Torvill and Dean Open Up About Physical Struggles Before Jayne’s On-Ice Fall

Skating legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have made a heartfelt confession about the toll time has taken on their bodies—just days before Torvill suffered a painful fall during their “Our Last Dance” tour performance in Birmingham.

Torvill, 66, took a frightening tumble during their iconic Bolero routine at the BP Pulse Live Arena, prompting Dean to rush to her aid mid-performance. The moment came shortly after the duo shared in an interview that their physical ability on the ice has been “decreasing all the time.”

“We always said we’d know when it was time,” Dean reflected. “We still feel capable of performing, but it’s harder every day. We wanted to go out on a high.”

The pair, who became global icons after their gold medal win at the 1984 Winter Olympics, revealed they’ve been battling “aches and pains” and require rigorous gym training to maintain their performance level.

Despite the challenges, the skaters—now both in their late 60s—have continued to captivate audiences. Their farewell tour marks the end of a legendary partnership that’s spanned decades, including encounters with royalty and presidents.

“It doesn’t get easier,” Dean said. “We’ve climbed the mountain, taken in the view, won our medals—and now it’s time to bow out on our terms.”

The duo also reminisced about their early days together, with Dean affectionately calling Torvill “the Queen Bee of the rink” and Torvill dubbing Dean “the Blonde Prince.” Dean admitted her speed and skill were intimidating at first: “When you took to the ice, we all had to move out of the way!”

Torvill and Dean’s Olympic victory was watched by 24 million viewers in the UK and remains a defining moment in British sports history. The Our Last Dance tour continues until May 11, offering fans one final chance to witness the beloved duo perform together.