July 21, 1995: Shane Stant, Kerrigan's assailant, is released from the Santiam Correctional Institution after serving 14 months. pic.twitter.com/d8ETEq2Egz, Eric Streetman (@EricStreetman) January 6, 2018. I, Punching Bag. That set in motion the events that led to his arrest. "[27] That summer, a man from Harding's gym claimed to The Oregonian that Harding offered to pay him to "take care" of Gillooly, "slap him around a little." Would love your thoughts, please comment. Formerly Shawn Eckardt, Griffith had changed his name since the attack. The story that emerged after her rival, figure skater Nancy Kerrigan, was assaulted at the U.S. "I have every intention of utilizing his expertise in the future and cannot think of any individual that could surpass Mr. Eckardt's capabilities," Gillooly purportedly wrote. And now, the man who provided security for Tonya Harding when she returned home in triumph from the U.S. figure skating championships has emerged as a key player in the attack on Nancy Kerrigan. Olympic television ratings soar. Jan. 31, 1994: Gillooly says Harding approved the attack on Kerrigan. He allegedly hired two men, 29-year-old Derrick Smith and his nephew Shane Stant,. [1][2][3] They hired Stant, and his uncle Derrick Smith, to carry out the attack. The shamed US figure skater has confessed that she overheard her husband Jeff Gillooly and bodyguard Shawn Eckardt talking about carrying out an attack on one of her competitors. "But the Shawn I know is someone, who, following his activities, immediately began to lay awake at night crying.". He was enrolled in the program for three years before being booted out in 1992. Those involved dream it might make it to Broadway one day. Before Gillooly arrived to the meeting, Smith asked Eckardt to tape-record the impending plotting for security. The lettersfrom his mom, his sister, a former Navy SEAL/Army chaplain and a lawyer who is a former military prosecutorglow with praise for how Stant has turned his life around, Bleacher Report notes, adding that, in 2013, Stant had not given an interview for 20 years, choosing a life of obscurity after the scandal. Also, Eckardt includes with his resume a letter of recommendation from Blackstone Corp. and uses as a reference a Mr. W. J. Walther, the company's purported Oregon-based representative. Tonya & Nancy: The Inside Story (TV Movie 1994) Dan Schneider as Shawn Eckhardt. [87] On June 30, chairman William Hybl stated, The panel decided that pertinent FBI reports, court documents, and Harding's March 16 plea agreement presented, Harding chose neither to attend nor participate in the two-day hearing. Movies. Tonya Harding's bodyguard Shawn Eckardt (Paul Walter Hauser) made international headlines when he sat down with Diane Sawyer. This inspires Jeff Gillooly and Shawn Eckhardt (his friend, her "bodyguard") to plan their own attack. Jan. 27, 1994: Harding meets the press and reads a statement admitting she failed to report things she knew about the assault on Kerrigan. "[21][24], On March 10, 1992, Harding had a roadside physical altercation with a female motorist in Portland, Oregon. In an interview today on a Portland television station, KATU, another fellow student, 20-year-old Sarah Bergman, said Eckardt had told her of a plot to get Kerrigan. [15], On the afternoon of January 6, 1994, Kerrigan was practicing for the U.S. Championships on an ice rink inside Cobo Arena. It has a lot of people wondering: Where is Shane Stant, the Kerrigan knee-whacker, today? By subscribing to this BDG newsletter, you agree to our. Lurking in the background was Harding's self-anointed "bodyguard," Shawn Eckardt, a slovenly fabulist. Gillooly said that Harding had been moving her possessions into his truck when they started an argument over his former girlfriend; he declined to press charges. Here's a different take of their interview as depicted in 'I,. A restaurant owner in Northwest Portland finds Gillooly and Harding's trash in his trash bin and turns it over to the FBI. According to him, she knew about the meeting and was anxious about Gillooly talking to dangerous people. Eckhardt contacted Smith, who hired his nephew Shane Stant as Kerrigan's hit man. The man was later found to have been hired by Harding's ex-husband Jeff Gillooly and his friend, Shawn Eckardt. He said he was also upset for her and later spoke about figure skating politics to his friend Shawn Eckardt. The interview with Diane Sawyer from 1994 is as weird as you'd expect, with Sawyer explaining to viewers that, "Eckhardt has a rsum that makes him out to be a cross between James Bond and. The now 47-year-old says she overheard her then-husband Jeff. Here's a timeline of the saga, compiled from reporting by The Oregonian staff and wire services: February 1991: Tough, athletic Tonya Harding lands the daring triple axel during the U.S. [30][38] Eckardt introduced Gillooly to Derrick Smith, using only his first name, Stant was introduced as Smith's "friend." In 2010, the former skater also set a new land speed record for a vintage gas coupe with a speed of 97.177 mph, driving a 1931 Ford Model A. He claimed that he then phoned Eckardt to cancel the deal. Feb. 11, 1994: A Clackamas County judge asks attorneys for the USOC and Harding to try to work out a compromise. Stant said it was "a pleasure" to meet Gillooly, then remained silent. The penultimate episode of the animated comedy Futurama, "Stench and Stenchibility", features a devilish six-year-old girl named Tonya (voiced by Tara Strong; a reference to Harding), who is the opponent of Bender Rodriguez (John DiMaggio) in a tap dancing competition held by Randy Munchnik. Figure Skating Championships in Orlando, Fla. