The world of figure skating is mourning an unimaginable loss after a tragic plane crash in Washington, D.C., claimed the lives of two young sisters, Everly, 14, and Alydia, 11, along with their parents, Peter and Donna Livingston. The family was returning home from the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Wichita, Kansas, when the accident occurred.
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Everly and Alydia were passionate skaters who had dedicated their young lives to the sport. Their mother, Donna, was a constant source of support, often sharing updates and photos of their progress with friends and coaches. Peter, their father, was equally devoted, capturing every moment of their performances and practices. The sisters were known for their vibrant personalities and love for skating, with Alydia described as a spirited young dancer and Everly as a quiet yet powerful presence on the ice.
The tragedy has left the skating community in shock. Friends and coaches remember the Livingston family as deeply loving and committed to their daughters’ dreams. Cassandra Atkins, a family friend who designed some of the girls’ skating outfits, recalled how Donna would often send her pictures and videos of the sisters. “Donna was the perfect mom,” Cassandra shared. “Those girls were her entire world.”
The crash, which involved an American Airlines plane and an Army Black Hawk helicopter, also took the lives of other skaters, coaches, and family members. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, led by the National Transportation Safety Board. As the skating world grieves, the legacy of Everly and Alydia lives on through the memories of their passion, talent, and the joy they brought to everyone who knew them.
