Torvill & Dean "Paso Doble" 1984.

[@loup4199]

In my opinion no one has ever come close to matching the brilliance of these two. Superb

[@keithstarkey5584]

Not even close. Timeless!

[@mmjhcb]

And no one ever will.

[@yvonnedee9243]

That’s for sure.

[@cherylerome-beatty4677]

Absolutely. But they've changed the rules for ice dancing so much that it is just like pairs skating. Too many acrobatics.

[@yvettedegit5714]

You are right, when I was younger, I would sit up late to watch them on the Olympics. No one could ever compete with them. It was magical to watch.

[@johnruggles7739]

Forget Bolero. Even by today's scoring standards this routine is the best you will see by anybody, anywhere, EVER.

[@Romcom356]

I am currently watching the ice dance in 2022, but nothing, nothing, nothing has ever come close to the drama of this performance for me. The way he used her as his cloak was simply inspired. Haven’t seen it for years. Still gives me a tingle.

[@mehitabel1290]

It never gets old... Those climactic three steps by Chris Dean were the sexiest ever taken in ice dancing!

[@elizemuller5065]

I have to agree, saw this in 1984 and I was completely mesmerized, still is actually. ⛸⛸⛸⛸

[@bjcullen5931]

Totally agree...love the way he just glided along the ice dragging his cape behind him (sorry Jayne!)

[@rozmoran1840]

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[@esse6449]

PERFECTION. 👍👍👍💐🌹🌹🌹

[@triarb5790]

@@bjcullen5931 you honestly forget she is a real person!

[@clarestubbs9303]

The perfect footwork, the costumes and the way that they remained "in character"even after the music stopped. She remained on the ice, the discarded cloak, until he lifted her up and then stood behind him with her hand on his shoulder him holding it, holding his cloak in position over his shoulder. Breathtaking performance! ❤

[@denisej4813]

Attention to the tiniest of details has always been a hallmark of theirs.

[@passplus1]

This is THE dance. Clever - when you watch just Chris, Jane, as his cape, reacts to his every twist and turn of it, like the fabric would. It is ingenious. And his performance as the bull fighter is magnificent. I cannot understand why it is not this one that everyone remembers. The Bolero was good - but this was outstanding for the choreography and the execution.

[@alien8855]

Honestly I stopped watching Ice dance after the new system came. Nowadays the technical level are very high compared to the 6.0 system but the artistry, innovation and creativity has gone out the window. All we now see is similar looking programs with twizzles and elements to gain more points. Torvill and Dean were an iconic and innovative Ice dance team in Ice dance history and this performance shows you what Ice dancing is.

[@roslynpittoni5475]

When they danced The Bolero, they were the first skaters not to change the music. Before, it was 3 different pieces of music at different tempos. Bolero was the same piece throughout but the tempo intensified to the cresendo. They actually had to fight to keep the music. Personally, I always preferred this skating routine to The Bolero.

[@soniabishop7529]

Agree - they try to copy with the unison and tricks, the emotion but none come close to these two for me.

[@janetyurkin822]

Exactly! It’s poetry on ice. They revolutionized ice dancing with artistry, grace, innovation, musical interpretation, and creativity! They set the standard, and no one has ever come close to matching it! All these jumps and spins in ice skating has made it look like gymnastics on ice. The reason I no longer watch it.

[@sueholter7156]

Same here. Too many jumps and lifts. The artistry is missing in so many performances. I used to watch all of the competitions, but only watch a few on here.

[@bophreyhumgart2953]

Absolutely. I don't watch any more either. Just not in the same league.

[@viviennehamilton4127]

Best ice dancers of all time ❤

[@LadrickHarrison]

All day long and then some - stunning British export

[@jacintabyline]

I remember being transfixed watching this in 1984 - as were my 3 million fellow Kiwis. Chris the arrogant toreador, and Jayne his cape which he tossed, turned, and dragged behind him as he taunted an imaginary bull. PERFECTION! We will never see their like again.

[@Rosana-r5p]

You both drive me crazy again and again. L'amour fou.

