Christopher Bowman (USA) - 1988 Calgary, Figure Skating, Men's Short Program (US ABC)

Calgary, Alberta, CANADA - 1988 Winter Games, Men's Short Program - First, a profile on Christopher Bowman of the United States, followed by his Short Program.

[@PerAllwin1963]

Seriously, I would’ve given that program a 5.9 for artistic impression. He had masculine flair and elegance that matched the music.

[@bettyvan1213]

Maybe he shouldn't have had those puffy sleeves on his costume - it's the little things that add up...

[@janyshendrickson3833]

One of my all time favourite male skaters, Bowman the Showman was his calling card. That was a very solid, well presented Short/Technical Program. Technique was excellent, presentation was appropriate and believable, all delivered with speed, confidence and style. IMO, that was a great skate back in '88 and it's still a great skate in '22. Thank you for posting gbis.

[@candacecrocker352]

He was one of the most picturesque skaters ever. He had a solid technique and always related beautifully to his music. It was unfortunate that his personal demons shortened his life but I'm willing to bet that he could out dazzle all of today's " quad gods"!

[@CorpsDiplomatique22]

I was never into figure skating but when Bowman the Showman was on no one could look away. So much talent and charisma! RIP

[@anah3864]

I had forgotten how amazing he was.

[@demisonice]

I love his costume, his death drop, and what a fabulous combination spin. RIP

[@gaelgarciabernal2434]

Christopher Bowman really epitomized youthful exuberance! He was playful, stylish, dynamic and fun!!

[@michellewilcome2064]

Miss you, Christopher.

[@kerryprzytula7]

We miss you Christopher. Greatest coach of all time. You brought artistry, flair and beauty into the girls programs. You made them beautiful skaters and showed them how to believe in themselves. Thank you for you being you. Miss you.

[@maryholter2971]

Great entertaining style!

[@bufb]

Loved his skating and his wild ways. He is missed and yes he is a cutie

[@sophiab605]

One of my favorite skaters of all time. I saw him skate live while he would tour with the champions on ice show in the late 1980s and early 1990s. He had such a presence. it saddened me so much when he died.

[@curious1784]

I shared the Ice (Pickwick) with him, among other skaters. He taught me a few things. I got to see him land his first Triple jump. He had such a great sense of humor. Lol TMI because of Chris, I Really like guys with a butt. 😇

[@elainejenner7580]

Thanks for making this available to mobile devices. That's the charismatic, sexy Christopher I remember. Really enjoyed it. Still so sad.

[@msmo2060]

His scores stunk. He deserved so much higher

[@MTVMANN]

What a star he was!!!

[@locomadre3520]

What an absolute gift!!! Christopher Bowman, you are truly one of a kind and though you have left the earth you have left behind a legacy that will live on forever. You lived..really truly LIVED!! Thank You:)-:)`

[@Dylvente]

What an outstanding program and great style! I guess he choreographed that kick for the camera on purpose? Didn't get to appreciate him then because I was too young -- thank God for KZbin now! Thanks for sharing!

[@HattieLovesCattie]

I got to meet him at a party in LA in the late 1980's.He next door neighbor was my hubby's old classmate.I still have the pix of me and Chris,he was SO NICE!!!! Was so sorry to hear he died.:(

[@JUNGLEJIMY123]

Thank you. You tube. He was a fantastic skater. !!!

[@galileocan]

Personally speaking - I think Chris had more artistry, flair, and personality on the ice than Orser and Boitano put together...

[@betteurbain7911]

Boitano would agree with you in that he has stated that Chris was one of the greatest skaters ever.

[@lilbatz]

Chris had enough charisma for 8 people. I miss skaters who truly perform. Chris, you are so so missed

[@grumpylexi]

Browning and Bowman both had so much charisma from 88-92. Would have loved to have seen both of them at the top of their game and duel it out.

[@valerieteti1755]

@@grumpylexi Christopher should have medaled in these Olympics

[@46foryounger]

Wow what a talent❤️ and what a personality. Breaks my heart when people get addicted to drugs😢

[@baritonebynight]

I remember watching this when I was a kid. I wanted him to win.Others had better work ethnic, could do better jumps, more consistent.....but none had the showmanship or let's face it...were that HOT!. He said in an interview late in life that women were all over him (10% of the men were too if he admitted it or not). He seemed to have it all....looks, money, fame, talent to burn....sad he died so young.

[@jgilc2691]

Excellent skater and what a cutie!

[@Tfontaine209]

Had a big crush on Chris🧡🔥RIP

[@smoothALOE]

Were there those who thought that Stojko was a similar skater to Bowman? I think Bowman was a better performer, but the martial arts and sort of "wild" life style is eerily comparative to me.

[@miuzefreak]

LOLOLOL at 7:19 showman!