Nathan Chen Schools Jimmy on How to Do an Axel Jump | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Nathan Chen talks about returning to college at Yale, winning gold at the 2022 Winter Olympics and messing up during routines.
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[@michelleliu7915]

The interview is too short! Nathan is so humble and hard-working. Plus, I'm just fond of his voice so much, in addition to his skating and smile😊

[@user-is7rn2ob8o]

I think Jimmy doesn't know what to talk to him about )))))

[@mysticalmargaret6105]

It was too short! It was a little bit longer in the episode, they didn't show Nathan's intro.

[@sierra4766]

I'm pretty sure he's probably exhausted. That flight has to be a nightmare.

[@alceasaraleman4518]

his smile is really attractive especially when you see his teeth it's so cute ☺️😍

[@melanieannplans2666]

@@user-is7rn2ob8o He honestly seemed star-struck :)

[@ccdesign280]

Nathan Chen is a classy young man who deserved an indepth interview here. What a global treasure!

[@wongbenyb2679]

Yes, and he deserved one not done by Fallon of all people.

[@novascotiaskater1868]

Except Fallon doesn’t do “ in depth “ interviews… everyone knows you aren’t getting a 60 minute interview if you’re watching late night talk shows

[@worldcitizeng6507]

@@novascotiaskater1868 Nathan plays the piano and guitar, they could play some sort of game to make it fun.

[@moma-b]

@@novascotiaskater1868 Tbh, I am kind of disappointed in how little Jimmy actually prepared (or his team prepared for him) for this interview. It's almost an insulting level of ignorance. 😐

[@svetlanak1043]

He is admired and loved throughout the world. Talented and humble. Wish him the best.

[@user-qo4bl4dh5p]

@@maeudaou7347 Racist🤮🤮

[@svetlanak1043]

@@maeudaou7347 someone is jealous.

[@love2sk879]

@@svetlanak1043 absolutely right

[@realamerican5969]

@@maeudaou7347 And where should we send you, honey? Nathan is just fine.

[@novascotiaskater1868]

@@maeudaou7347 send him “ back” to China? He’s American and grew up in Salt Lake City…. Why are you even watching this video if you are going to be racist about him?

[@RetiredOne]

Nathan’s appearance on the Today Show was great. They had him for 3 different segments. He hadn’t seen his mom for a month, and they surprised him by having her show up with a pizza. We got to hear from her and they showed some of the 4 year old skating video. They ask some really good questions so more of Nathan’s personality came through. For those that are interested, Nathan will be on CBS tomorrow morning (23rd), and on James Corden in the evening.

[@user-nc4dd6ht4k]

Thanks ☺️

[@joanneweiss3864]

Thank you for all the info, I'll watch everything, trying to catch up! He is so magnificent, talented & humble, as a skater and a human being!

[@the_piano_diva]

The poor man is probably exhausted at this point 😅 I wonder if he's competing at world's this year, he hasn't mentioned anything. I REALLY want him to skate 😩

[@simbalion5220]

Pp

[@superchick99]

He has the sweetest laugh. Such a brilliant talent. Also seems like such a good guy!

[@worldcitizeng6507]

You can find Nathan on the older Olympic Channel, where he & others compete to make a PB&J sandwich in 1 minute he was hilarious 😂, he's laugh is 😅

[@chadley25]

Haha, I noticed his laugh at 2:32 -- it is indeed cute. Ha ha.

[@angelajohnston1010]

@@worldcitizeng6507 he is a fun loving kid.

[@rockinpinkcadillac]

Truly glad to have had the opportunity to watch him these last couple of years. Truly an amazing skater!!!

[@rockinpinkcadillac]

@@maeudaou7347 he’s American, born and raised in Utah 🙄

[@sporeKAfan]

His Rocketman performance is the BOMB! I watched it so many times.

[@davemusicinca]

Being a Canadian I cheered for our athletes this year as usual but I was so excited for Nathan when he nailed everything and won the gold medal. Absolutely adore this kid and his work ethics, such a humble guy too. Asian representation!!

[@yrqueenalia]

what asian representation? all top 5 for olympics figure skating men this year are asian…

[@chinkara2140]

@@yrqueenalia asian- american representation actually

[@7girl]

@@yrqueenalia he means Asian representation in America.