[@christiner302]

I remember being amazed by this performance. Overshadowed by the Bolero, I still think this is an outstanding performance.

[@catherinesanchez1185]

They did this routine , then Bolero the next night. Just mind blowing.

[@victoriagill3337]

35 years on the technical difficulty in this programme is still absolutely amazing. If either of them were out by a nanosecond they would literally take each other out. No one else has ever done anything as ground breaking as these two in 1984

[@alidabaxter5849]

I've never forgotten seeing this the first time, all those years ago, and getting chills down my spine. There was never anything like this couple before them, and never anything since.

[@ScottP-f8c]

As a former International figure skater, myself, let me tell you… They are beautiful to watch and the best that has ever been… by a mile!

[@Lynn-r8h]

I love how we were not bombarded with commentary. These two will always be the best of the best.

[@gaylecloyd2088]

Yes! Now you don't hear the music over Tara and Johnnie 🤢

[@rachelsirett8809]

No one will ever come close to Torville and Dean xx

[@juliescase5105]

OMG, nearly 40 years later and this still gives me goosebumps xxx.

[@brendatuttle8722]

They changed the face of ice dance. And this program was one of their very best out of all the outstanding programs they produced.

[@georgiehollander2199]

Nobody else will EVER come close to them !!!!

[@alicesykes9075]

Watched this in awe in '84; now 40 yrs later, it's still jaw-dropping. The precision, the drama, the attitude, the music and costumes - T&D continue to be the G.O.A.T.s.

[@super_siri]

Truer words were never spoken.

[@sandrasmith1360]

There will never,NEVER be anyone ever to better Torvill and Dean. They just melt seamlessly into one another. All their dances were mesmerising especially this one. Christopher Dean was the best matador. We'll never see anyone better ❤❤❤xxx

[@justylex]

This performance was actually at Worlds ‘84 in Ottawa. I live in Ottawa, and for my 11th birthday gift, my parents got us tickets to see the free dance final, so I was as there when they scored a record 13 perfect 6’s for Bolero. I was a competitive skater and witnessing this inspired me to focus more on my ice dance sessions instead of my free skate sessions. Earlier in the week, my dad took me to the Civic Centre to sit in on the ice dance compulsory practice session, where I got to sit in a tiny rink with only about 30 other people, and watch Jayne and Chris practice Paso Doble. I think that was even more special than being in the audience for the Bolero performance because I could stand right up at the glass and they would pass by me literally inches away! I was in awe.

[@justylex]

Marko Fahrenheit there sure was. It was one of my most cherished childhood memories, and I still think about it from time to time...which is why I was watching this video😊

[@Fatima502]

I had the same feeling when I attended the practises at the 2017 Worlds in Helsinki. I could set at the rink edge, where there was no glass, and see the likes of Virtue/Moir suddenly come within touching distance. If you were lucky when it came to the competition, you'd see of of the big skating tricks performed right next to your part of the stadium. And what a great dad you have!

[@justylex]

Danny62 my dad passed away a couple of years ago, but you are right, he was a great dad❤️. Things like this remind me of just how fortunate I was. My dad was never a huge fan of figure skating, but he did had huge respect for Torvill and Dean.

[@angelafinley69]

That must have been a really special moment in your life that something you will never forget it will always something in your life you'll never forget

[@davidmaher1730]

Absolutely spell binding. Nobody ever came close to their skating, and it’s been 38 years. (2022)

[@juliepallone9976]

His sheer arrogance in this routine is spot on … he was definitely the star of this one … beats Bolero every time in my opinion … love all their routines, simply magnificent performers and an absolute joy to watch. I saw them live in Hobart many years ago and I remember bursting into tears when they first came out onto the ice…. just so overwhelmed to be in their presence. Perfection !

[@tommoncrieff1154]

He was the star because he was the arrogant male and she was playing the cape, but, of course, her performance is as brilliant as his. It was easy to forget she was a person. Incredible.

[@soniavadnjal7553]

Bolero was/is different. Can't be compared. The pathos of the Romeo and Juliet lovers, with a strutting matador and his cape.

