Having a difficult time growing up made John Coughlin ruminate about how his future would be, but he made sure he became a person who will not be easily forgotten. He earned a name for himself in the sporting area, specifically, pair skating and also won many trophies from his dedication to this sports.

Being a guy, who lost his mother at the age of 25, at the time when everything was going well for him, John was devastated by this loss. It is tragic that 9 years after his mother’s departure, John committed suicide and gave away his life but his contribution to skating has made sure his name remains immortalized.

Who Was John Coughlin?

John Coughlin was an American pair skater and was the 2012 Four Continents silver medalist and 2012 U.S. national champion with Caydee Denney. He was also the 2011 U.S. champion with former partner, Caitlin Yankowskas.

John Coughlin was the 2012 Four Continents silver medalist and 2012 U.S. national champion with Caydee Denney.
John Coughlin was an American pair skater. Source: Yahoo

John was born on December 1, 1985, in Kansas City, Missouri, United States and died on January 18, 2019, in Kansas City, Missouri, the United States at the age of 33. He started skating at the age of six. He began his partnership with Bridget Namiotka in late 2004 but they announced the end of their partnership on July 3, 2007.

John Coughlin’s Personal Life: Was He a Married Man?

John Coughlin was not a married man! He had a tough time growing up as he suffered from a tragic loss of his mother, Stacy Coughlin who died due to a chronic illness in February 2010. Coughlin and his sister, Angela Laune, were raised by his father, Mike Coughlin, a third-generation police officer.

Rumors of John Coughlin’s Involvement In A Sexual Misconduct

John Coughlin was blamed to have sexually abused at least ten people including a figure skater, Bridget Namiotka, who partnered with the late John Coughlin. Bridget was Jonh’s partner between 2004 and 2007 and she claimed on Facebook that he abused her and at least nine other girls.

John Coughlin was blamed to have sexually abused at least ten people including herself by a figure skater, Bridget Namiotka.
Bridget Namiotka and John Coughlin performed during the ISU Junior Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final in 2006.
Source: Washington Post

Namiotka said:

I’m sorry but John hurt at least 10 people including me. He sexually abused me for 2 years. Nobody innocent hang themself.

None of this allegation, however, proved to be true and hence, John was freed from this claim.

Cause of John Coughlin’s Death

John Coughlin committed suicide on  January 18, 2019, a day after being suspended from figure skating for unspecified allegations. He was under restriction by the US Safe Sport before his death. John’s death was confirmed by his sister, Angela Laune, in a Facebook post:

My wonderful strong, amazingly compassionate brother John Coughlin took his own life earlier today. I have no words. I love you John…

U.S. Figure Skating expressed their heartfelt condolences to John’s father, sister and the rest of the family after John’s suicidal death.

John Coughlin’s Net Worth: How Much Did He Earn?

John Coughlin had an estimated net worth of $7.8 million. He was a successful American figure skater who won many titles and prizes. John earned great money from his sporting skills. He was active in skating championship even before death.

YouTube: John Coughlin and Caydee Denney in 2012 US Pairs Championship

Coughlin carried out his pair skating career for about 15 years before committing suicide. An average professional pair skater earns about $51,370 as the median wage. Therefore, it can be approximated that John earned a good sum of money from his skating career.

John Coughlin’s Body Measurements

John Coughlin had a height of 6 feet 3 inches and weighed about 61 kg. He had red hair and green eyes. He had a robust body perfectly fit for skating.

John Coughlin's tattoo held an emotional value for him.
John Coughlin inked a big tattoo of Saint Michael on his back.                Source: Olympics.nbcsports

Coughlin inked a big tattoo on his back which held an emotional value for him. His entire back had a tattoo of Saint Michael, which he got right before the 2011 U.S. Figure Skating Championships in honor of his late mother, Stacy.

Quick Facts of John Coughlin

Where is John Coughlin originally from?

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Who are John Coughlin’s parents?

Mike and Stacy Coughlin

Did John Coughlin have siblings?

Yes, Angela Laune

What is the nationality of John Coughlin?

American

Which ethnicity does John Coughlin follow?

White

Under which zodiac sign was John Coughlin born?

Sagittarius

How tall is John Coughlin?

6 feet 3 inches

What color are John Coughlin’s eyes?

Green

Which color hair did John Coughlin have?

Red

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