[@captainbryce1]

@@yrqueenalia Nathan Chen is not "representing" Asia, he's Chinese-American which means he's representing the United States by nationality. He may also represent Asian-American ethnicity, but that's only symbolic. Japan and the United States have the best figure skating programs right now for the men. For the women, it's Russia and Japan. Nathan Chen (United States) Yuma Kagiyama (Japan) Shoma Uno (Japan) Yuzuru Hanyu (Japan) Cha Jun-Hwan (Korea)

[@yrqueenalia]

@@captainbryce1 exactly my point thank you

[@biari8599]

He's such a sweet person, on top of being such a fantastic skater!

[@singer34109]

He is sooo adorable 😍

[@deborahgodley6980]

Nathan is such amazing athlete- and smart,charming and adorable too! 🌟🌟🌟

[@kellymoran7001]

America needs to fall in love with Nathan Chen like the Figure Skating world has! He's a complete gem of a human - talented, hardworking, humble, and kind to all his competitors. It's amazing how he overcame his struggles at the 2018 Olympics to become a 3 time World Champion and 2022 Olympic Champion! GO NATHAN ❤️❤️❤️

[@alinareybey3263]

He’s so sweet.. such a good man.

[@angelajohnston1010]

Humble and handsome, cheerful and polite. Brilliant. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@scarlettni4817]

As a fan of him I just wanna say he has done perfectly throughout the past Olympic circle from 2018 to 2022, got three world champions and won a lot of gold medals. But after all, Olympic 🥇 is too meaningful. So Congratulations Nathan! I am so happy for you and I look forward to seeing you at Stars on Ice.✌️

[@friendlylavenders]

Agreed! Watching him over the years is so beautiful 💕

[@GP-nr2fm]

Love his giggles and smiles.

[@SarahM-rz6wu]

He’s so sweet and cute! Congrats on the medal and for bringing it home. I loved watching him preform ❤️

[@jasper530]

I love Nathan's personality. He's quite funny and down to earth. But most of all, I admire him for being intelligent and multi-talented.

[@stevenla761]

his axels and jumps were so mesmerizing to watch💯💯

[@worldcitizeng6507]

The aerial views of his Beijing short program truly was so special. He was spinning so fast like magic

[@linglingto1954]

Nathan is truly multi-talented. He is not only an Olympic champion, he is also a superb pianist and versatile dancer. I enjoy watching all his incredible performance.

[@xobobalover26]

I can't believe he's only 22! So talented, mature, and humble!!! So happy for him ❤

[@WhatIsThis-zq4hk]

Nathan Chen’s giggles can solve world peace

[@suhugo9546]

Nathan is the best! Here for Nathan. I wish the interview would have been longer. The man is a Gold Medalist. It’s been over 10years since the US 🇺🇸 Men skater took home the gold.

[@IramZakir]

it would have been 15, but ughh sedlyf.. jk

[@jellypop7]

In a word, his gaIn a word, Nathan Chen's this game was the "champion" itself. His warm eyes and delicate manners always touch the fans.

[@anniesong2917]

Well deserved fame! Extremely elated him becoming an Olympic champion!

[@shaner.5341]

Nathan Chen is just soooo FREAKING AWESOME 👏💪!!!! I’m so happy for him winning that Olympic 🥇 and very DESERVING of it .

[@democracybabe]

Humble, hardworking, perfection, great smile and a sexy voice. Congrats Nathan for a job well done!

[@zmelon]

Nathan is such an adorable young man. Talented as heck with such an enduring personality.

[@siiiiiuu7]

Seems like such a happy guy, and what a talent!

[@anastasiausatyuk6727]

Congratulations Nathan! We love you!

[@rocketmanorigin3558]

From Japan! Congratulation.

[@gildatan4958]

He is a good teacher too !! Way to go Nathan Chen!! Way to go Jimmy!! Maybe next time do it on ice with Nathan 😊

[@arkscrew]

He is so good looking... I have been binge watching his interviews for the past week .

[@user-ps4vy9jr9g]

Glad to see our cutie Champion 😎🥇❤ Proud of you Nathan! 🐻👊🚀

[@thomaswschaller]

When somebody has a dream - falls short - gets up - works harder, and gets even better. And then makes it happen. Nothing better. Nathan is just so inspiring.

[@hyperpeng4966]

he is so humble and such a gentleman. I am so happy for him and congratulations!!!!

[@kikiiovesmusic10]

Nathan is so cool!!! Congrats on the gold!

