Dick Button was the first American Olympic figure skating gold medalist in the sport back in 1948, then again in 1952.

Dick Button, who won back-to-back Olympic gold medals in 1948 and 1952, was known for his innovative techniques and athleticism that reshaped the sport. He died Thursday.

Dick Button, the 2-time Olympic gold medalist and 5-time world champion who went on the become the voice of Olympic figure skating broadcasts, has died at 95.