Olivia Smart engaged after romantic proposal at Winter Olympics in Milan

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15 February 2026 at 20:24

Spanish ice dancer Olivia Smart has quietly built one of the most respected careers in modern figure skating. A World Championship medalist and Olympic competitor, she has represented both Great Britain and Spain on the sport’s biggest stages while earning recognition for her performances.

Now, the latest turn in her personal life is capturing just as much attention as her routines on ice. Smart has announced her engagement on social media, sharing a glimpse of what appears to be a romantic proposal during the Winter Olympics in Milan that has quickly begun making waves online.

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Smart’s time at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan has taken a heartfelt turn away from competition. The Spanish ice dancer is now engaged after fellow ice dancer Jean-Luc Baker got down on one knee during a romantic Valentine’s proposal in the streets of Milan on February 16.

The moment was later shared on social media, where Smart could be seen celebrating the proposal as she showed off her engagement ring. The surprise proposal caught attention online, with fans congratulating the Olympic ice dancer on what has become one of the most talked-about off-ice moments from Milano Cortina 2026.

Jean-Luc Baker, an ice dancer, has competed for Team USA on the international stage. He is best known for his longtime partnership with Kaitlin Hawayek. Together, the duo represented the United States at the Olympics and multiple ISU World Figure Skating Championships.

Feb 9, 2026; Milan, Italy; Olivia Smart and Tim Dieck of Spain skate during ice dancing at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Ice Skating Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images

Baker has also won medals on the ISU Grand Prix circuit and built a reputation for his artistry and smooth skating style. Over the years, he has remained a consistent presence in top-tier ice dance competitions. Now, his name is drawing wider attention after his engagement to Spanish ice dancer Olivia Smart during the Winter Olympics in Milan.