[@7girl]

I'm happy we finally have some media content!!! Saw the competition and was absolutely blown away by his performances.

[@marykalan8003]

Nathan is just so sweet

[@exasri7680]

A good upbringing of a man...congratulations Nathan....

[@oliviamontgomery1488]

He’s so casual 😅 I love it

[@kittensrus168]

Nathan's joy was infectious! I'm so proud of him. His step sequence had me up dancin'.

[@kelleydonovan770]

Jimmy thank you for regaling this young man with awe and wonder. You gave him a great interview and figuratively bowed for the collective US - we are so proud of and impressed by Nathan Chen. 🥇🏆🇺🇸 Nice job Jimmy. Warmed my heart ♥️. And NATHAN…have fun and relax, dude. And Nathan’s Yale professors, let’s just give him straights A’s and cancel his midterms!!

[@robinlynn8087]

Wow, what a TALENT & PERSON! Congratulations Nathan! Very inspiring. Thanks for bringing some light into the world. God Bless- 💞🙏

[@lisal6121]

Nathan Chen unbelievable! Fantastic. ❤️

[@tracey9754]

Thank you Jimmy. You are the best showmanship! Congratulations Nathan Chen 🏆 🇺🇸 🏆

[@lightening1296]

The have-it-all guy is super grounded and humble. Before he won the Olympic gold medal this year, he's been a 3-time world champion and 6 time US national champion.

[@starsmoon0216]

Nathan is absolutely an inspiration and a wonderful, hard working young man. He's an incredible athlete and human being. Congrats Nathan on your well deserved gold medal!!!!

[@loveforeignaccents]

My mom loves this kid and claims she's going to adopt him so I finally will have a brother 😂😅😋

[@tonycruz6183]

So proud of you brother Well done CHAMPION 🏆

[@vanessaraices8389]

I so proud for Nathan for everything he have alot of courage .Thank you👍

[@jarinchu9595]

Humble, smart, hardworking, athletic, handsome -- did this guy quad out of anime?

[@sharonshin4574]

Awesome interview!! Nathan Chen is a very down-to-earth young man. He has a good head on his shoulders. Very smart. Congratulations, Nathan. Thanks for having him on the show, Jimmy!!!

[@KateKahn]

I am so in love with this kid.

[@Ska1025]

He’s not only amazing skater, but also sweet person. With love from Mongolia ❤️❤️❤️

[@Emily-bt4hw]

The best for 4 full years winning gold Olympic !!! Nice, genuinely nice, doesn't pretend. That's why he is loved.

[@mclaynmusick9753]

He was the first figure skating performance I ever watched, and I am addicted. He was amazing! Beautiful performance

[@connieatkinson7125]

What an amazing man so very proud of him.

[@robin.jashinsky]

I love how Nathan is so down to earth. He’s so talented and would definitely make a good skating teacher. I laughed when he tried to teach Jimmy how to do a triple axel.

[@joanzhangzz]

same here

[@ainuraainura2306]

Congratulations Nathan!!!🔥🚀👑 We love you ❤️❤️❤️

[@naomichadwick4223]

This boy is everywhere right now 😊

[@Lauren-vq9mm]

Nathan is so charming! ♥️

[@hi2978]

so proud of nathan chen n chloe kim, great athletes!

[@aprilflower43]

Nathan Chen is awesome. So proud and happy for him. Proud to be an American. USA!

[@no-pn7yp]

He speaks so fast💜

[@mywittyromance]

DANG his face has my heart fluttering 😍

[@rabbitazteca23]

he is so cute myghadddd AAAAHHHH

[@user-lq5nt2hy7x]

Love Nathan

[@maialsenussi3096]

His smile is so contagious

[@JCruzLiveReactions]

This man is handsome

[@iccasn]

That's true

[@animatedanna658]

Simp

[@jimutjayadev]

If you consider BTS handsome then definitely 🤣🤣🤣

[@JCruzLiveReactions]

@@jimutjayadev what do u mean by that?

[@julia0aike]

Totally true

[@brendamosley1549]

Hes such a intelligent young man and talented love him . his voice is amazing

[@Poisenivy5]

Congratulations to Nathan Chen! His form and techniques in the Olympics were just beautiful and jaw dropping

[@user-yz1ku4fx1z]

Nathan Chen is a legend! My favorite figure skater. Greetings from Russia🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺, he is loved💞💕💕

[@user-ti7tn5pp3b]

他的花样滑冰让我感受到美国精神:自然、自由、自信！

[@thulekovish8188]

This is the most I've heard Nathan Chen laugh within 4 minutes. Cute!