[@stephaniebarker9244]

40 years ago next year and it still takes my breath. Superb choreography.

[@anneodonnell102]

It always brings tears to my eyes - I actually prefer it to Bolero

[@Sandra-ey7py]

They were in a class of their own no one could touch them, The king and Queen of ice forever 👊👏👏👏

[@bethwebster5159]

The best ice dancers ever. No one skates as close as they did. Its not really ballroom dancing on ice anymore, just skating to music.

[@michellemoffett9458]

And all they seem to do now is either jumps or waving their arms around pretending they are actually doing something. Creativity is lost!

[@lorannegrech2614]

Now this is what I call ice skating. Ice skating of nowadays can't even compare! What class & beautiful music!

[@annayudakhina8908]

Why ??. Russians are doing very well of nowadays. They are the best.

[@user-jz7bf6jn3h]

With all due respect, the Russians, while always good, never skated with this level of creativity, tension snd sheer beauty.

[@АнатолийОсинный]

Русские всегда катаются на высоком уровне!!! Эта пара в свое время имела успех Но ФК не стоит на месте. В мире очень много достойных фигуристов!!!

[@MiaMidol]

When a former world champion (referred to as one of the commentators) stands and applauds, smiling in admiration after you have left the ice, I guess you might be classed as pretty good at what you do. This couple were the best of their generation, ground breaking to the point that the judges had to change the rules because they had mastered them. Nobody of their time could have skated as they did and nobody has done for skating what they did. Why they are not sir and dame is a disgrace, especially when you look at some of the dregs of our species that have been given such recognition simply because of who they know.

[@jaxcoss5790]

Dregs?

[@sallyjohnson2197]

@@jaxcoss5790 Dregs: Worthless, no value, the remnants at the bottom of something e.g the dregs of society

[@bevinboulder5039]

That is the single best interpretation of the Paso Doble where the man is the matador and the woman is the cape that has ever been done, imo.

[@kazzer115]

It was the best thing I'd ever seen in my life = of Ice Dancing!! Still affects me to this day.

[@MayYourGodGoWithYou]

It is the first time I have ever really been able to appreciate that the bloke is a matador and the woman is his cape. I've seen it in ballroom dancing and you would never know just from watching them, but with Torville and Dean you know who is what. Absolute perfection.

[@JeanMaxwell-qw7wi]

​@@MayYourGodGoWithYou P❤

[@julienixon2686]

I loved this more than Bolero as a kid. Jane as the cape was inspired. Look at Chris give everything as the matador. Made me well up watching it again. Incredible even now.

[@terrifleischer9915]

Chris and Jayne are by far the best ice dancers ever. This OSP, the Paso Doble, was just amazingly awesome ~ no other couple even came close to their talent and graceful performance.

[@angelahampton9359]

The BEST of the BEST - Torvill & Dean! No one comes close!

[@alicesykes9075]

This is T& D (and ice dancing) at its BEST. So many elements contributed to the perfection of this performance - (1) their skill; (2) the choreography (3) the costumes (4) the dramatic music and THEIR dramatic interpretation (Jane as cape). I saw it on TV in '84 and I watch it every few years - I can't imagine what could eclipse this - it is JOY PERSONIFIED!

[@sylviawenden2338]

Really miss their artistic ability and also their innovation. You just don't see this anymore. Great loss.

[@idachau1080]

My heart stops when I watch this. My absolute favourite of Chris and Jane.. much better than the Bolero.. imo. Outstanding and none other has replaced them. ♥️💕💞

[@juliepallone9976]

Christopher Dean was so outstandingly brilliant in this routine. I love all their performances, but this one beats Bolero for me .. his commanding performance is excellent. Watched their latest interview last week and he’s still a strikingly handsome man … and Jane Torvill, well, she’s just beautiful .. what a simply perfect pair they were … and are. There will never be another pair like them.

[@bedazzled621]

Absolutely agree. This has always been my favourite among so many excellent routines from Chris and Jayne. The matador and the cape played to perfection from beginning to end.

