Nathan Chen

[zebobes]

A twitter user posted his performances from tonight. Nathan threw on an unbuttoned white shirt over his Space Song outfit, and he wore the new costume for Rocketman.

I wish he would get an actual costume designer to add flowy fabric to his Space Song outfit, to make it look more designed, but Nathan is skating with so much freedom and expression, it's stunning. I usually don't like his exhibitions, but I really like this one. I just wish he didn't put a backflip into Space Song... he needs a more elegant move to go with the overall feeling.

https://twitter.com/njakrngr/status/1514761266241363969

 

[journalist101]

He did Rocketman in his new Elton John costume for the group number: https://twitter.com/njakrngr/status/1514781548343558154

There's a thread there with some finale clips attached. Looks like the Elton John finale came right after his Rocketman.

Youtube links to Rocketman and Space Song:

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- YouTube

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[Apple1078]

He's such a star lol. This is real main character energy (beginning of the finale):

https://twitter.com/njakrngr/status/1514788326259118093

 

[sheetz]

I'm impressed how easily he could dance right over the rolling platform but has so much trouble with the medal ceremony carpets!

Here's his rockstar entrance to the AC/DC number.

https://twitter.com/icy_blue0505/status/1514761140223455243

A Youtube clip from the finale

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Karen posted photos of the cast wearing a different set of outfits. Maybe for What a Wonderful World?

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcX5fvnrsBa/

A few snippets from all the performers from the Hertz Arena IGS.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcX3B7QJE9v/

 

[sheetz]

AboutNathan reporting from SOI Orlando.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcbfWNvOu2A/

 

[sheetz]

A few clips from the show:

Space Song--I love the ethereal quality of his skating here.

https://twitter.com/icy_blue0505/status/1515505151326375938

Rocketman

https://twitter.com/icy_blue0505/status/1515523689822842880

Various photos and clips, including finale and Rocketman chsq

https://www.instagram.com/p/Ccb3NoCLov-/

Posing for Benny and the Jets

https://twitter.com/icy_blue0505/status/1515512572639735811

The World's most casual backflip

https://twitter.com/JaviersonMcCoy/status/1515512232913821706

 

[journalist101]

About Nathan attended:

Thunderstruck, Opening:

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The Weeknd:

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What a Wonderful World:

- YouTube

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www.youtube.com

Elton John, Finale:

- YouTube

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www.youtube.com

 

[sheetz]

What a Wonderful World:

- YouTube

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www.youtube.com

A little disappointed they spread the skaters out so the final part where Nathan weaves around the skaters is a little less visually impressive. But I can understand their not wanting crash into one another. At least we still have the Japan videos.
-------------------------------------------
Nathan finally makes it to Disney! But not with his family.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CcdSNSCr39L/

Side view of Nathan's ginormous backflip.

https://twitter.com/icy_blue0505/status/1515544151281975299

 

[sheetz]

A fun day at Disney World for the SOI Cast!

https://www.instagram.com/p/CceUpvHMgq-/

Jason's Photos https://www.instagram.com/p/CceRRgUslNi/
Karen's Photos https://www.instagram.com/p/CceVMVrLd_c/
Photos with a fan: https://www.instagram.com/p/CceXSklr4c6/
Photo with a Disney cast member who happens to be a fan (cute story) https://twitter.com/paradeofdreams/status/1515721251809112072

 

[journalist101]

According to Alexa, it looks like Nathan planned the trip.

According to the comments on some photos, Alysa says they all have a group chat and it's so nice to see them having so much fun after a long season.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CceVlinufQS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Answer: He was the VIP that they used to get guided through the park, per this explanation: https://twitter.com/shoshpd/status/1515914171438678018

Mariah's photos: https://www.instagram.com/p/CcfhaKvuHKo/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Vincent's photos: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ccedf0rrtcW/

Zach's photos: https://www.instagram.com/p/CcegB-LroE_/

Evan's phots: https://www.instagram.com/p/CcffYAsr8-y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
His caption: My friend won the Olympics and brought all his friends to @waltdisneyworld. What a guy! Thanks @nathanwchen and @disneyparks for an unforgettable experience! #waltdisneyworld

Alysa's Instagram stories are delightful. Alysa, Nathan, Mariah, and Madison Chock all have matching bucket hats: https://www.instagram.com/stories/alysaxliu/2818818987283895086/

 

[sheetz]

From what I've heard celebrities still have to pay for VIP services at Disney but it sounds like Disney is maybe offering it as a perk for OGMists.

 

[journalist101]

They all look like they're having the best time on tour.

Madison Chock's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CcfopGLLnxp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Most of them thank Nathan for the trip, super glad he got to go to Disney after all these years.

 

[Tahuu]

From what I've heard celebrities still have to pay for VIP services at Disney but it sounds like Disney is maybe offering it as a perk for OGMists.

VIP for 18 guests in two groups starting from $3000 per guest a day would cost $54,000.

 

[Joe Mendoza]

who's the guy in the black shirt and cap in all these photos - is that Mirai's boyfriend?

 

[Ic3Rabbit]

who's the guy in the black shirt and cap in all these photos - is that Mirai's boyfriend?

Yes, Michael Bramante, former US/France Ice dancer. When novice competed with Hawayek.

 

[sheetz]

More at Disney from Mirai's IGS

https://twitter.com/aboutNathan9905/status/1516550880601980930

Digital Nathan Apex Athlete

https://twitter.com/NathanChenJP/status/1516496423856242689

Long interview in the next issue of World Figure Skating magazine

https://twitter.com/WFS_JP/status/1516340884303847433

Upcoming public appearances this week:
At Yale https://ceas.yale.edu/events/yalies-beijing-winter-olympics-sports-talent-and-internationalism
At Figure Skating in Harlem https://sports.yahoo.com/figure-skating-harlem-25-years-052132158.html

 

[journalist101]

SOI Cast went to Elton John

Jason’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CcjWYaqMNro/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Alexa’s tweet: https://twitter.com/alexa_knierim/status/1516579488783556613?s=20&t=UdwaxL4OFaudrkrnwvBUoA

Brandon and Zach also have instagram stories.

It looks like they’re in a private box, wonder if Nathan’s work with Elton John’s production company for the Olympic Channel had the hookup, or if Nathan’s OGM clout helped, or maybe they just all got the box together.

But looks like they’re having a great tour

 

[sheetz]

Alexa's tweet suggests Nathan had a hand in it. I somehow doubt they are all such huge EJ fans that they'd want to chip in for a suite.

 

[sheetz]

Alexa says Elton John just gave a shout out to Nathan! Hope they get to meet him backstage.

https://twitter.com/alexa_knierim/status/1516600194288209923

 

[journalist101]

Alexa says Elton John just gave a shout out to Nathan! Hope they get to meet him backstage.

https://twitter.com/alexa_knierim/status/1516600194288209923

A video is on Madison Chock’s Instagram stories.

https://twitter.com/aboutnathan9905/status/1516645060623929352?s=21&t=NO0H-PP0prcHm3k6EVHs1A