Nancy Kerrigan is considered to be a legend in the world of figure skating. She has won two medals each, in Winter Olympics and World Championship, and was the US figure skating woman champion in 1993. She is well-known for her graceful and poignant performances on ice. Her versatility made her different from the rest. During her career as a figure skater, she faced many hardships to prove her mettle. She was physically attacked by an unknown assailant just before the 1994 Winter Olympics, to jeopardize her participation in the Games. However, she fought against all odds and went on to win a silver medal for her country. She is a role model for many, for her grit and determination. Off the rink, her beauty, grace and poise throbbed the hearts of millions. The Nancy Kerrigan Foundation was established by Olympic ice-skating champion Nancy Kerrigan and her husband Jerry Solomon. Created in honor of Nancy's mother, Brenda Kerrigan, who is legally blind, the Foundation distribute grants to non profit organizations that support the visually impaired.