[@konstruktiv4401]

He also was one of the choreographers for german gold medal winners 2018

[@charlesbergen5398]

I remember being at ice level that evening in Ottawa for this performance and the air in the venue was "electric" as T&D took to the ice for their original dance. And all these years later their Paso Doble remains both a classic and unbeatable even by today's standards.....

[@VioletJoy]

How exciting! Lucky! 😁

[@loriringley7954]

Holy cow....that would have been bloody amazing!!

[@susanlawrence9065]

Even after all these years there's no one who comes close to equalling Jane and Christopher. Mesmerising and still love watching this and Bolero, which are my two favourite ice dances.

[@bethfiori4708]

My eyes can barely follow their intricate movements. Spectacular.

[@gaelmacgregor]

This was actually my favorite from that season. When Christopher (the matador) strides, dragging his cape (Jayne), it gave me chills - still does. ⛸💖

[@AbiNomac]

Gael MacGregor - I agree completely. my absolute favourite part.

[@annmolloy8600]

Me too.

[@valkyriesardo278]

Thank you. I did not catch on that was the intent with the sleeves on her costume.

[@simonwoolgrove8773]

I prefer this to Bolero. I get goose bumps watching it... so so good. Perfect!

[@gaelmacgregor]

@@simonwoolgrove8773 I totally agree on all counts.

[@annasutton8078]

Wonderful gives me chills, after all these years. Chris captured the mood of Paso exquisite shaping.

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

This is my favourite set pattern dance..absolutely brilliant as always.. the choreography is amazing and when he strides ahead dragging Jayne as the cape is just so good..it is at one with the music. The greater pair of ice dancers ever..greatest of all time.

[@denisej4813]

When I learnt the basics of Latin American dance as a teenager in the 1970's I was taught that a couple should never make eye contact in the Paso Doble, as the woman is playing the part of the cape, ie an inanimate object. When I see couples throwing looks like daggers at each other, or gazing passionately into each others eyes, when dancing the Paso in TV dance shows like Strictly Come Dancing, I always want to shout at the TV "Watch Torvill &Dean's Paso and see how it should be done!"

[@daichicarlton4674]

Perfection on ice. I almost cried when I first watched this in 1984, as I was so moved by their performance . This, and Bolero are so moving they give you hope for mankind that two people can come together and create such beauty together

[@denisej4813]

The Russian ice dancer Natalia Bestemianova, who with Andrei Bukin was ranked second to T&D in the world, said that when she first saw this dance, during a rehearsal at the 1984 European Championships just before the Olympics, she was so stunned by it that she could not get it out of her mind all day.

[@Amy26Alice]

2022 and it still fills my heart. That's perfection 🖤🤍

[@katethegreat4918]

I know, right? I was disappointed with the ice dancing this year. This couple is lovely. They did such an amazing job on all of their routines.

[@blacksorrento4719]

Watched the original performance, Still watching in 2020. Have to say Jayne had a great pair of legs for skating. Technically brilliant for their time, they set the standard for others to follow. The way she wrapped her arms around Chris at the finish, she was his cape Right until they stepped off the ice to get the scores. Magnificent.

[@elizemuller5065]

The beautiful legs are still there, she's still skating but not competitively anymore.

[@lilianakarapas9112]

I love these two they are the best ever & deserved their lifetime accolades.

[@siosioliver3474]

With self isolation due to COVID19 , Chris & Jayne again gave me this calmness and pure happiness in watching the best skaters ever. God Bless you Jayne and Christopher

[@cos2mer2]

Most magnificent ice dance of all time! Will never be matched!

[@peterturner9941]

For me Dean captures the arrogance of the matador perfectly in this masterpiece

[@carolparker7714]

Ice dance at its finest, no one can compare

[@keithstarkey5584]

What's so true about that statement? It's true! T&D brought innovation, unity, electricity, and life to the craft. Where do you go from there? Well, you go home, in the clouds, where few others ascend to such heights. Yes, Carol, no one can compare!

[@bzebee5979]

Only one word can describe these two “Brilliant”! ❤️

[@charlotteehutton8179]

One of the most creative and innovative dances to ever be seen on ice.

