Former Olympic figure skater Alexandra Paul tragically lost her life in a car crash at the age of 31, Skate Canada confirmed. The accident took place in Melancthon Township, located approximately 60 miles northwest of Toronto, and involved seven vehicles. Paul’s baby son, who was also in the car, suffered non-life threatening injuries and was taken to a local hospital. Three other individuals were injured in the crash, but Paul was pronounced dead at the scene.
Skate Canada released a statement honoring Paul’s successful career and her personal qualities. As an accomplished figure skater, Paul and her partner Mitchell Islam won multiple international medals, secured three Canadian Championship medals, and competed in the 2014 Olympic Winter Games. Skate Canada described her commitment to excellence as unparalleled and highlighted her warmth and kindness, which endeared her to fellow athletes, coaches, and fans.
Meryl Davis, the 2014 Olympic ice dance champion, paid tribute to Paul, emphasizing her grace and kindness on and off the ice.
Following her retirement from figure skating, Paul pursued a law degree and became a practicing attorney in 2021. The law firm she worked for, Barriston Law, praised her joyful personality, intense passion for her work and family, and described her as kind, curious, and driven in all her endeavors.
Paul and Islam, who were partners both on and off the ice, got married in 2021. They welcomed their son, Charles, last year. Islam currently works as a skating coach in the area. A fundraiser was set up to support the family, and by Sunday morning, it had already raised $190,000.
The figure skating community and fans have been deeply saddened by the loss of Alexandra Paul, remembering her not only for her remarkable achievements but also for her warmth, kindness, and grace that radiated beyond the ice.