Olympic Ice Dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates Marry; their achievements

Madison Chock and Evan Bates, renowned for their outstanding ice dancing performances, have been a professional team since 2011. 

In 2024, their partnership reached a new milestone as they celebrated their marriage, officially becoming husband and wife. Madison and Evan have started another chapter together, tying the knot on June 20 in a romantic and dreamy seaside wedding in Hawaii.

The couple planned their dream wedding for months, choosing Hawaii because Chock’s parents were born and raised there. The ceremony featured Hawaiian traditions, including a lei exchange and music popular on the island. 

Several guests and the bride and groom’s parents witnessed the grand event. “It has always been a dream of mine to get married in Hawaii,” Chock told media outlets. She added, “We were so excited to share the magical celebration with our loved ones, many of whom traveled to Hawaii for the first time.”

Madison Chock and Evan Bates’s Career

Madison and Evan have been competing together since 2011, achieving significant success on both national and international levels. They have won several medals while performing on different stages.

Madison Chock Professional Profile

• Born on July 2, 1992, in Redondo Beach, California.
• Began skating at the age of five and initially competed in single skating.
• Transitioned to ice dance and found early success with her first partner, Greg Zuerlein, with whom she won the World Junior Championships in 2009.

Evan Bates Professional Profile

• He was born on February 23, 1989, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
• Started skating at age four and also competed in singles before switching to ice dance.
• Previously skated with Emily Samuelson, achieving notable results, including winning the World Junior Championships in 2008.

Partnership and Early Achievements

Chock and Bates became known for their unique and innovative programs, often pushing the boundaries of ice dance choreography and presentation.

2012–2013 Season

• They won their first Grand Prix silver medal at the 2012 NHK Trophy.
• They claimed their first U.S. national medal together, a bronze, at the 2013 U.S. Championships.

Rise to Prominence

2014–2015 Season

• This season marked their breakout on the international scene. Madison Chock and Evan Bates won gold at the Four Continents Championships.
• Secured silver at the 2015 World Championships.

2015–2016 Season

• They won the U.S. National Championships, solidifying their top U.S. ice dance team status.
• The duo earned bronze at the Grand Prix Final and silver at the Four Continents Championships.

Continued Success and Challenges

Chock and Bates faced stiff competition from other top teams but consistently remained among the world’s elite.

2017–2018 Season

• Claimed silver at the U.S. National Championships.
• They competed in 2018’s Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, finishing 9th overall.

2018–2019 Season

• Won another silver at the U.S. Nationals.
• Captured gold at the Four Continents Championships.
• Finished 6th at the World Championships.

Recent Achievements

In recent years, Chock and Bates have continued to innovate and deliver captivating performances.

2020–2021 Season

• Won gold at the U.S. National Championships.
• Secured their first Grand Prix Final title in 2019.

2021–2022 Season

• Dominated the U.S. Championships with another gold.
• Achieved a personal best at the 2022 World Championships, earning the bronze medal.
• The duo participated at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijingand finished at 4th.

Artistic Influence and Style

Chock and Bates are celebrated for their creative and often daring choreography. They have worked with renowned choreographers, including Marie-France Dubreuil and Christopher Dean. 

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