[@elainehowell2236]

Chris was always the most elegant dancer on ice. It’s impossible to take your eyes from his beautiful movements.

[@evelynwald9132]

Their creativity on ice was always stunning and really raised the bar for ice dancing. Can’t believe this is from 1984! Also the costume choice was elegant & perfect for the Paso Doble.

[@wayfollower107]

Mesmerizing...never tire of watching their perfection

[@thecheshirecrafter4522]

Still stunning in 2022

[@elliefromessex]

Jayne totally became the cape... This amazing pair have kept me riveted since the early eighties and I can't watch these videos without welling up, they are one of the things that make me proud to be British... This is why I prefer dance to figure, a story can be told using expressions and feelings... Absolutely breathtaking still, in their sixties!! Bravo!

[@elliefromessex]

The Song of India is one of my favourite routines, the tenderness, elegance, love and synchronicity....

[@SwedishJens]

How many tears of joy did I shed during the years over this fanstastic couple? I don't know! All I know is that the world will nerver ever see something like this again!

[@annasendall5785]

I saw them live many years after they achieved all the medals and it was one of those lump in the throat moments as they have extraordinary magic - had to stop myself from crying watching them. As others have said, no one has ever come close to their synchronicity and artistry - and their choreography was of a different world. No one has ever come close to them since. This was a remarkable dance and set the bar that frankly has never been reached.

[@Gynra]

For me, the greatest ever three and a half minutes in ice dancing history. I saw it live on TV. I enjoyed the paso doble even more than their performance of Bolero.

[@doreenparker7257]

Totally agree, these 2 great people are so brilliant,they deserve the very best. Personally, I never get tired of watching their performances on KZbin, and on tv. Thank you

[@deborahrobertson8606]

Always makes me cry. True artistic perfection. No one else comes close.

[@richardhenry5961]

Torvill & Dean They are the best, grew up watching them. There is no other skating team like them. They are Original.

[@soniabishop7529]

Changed the face of ice skating forever :-) Stunning couple and talent ❤❤❤

[@angr3819]

Absolutely. There will be none better nor as good because they are the originals.

[@wberckmann]

Creative choreography second to none - flawless execution - the best the world has ever seen

[@hemadear2509]

This dance is the best ever. I love the way Chris’s posture when he marches on dragging the cape. Beautiful. Love you both.

[@Squab1972]

Magical and beautiful, you will never see the likes of these two again, they were expectional.

[@soniavadnjal7553]

Just extremely beautiful. Unforgettable, unrepeatable.

[@susanlawrence9065]

Just love the way they took the story to the ice. And no-one no-one has come close!

[@KimikoCat]

My favorite Torvill & Dean routine, even more than "Bolero."

[@marianblanchard-gage]

Me too. 😊

[@edwardtannahill6297]

I couldn't agree more. Sheer perfection and almost heart stopping viewing.

[@TheCanadianrockies]

Two of the most memorable skaters in the history of figure skating: elegant, artistic and humble.

[@janieoh5945]

Not forgetting technical brilliance and passion

[@sophial.2438]

That has to be the best performance in ice skating EVER'!

[@denisej4813]

Their OSPs in 1982 (Blues), 1983 (Rock & Roll) and 1994 (Rhumba) are also breathtaking, and all very different from each other.

[@pamelaprestegard1377]

My absolute FAVORITE ice dancing couple ---FOREVER and ALWAYS‼️ Never, EVER .....gets old‼️🙏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🇬🇧🏆🤩👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@sandralewis8561]

I remember it all so well. Absolutely brilliant then and even today. There will.never be anyone like them

[@jeffiejen1]

Never get tired of watching these two. Can't say the same for some of today's sisters.

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

Chris and Jayne are the GOAT..the feel of the music when he us dragging Jayne as the cape along the floor..utter perfection

[@paulasuits6743]

Beautifully said! I 100% agree!

[@carmie9400]

Wow - flawless! They were such innovators - they’re spellbinding to watch!

