Lisa-Marie Allen (born September 16, 1960 in

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) is an American former

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. In 1979, she won gold at the inaugural

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(then titled ''Norton Skate''). She is also the 1978

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champion, 1975

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champion, 1979 NHK Trophy Silver Medalist, and a four-time U.S. national medalist (three silver, one bronze). She competed at the

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, placing fifth. After retiring from amateur competition, Allen became the World Professional champion in 1990 and American Open Professional champion in 1997. She was the assistant choreographer for the feature film ''

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'' (as well as making a

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) and assistant choreographer for the opening and closing ceremonies of the Salt Lake Olympic Games.

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