim Dieck, she departed Italy with a diamond ring, marking a pivotal turn from disappointment to joy.
Baker, who has previously represented the United States at Olympic events, considers this engagement his most significant victory yet. Fans have shown overwhelming support for the couple, with many expressing their delight in the comments on social media.
Smart commemorated the occasion with a post of her own on Instagram, sharing the pivotal date “14.02.26” alongside photos that reflected the emotional depth of their engagement.
As the couple prepares to embark on this new chapter together, one can’t help but reflect on how life’s most beautiful moments can emerge from fierce competition, illustrating the deep connections that can form even among rivals.