[@timdogdawg4099]

This wasn't even their magnum opus but they absolutely nailed it down shut! Apart from the fact that Torville and Dean were perfect in this and the bolero, their coach Betty Calloway, was the brains behind it all.....when perfect meets perfect.

[@heathermac4024]

I could watch these two skate all day they were so in tune with each other the chemistry the timing the precision the magic there will never be a nother Jayne torvill and Christopher Dean absulutly or inspiring to watch ❤️

[@ionajohnstone9914]

Just stunning here 2024 still my heart jumps 💗

[@jmc6720]

Absolutely. Goosebumps - every single time I watch it.

[@MyraJean1951]

He was the matador and Jane was his cape. Awesome how he threw down his "cape" at the end as a matador might do. Stunning!!!

[@luzesquivel6010]

What a perfect torero, and his beautifull "capa"

[@marynoonan6111]

He’s the Baryshnikov of ice dancing. There’s a very distinctive way he does flourishes and turns- it really reminds me a lot of Michal. He was a wonderful choreography was Christopher. Self taught too, which is truly staggering. Jane was his perfect partner. ❤❤❤❤

[@francisheperi4180]

Always loved this routine from the first time I watched it live. Nice to watch it again.

[@grahamonions6908]

Just watched the masterclass again...and was as blown away as the first time I saw it live on tv! One of the Wonders of the World...so privileged to witness it! Thanks so much guys!

[@nicolecourtois8394]

Ils étaient jeunes,ils étaient tellement beaux, merveilleux patineurs , un délice de les revoir, une merveille ❤❤❤❤

[@adriennemaller4024]

Words cannot describe how perfect this couple is.

[@thinwolf4516]

Having Jayne play the role of the cape focuses the dancing by Chris. It shows What a proficient dancer Chris is and I think it’s really a good idea for Chris to show off Chris’s skill.

[@kimberlyaustin6677]

That's what the Paso Doble is: he is the Matador, she is the cape. This was back when ALL ice dancing teams had to do the same dance, in this case, the Paso Doble.

[@carolfulton-kennedy2482]

He is absolute genius!

[@notyouraveragebear903]

Even after all this time, it still takes your breath away!

[@jcortese3300]

I remember this routine, watching it on TV. Typically in any pair event, it's the business of the male partner to sort of "present" the woman, and here it was the other way around -- he the toreador, and she the cape. Very clever, beautiful, interesting routine and still great to watch even now.

[@user-ru1ki]

I believe that Chris Dean is an absolutely unique and virtuous ice-skate dancer. He is one of the kind.

[@idachau1080]

Absolutely stupendous!! This has always been my favourite and it is very rarely seen. Thank you for sharing this fantastic duo.. imo.. no-one can match them..

[@anthonycole1684]

I used to think ravels bolero was their best but now this is THE best dance routine on ice ever . It was flawless and smooth and esp Chris gave that captured the Spanish theme with his movements.

[@planemad]

Mind boggling that they did that floorlessly ON ICE, I couldn't even do that on normal ground 😮❤

[@guntaleeruenrom4100]

The most supreme performance by the two most wonderful amazingly Torville and Dean

[@mgbryansullivan4378]

Hello Guntalee, How are you doing ?

[@darlenewade6607]

It doesn't matter what county you're from,if u r the GOAT u r the GREATEST OF ALL TIME 💜

[@Horichdaslicht1858]

I think tis was even more remarkable than Bolero. Danced to conform to the rules of the round and yet transcending them. And then the choice of Rimsky's Capriccio Espagnole, absolute athletic and artistic genius!

[@barrycross8952]

Even better when you realise that because she is playing the part of an inanimate cape, Jayne doesn’t move at the end of the routine until Chris picks her up and then barely moves as he drapes her over his shoulders. That’s the attention to detail that put them way above the rest.

[@dtulip1]

I agree, I much prefered this at the time and still do...don't get me wrong Bolero was stunning

[@heatherrooken-smith6983]

exquisite choreograhy and perfection by two superb skaters

[@savannahdockins7022]

They were and always will be the greatest.

[@michellebiland5163]

Agreed.

[@lynneeverett648]

They were absolutely stunning as they were in Bolero