Irina Slutskaya is a retired Russian figure skater, born on February 23, 1979, in Moscow. She is known for her exceptional skills in singles skating and has won multiple titles, including two World Championships in 2002 and 2005. Slutskaya is also a two-time Olympic medalist, earning a bronze in 2002 and a silver in 2006. Throughout her career, Slutskaya was recognized for her artistic performances and technical prowess, becoming a prominent figure in the sport. She was the first female skater to land a triple-triple jump combination in competition, which contributed to her legacy in figure skating.