Kaitlin Hawayek & Jean-Luc Baker

[ManyCairns]

Their program is so beautiful and I think its the best program of the year. I'm so incredibly sad.

Definitely exquisite!

 

[sworddance21]

Not sure why I've never posted here in this thread, but Kaitlin and Jean-Luc have been my favorites for years. I just adore them. This program they shared yesterday is magical. I'm sad that we won't see it in competition, but I'm wishing them all the best.

 

[dorispulaski]

âI Found Youâ, Olympians Kaitlin Hawayek & Jean-Luc Baker ice dance in Central Park.

U.S Olympic Ice Dancers, Kaitlin Hawayek and Jean-Luc Baker perform their 2024 Senior Free Dance at Wollman Rink, Central Park, in New York City.'Gratitude. ...

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They skate what would have been their FD on the rink at Central Park. They are filmed by On Ice Perspectives.

It is lovely!

 

[slider11]

The "I Found You " program is breathtaking! The most moving of the season for me! But it lacks the difficult lifts they've struggled with because they are so close in height. I know other teams similar in height have compensated but H/B have had incredibly bad luck with falls and now their health is paramount with multiple concussions. I am sad. That is purre ice dancing and beautiful interpretation.

 

[Rikku]

Kaitlin and Jean-Luc are showing us their RD too.
It's beautiful

Jean-Luc Baker on Instagram: "You didn’t think we would only show you one of the programs did you? 👀 . . A special shout out again to everyone on our team who made our visions come to life ⛸️ @iceacademyofmontreal @teamusa @usfigureskating . 🎥 @oni

6,387 likes, 308 comments - jeanlucbaker on January 23, 2024: "You didn’t think we would only show you one of the programs did you? 👀 . . A special shout o..."

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[Spiralgraph]

I hope On Ice Perspectives posts that program to you tube as soon as possible. I need to have that permanently on my computer to savor again and again.

 

[Ruthypegs]

Oh my goodness - what stunning videos - thanks for sharing - once again, Jean Luc and Kaitlyn's skating has me in tears - so beautiful.

 

[slider11]

So... is this just lacking difficult lifts? Because the footwork, step sequences, synchronicity, spins, speed, precision and tremendous artistic interpretation ....it's all there. How would this compare to the top 3? I know that's not why H/B did this and I totally appreciate and accept their health comes first. But both of these performances are just magical.

 

[sworddance21]

So... is this just lacking difficult lifts? Because the footwork, step sequences, synchronicity, spins, speed, precision and tremendous artistic interpretation ....it's all there. How would this compare to the top 3? I know that's not why H/B did this and I totally appreciate and accept their health comes first. But both of these performances are just magical.

I don't know what the judges would say (well, maybe I do ) but for me, there is no comparison. H/B are tops. Their one foot sequences are unparalleled. They draw me in - whether programs like this year's, or more upbeat ones, or downright funny ones - like no other team. Their connection is gorgeous. Their interpretation is impeccable and effortless. So. Genuine.

 

[labgoat]

I hope On Ice Perspectives posts that program to you tube as soon as possible. I need to have that permanently on my computer to savor again and again.

I have been waiting for a team to skate to my favorite song ever and for it to be my one of my favorite teams ever and not get to see it in competition is making me sob uncontrollably.
Thank you for posting this clip. It is the stuff of my dreams and despair.

A more complete version...can you hear me crying...

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they have my heart forever....
I haven't been this sad since Tai & Randy withdrew from the Olympics...

 

[Spiralgraph]

Oh labgoat
Thank you for posting the link, but please don't mention Tai and Randy. my favorite US pair of all time. I don't want to be even more weepy this morning.

 

[labgoat]

Oh labgoat
Thank you for posting the link, but please don't mention Tai and Randy. my favorite US pair of all time. I don't want to be even more weepy this morning.

I shed ugly tears this morning when I found the link.

 

[labgoat]

Oh labgoat
Thank you for posting the link, but please don't mention Tai and Randy. my favorite US pair of all time. I don't want to be even more weepy this morning.

We are of one mind then.

 

[Kitt]

OMG!!!!! Essence of ice dancing. And now I'm crying at the loss of my all-time favorites.

 

[moonvine]

OMG!!!!! Essence of ice dancing. And now I'm crying at the loss of my all-time favorites.

Why? Has anyone said they are retiring?

 

[Kitt]

No, nothing official yet. It just seemed like a swan song to me.

 

[noskates]

Anybody have an update on Kaitlin and Jean Luc? Are they retiring? Taking a break? Planning on competing this year? Next year? They are, and have been, my favorite American dance team for some time now. I love the freshness of all their programs and the fact they dont' try to cram them full of point-getting moves. They truly dance!

 

[Ic3Rabbit]

As I posted in my thread Summer shows: They will be headlining Sun Valley on Ice on August 10.

 

[slider11]

That is fantastic! In whatever capacity they choose to skate I hope they continue to perform!

 

[BlissfulSynergy]

Anybody have an update on Kaitlin and Jean Luc? Are they retiring? Taking a break? Planning on competing this year? Next year? They are, and have been, my favorite American dance team for some time now. I love the freshness of all their programs and the fact they dont' try to cram them full of point-getting moves. They truly dance!

I believe they are still listed in the ISP. They haven't made any formal announcements, though, regarding their competitive or non-competitive plans.