Harley Windsor and Ekaterina “Katya” Alexandrovskaya were a figure skating pair, and the tragic part of their story is that Katya died by suicide in July 2020. Their partnership had already ended earlier in 2020 amid injuries, health problems, and growing pressure.

Quick Scoop

  • Who they were: An Australian-Russian pairs skating team that rose quickly and won major junior success.
  • What happened: Their skating partnership broke down in early 2020, and Katya later died by suicide in July 2020.
  • What people talk about now: The story is often discussed through the 2022 documentary Harley & Katya, which focuses on their rise and the tragedy that followed.

What led up to it

Reports say the pair faced a difficult mix of injuries, coaching changes, and Katya’s health issues, including epilepsy treatment and depression. After the partnership ended, Harley returned to Australia, while Katya’s condition worsened before her death.

If you meant the documentary

The documentary presents their story as both a sporting success story and a heartbreaking look at the pressures elite athletes can face. If you want, I can also give you a spoiler-free recap of the documentary or a timeline of events.