[@lesnoytuman8819]

We love you Nathan Chen ❤️💗💚🖤💜💝💖💘

[@ruthopenstone3432]

The minute he said "Let's break it down" and then going through the steps slowly, I knew he is going to be a great coach one day.

[@annienyc]

He definitely will be a great coach, on Raf's IG stories there's videos of Nathan teaching a class.

[@ceciliarauth6113]

Nice young man. Have fun at Yale!👍😊

[@annelynalovera2610]

I strongly agree… The one and only Nathan Chen! ❤️👏👏👏

[@arkscrew]

Jimmy is the best entertainer in the industry now. This is what we should be doing. Applaud the ones who won medals for us in Olympics not bash a teenager. Focus on US atheletes and give them the fame they all deserve.

[@cerealbeforemilk8976]

2:51 Even though it was just an axel Nathan Chen still makes it look so BIG and awesome

[@user-qo9le75p4h0]

please don't retire~~~ I wanna see you in Milan

[@dhwanikumar9245]

Yess Nathan FINALLY! So happy to see you get the attention that you deserve!

[@Jessica-ch1yi]

Did anyone see his gala performance? It was fantastic, and he did a backflip!

[@olegrostov9722]

I would like to be nice, such a question puts a smile on my face :) I've been a die-hard fan of this kid since his first senior season... When I saw his LP for the first time, I knew he wasn't just going only to be the best. He just raised the bar so high and he changed the face of the sport. I still don't see anyone doing the 2016 GPF Nathan's Long Program, due to the still very difficult technical content. When it comes to Chen, I've seen much more than his gala performance :) No matter, you are soooo nice

[@Jessica-ch1yi]

@@olegrostov9722 that’s cool, I generally only watch figure skating during the Olympics so I’ve only seen his performances at this years and the last winter games but yeah he’s always really good. I just happened to think that gala skate was extra good and entertaining

[@avivaguo4312]

We are so proud of Nathan, he is such a humble boy! Such a great human being. Love from the UK .

[@smartass1379]

I love this guy!!!!!!

[@ninajoanie]

He's such a sweetheart

[@ariga2696]

one the best guest on the show !!!

[@Tutsi95]

История Олимпийского чемпиона всегда рядом с чудом. Но история Нейтана это просто настоящий сценарий к фильму!!! Поздравляю с победой!!! Так приятно осознавать что на его тернистом пути были добрые и отзывчивые люди!

[@mikeinvictus2233]

That’s a never-give-up-gold-medal. Big Congrats!

[@jacobzjm]

a new legend,very proud of him!

[@marianagonzalez8029]

Nathan is such a great guy💯💯💯💯

[@user-ie2xm2og8d]

I love him🥺🥺

[@CrispyL]

Just love him, truly the best

[@maggieli7036]

I’m a huge fan of Nathan Chen❤️❤️❤️ His skating is out of this world the best of best!!! I love him he is the most brilliant role model on and off the ice!!!💖🙌

[@bansheessmile5077]

❤️❤️❤️

[@andrewscott8276]

Why was this interview so short?! I stopped watching Fallon ages ago and only tuned in to see Nathan Chen. This interview was way too short!

[@somekindofflower2024]

They care more about movie or music stars that don't know how to interview other celebrities, so they have to do it short

[@isabellawun]

👍👍💪💪I’m proud of you ! From Canada 🇨🇦

[@chadley25]

Nathan looked tiny next to Jimmy, haha. But I'm so glad he brought home the gold -- what a stellar Games for Nathan Chen. And all blissfully drama-free! As fans of the sport (and the art) of figure skating, we're so lucky to be alive at a time to watch not just Nathan, but legends like Yuzuru Hanyu and heir-apparent Shoma Uno all at the same time. Great interview, if a little too short! Nathan reminds me a little of Apolo Ohno as a returning Olympic champion... cool, composed, humble, and camera-ready. P.S. Nike must be very, very happy with all that free advertising an Olympic gold medalist just casually handed them.

[@cerealbeforemilk8976]

Go Nathan woohoo! :D

[@josephinejwang8248]

Very good looking College kid ! Should have asked him more questions on training routines, college major, etc,

[@YT2008]

congrats nathan!!