Peter Kennedy (figure skater)


Michael Edward "Peter" Kennedy III is an American pair skater. Although named Michael, he was nicknamed Peter as a child, and has been credited in competition by both names. With his sister, Karol, he won five U.S. Championship titles from 1948–1952. Known as "The Kennedy Kids," they won the World Championship in 1950, and the silver medal in the 1952 Winter Olympics. He was born in Olympia, Washington.

Competitive highlights

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Winter Olympic Games6th2nd
World Championships2nd4th2nd1st2nd2nd
North American Championships3rd1st1st
U.S. Championships2nd2nd1st1st1st1st1st