Mikaela Shiffrin discusses her father's impact and her grief
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 8:33 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Mikaela Shiffrin spoke on Anderson Cooper's podcast about the loss of her father, Jeff Shiffrin, who died after an accident in February 2020. She reflected on watching security footage of the incident to understand its circumstances, which led to a profound impact on her relationship with skiing. Shiffrin described feelings of apathy and challenges in coping with grief following his death. Winning a gold medal at the Milan Olympics helped her begin to accept her father's absence. The conversation highlighted the personal struggle faced by athletes dealing with loss and trauma.
- •Jeff Shiffrin died in February 2020 after a fall at home.
- •Mikaela watched security footage of her father's accident.
- •She expressed feelings of grief and apathy affecting her skiing.
- •Winning a gold medal in Milan contributed to her healing.
- •Shiffrin shared her ongoing struggles with the meaning of existence.
- 8:33 PMYahoo Sports — Mikaela Shiffrin Reflects on Watching Security Footage of Her Dad's Fatal Accident
"The three-time Olympic gold medal alpine skier lost her dad, Jeff Shiffrin, in a tragic accident in 2020
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