Jeannette Wirz CBE, née Altwegg was born in Bombay On This Day 8 September 1930. A British figure skater who competed in ladies' singles. She was the 1952 Olympic champion, the 1948 Olympic bronze medalist, the 1951 World champion, and a double (1951 & 1952) European champion.
Sadly she died in June 2021.
Image of Jeanette training at Streatham. Image © Illustrated London News Group
Sadly she died in June 2021.
Image of Jeanette training at Streatham. Image © Illustrated London News Group
