Scott Hamilton Avenue is named after the figure skater who took home the gold for the U.S. in 1984.

Several notable Winter Olympians have ties to the state of Tennessee. Figure skater Scott Hamilton, a Franklin resident, won a gold medal at the 1984 Winter Olympics. Other athletes with Tennessee connections include figure skater Janet Lynn and bobsledder Hakeem Abdul-Saboor.

MILAN, Italy — Scott Hamilton is a famous American figure skater and Olympic gold medalist. He has a role as a broadcaster at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. Hamilton, 67, won the men’s singles title at the 1984 Winter Games and has stayed connected to skating for many years.

Scott Hamilton, the iconic 1984 Olympic gold medalist in men’s figure skating, continues to captivate audiences in early 2026 with his unwavering passion for the sport and resilient spirit amid health challenges.

Scott Hamilton’s journey to Olympic success not only represents American sporting excellence but also provides Bowling Green with a unique identity. The establishment of Scott Hamilton Avenue signifies more than just a street name;

On Nov. 23, he'll also host his annual Scott Hamilton and Friends fundraiser for cancer research Scott Hamilton, the legendary ice skater who won an Olympic gold medal for men's figure skating back in 1984, says he no longer gets on the ice. None of the above.