Evan Bates Biography: Age, Wife, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Ice Dancing, Olympics, Instagram

Evan Bates is a renowned American ice dancer and five-time Olympian celebrated for his exceptional longevity and success in the sport.

Widely known for his long-term partnership with wife Madison Chock, he is a two-time Olympic team event gold medalist (2022, 2026), 2026 Olympic ice dance silver medalist, three-time World champion (2023–2025), and seven-time U.S. national champion.

Evan Bates
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Evan Bates
Born:	23 February 1989 (age 37 years old)
Place of Birth:	Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Nationality:	American
Height:	1.88 m
Parents:	Nancy Bates, Eric Bates
Siblings:	Alexis Bates, Andrew Bates
Spouse:	Madison Chock (m. 2024)
Relationship:	Married
Occupation:	Ice Dancer
Net Worth:	$1.5–2 million USD

Early Life and Education

Evan Bates, born on February 23, 1989, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is the youngest of three children to parents Nancy Bates, an artist, and Eric Bates, a cardiologist. He has two older siblings, Alexis Bates and Andrew Bates.

Bates began skating at age four at the Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club. He graduated from Huron High School in 2007 and earned a bachelor’s degree in organizational studies from the University of Michigan in 2013.

He is of American ethnicity, and has kept his religion private.

Career

Evan Bates began his career as a single skater before transitioning to ice dance. He partnered with Emily Samuelson from 2000 to 2010, achieving notable early success including the 2008 World Junior Championship title and competing at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, where they placed 11th.

After that partnership ended, he teamed up with Madison Chock in 2011, quickly establishing themselves as a top U.S. ice dance duo with their first national medal (silver) in 2013.

Bates and Chock experienced significant growth, winning their first U.S. national title in 2015 and securing multiple international medals, including Four Continents titles and Grand Prix successes. They represented the U.S. at the 2014, 2018, and 2022 Olympics, culminating in team event gold in 2022.

Their partnership reached new heights with three consecutive World championships (2023–2025), multiple Grand Prix Final titles, and record-breaking scores, solidifying their status among the sport’s elite.

Evan Bates continued to demonstrate remarkable influence through his fifth Olympic appearance in 2026, where the duo earned individual silver and another team gold. His legacy includes holding records for U.S. ice dance titles and Olympic appearances, inspiring longevity in the discipline while contributing to the evolution of artistic and technical standards in ice dance.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @evan_bates
• Twitter Handle: @Evan_Bates

Personal Life

Evan Bates married his longtime skating partner Madison Chock on June 20, 2024, in Hawaii, following their engagement in 2022; the couple began dating around 2017. They have no children and share a life centered on training, competition, and their dogs.

Bates maintains a close family connection with his parents and siblings in Michigan and balances his athletic career with personal interests such as reading, golf, and playing guitar.

Filmography

• On Edge (2021)
• Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing (2026)

Net Worth

Evan Bates has an estimated net worth of approximately $1.5–2 million USD. Primary income sources include competitive prize money from ISU events and Grand Prix series, U.S. Figure Skating support, Stars on Ice tours and professional shows, endorsements, sponsorships, and public appearances.