Alysa Liu is an American figure skater celebrated as one of the most accomplished athletes of her generation.
She made history as the youngest U.S. national champion at age 13, the first American woman to land a triple Axel in international competition at age 12, and later achieved Olympic gold in women’s singles at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games, becoming the first U.S. woman to win individual Olympic gold in figure skating since 2002.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Alysa Liu
- Stage Name: Alysa Liu
- Born: August 8, 2005
- Age: 20 years old
- Birthplace: Clovis, California, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Chinese American
- Occupation: Figure Skater, Olympian
- Height: 158 cm (5’2’’)
- Religion: N/A
- Parents: Arthur Liu
- Siblings: Selina Liu, Julia Liu, Joshua Liu, Justin Liu
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $2 million USD
Early Life and Education
Alysa Liu was born on August 8, 2005, in Clovis, California. She is the daughter of Arthur Liu, a single father who emigrated from China. She has four younger siblings: Selina, Julia, Joshua, and Justin, all born via surrogacy with anonymous egg donors.
Growing up in Richmond, California, she began skating at age five at the Oakland Ice Centre after her father noticed her natural talent and energy.
During her school years, she balanced intense training schedules with academics and later attended UCLA while on leave for competitions.
Career
Alysa Liu started skating competitively at a young age and quickly stood out for her technical prowess. During this period, she became the youngest woman to land a triple Axel in international competition at age 12 in 2018.
Her major breakthrough came in 2019 when she won the U.S. National Championship at age 13, the youngest ever to do so.
Over the years, she secured back-to-back national titles, became the first U.S. woman to land a quad Lutz in competition, and represented the United States at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, finishing sixth in singles.
After retiring at 16 due to burnout and pressure, she stepped away from the ice before returning with renewed passion.
Her comeback yielded silver at the 2025 U.S. Championships, the 2025 World Championship title, and ultimately Olympic gold in women’s singles at the 2026 Games along with team gold.
Working with coaches Phillip DiGuglielmo and Massimo Scali, she continues to inspire with her technical innovation and artistic growth.
Social Media
- Instagram: @alysaliu
Personal Life
Alysa Liu, 20, is currently single. There is no information about her past or present relationship.
She has no children yet and shares a close bond with her father and sibling, often crediting family support for her journey.
Alysa enjoys dancing, music, fashion, playing computer games, sports with family and friends, and outdoor adventures like trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp.
Net Worth
Alysa Liu has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. This figure stems primarily from her achievements in competitive figure skating, Olympic success, national titles, and related sponsorships.
Additional income comes from endorsements, appearances, and her growing influence in sports and media following her historic accomplishments.