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. In 2005, Stant asked a judge to clear his felony record so he could try to become a Navy Seal. Email us attips@the-sun.co.ukor call 0207 782 4368 . Oct. 1997: Harding's pickup is apparently stolen from the Vancouver Mall parking lot. Shane Stant was one of the most notorious figures in the 1990s because he was nabbed for being the actual attacker of Nancy Kerrigan. Formerly Shawn Eckardt, Griffith had changed his name since the attack in an attempt to put it behind him. The film, which has a string of award nominations, hits UK screens on February 23. "[39][38], Smith and his nephew, Shane Stant, arrived in Portland on December 27, drove to Eckardt's home, and asked for a meeting with Gillooly tomorrow at 10 a.m. Gillooly said Harding would be training at that time, but he agreed to meet them. But the life beefy bodyguard Shawn Eric Eckardt portrayed in a resume filled with misspellings and apparent misstatements is vastly different from the facts. For those unfamiliar with the story, a brief recapping, pardon the pun. Eckardt and Harding's . To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. "[54][55][56] Harding also confirmed she had spoken with FBI agents in Detroit and again in Portland. Nov. 3, 1994: Portland artist Deforrest unveils 60 silk-screen prints of Tonya Harding and charges $5,000 a pop. [38] He claimed that in mid-December, Gillooly approached him to ask if he knew anyone who could disable Kerrigan. [6][7] Law enforcement investigators had been following and videotaping the co-conspirators since January 10, and knew about the payphone calls. That January, an assailant clubbed Kerrigan in the knee, forcing her out of the competition. Kerrigan was then carried away to a changing room by her father. Two days later, she received a restraining order against Gillooly: "He wrenched my arm and wrist, pulled my hair and shoved me [] he bought a shotgun, and I am scared for my safety. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Gillooly said he could pay $6,500 for this plan and wanted to know what they could do. Jan 19, 1994: Gillooly turns himself in after an arrest warrant is issued. In the Attack on Olympic Skater", "Gillooly Pleads Guilty, Says Harding Approved Plot", "Harding's ex-husband says she helped to plan attack Attorney: 'What Did Tonya Know And When? To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The scandal received so much national attention that Eckardt was interviewed by Diane Sawyer before being released from prison. But the two men have known each other since attending grade school together. [50][30] The company claimed Smith was good at his work, remaining quiet and patient if a little anti-social. Shane Stant, the hit man who was hired to attack Olympic figure skater Nancy Kerrigan with a collapsible baton 24 years ago, has told Inside Edition exclusively that he is regretful for the act. I knew something was up, confessed Harding, who still insists she had no role in the vicious attack. [45][46] Smith was interested in the deal and agreed to drive to Portland with his nephew, Shane Stant, to meet with Eckardt and Gillooly. Star Staff. Oscars Best Picture Winners Best Picture Winners Emmys STARmeter Awards San Diego Comic-Con New York Comic-Con Sundance Film Festival Toronto Int'l Film Festival Awards Central Festival Central All Events Gillooly and Eckardt both claimed that Harding was involved in the attack and had knowledge of it beforehand. Eckardt replied that Smith was already driving to Portland and that he needed more information about Kerrigan a photograph and the location of the ice rink where she practiced. The attack took place just days before the tournament, and rendered Kerrigan unable to take part. Hoevet added that Eckardt was paid $3,500 by the Harding camp to provide security as the skater arrived at Portland International Airport, and accompany her on a planned trip to last week's pre-Olympic skating exhibition in Fairfax, Va. [50] Smith later worked for the United States Army as an "intelligence analyst" for about 3 years until he was discharged. On December 31, Stant drove to Yarmouth, Massachusetts, reaching the Tony Kent Arena that afternoon. A disagreement between Harding and some officers of the fan club over disbursement of the money in the fan club account had flared on several occasions, including once at the bank where the account is based. Jan. 16, 1994: Kerrigan resumes practicing in Boston. Rogers doesn't discuss whether or not he consulted with Fay to hear her side of the story, and that might be because Harding and her mother have not spoken since 2002. Check social media profiles, resumes and CV, places of employment, photos and videos, news, public records, publications, skilled experts and arrest records . That morning, Jeff met with Shawn Eckardt, Derrick Smith and Shane Stant in Eckardt's home. In March 1994, after key evidence was found in a dumpster, Harding pleaded guilty to conspiring to hinder prosecution of her husband and the others involved. When asked whether Gillooly had ever threatened her, Harding said he had not. [70] The panel examined evidence including the testimonies of Stant and Smith, Harding and Gillooly's telephone records, and notes found in a Portland saloon trash bin on January 30. [30], When he phoned Eckardt on December 22, 1993, Eckardt told Smith he had a client who needed someone physically "taken down," saying the job would entail more bodyguard work in the future. That Eckardt inflated his credentials is undeniable. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. "[38][42], He said the men would need another photo of Kerrigan and her "skating times." [38], On December 28, he and Stant were in Portland to discuss the attack plan. Gillooly was told his money would be returned if the deed was not completed. News cameras captured Kerrigan wailing in pain after the attack. Harding speaks to the media after "Tonya & Nancy: The Rock Opera" in 2008. Eckardt is dead. Today: She reportedly lives in Central Oregon with her husband and son. "[21], Harding later claimed she was the victim of acquaintance rape sometime during her separation from Gillooly in 1991, "by a friend of mine, who I knew for eight years. Read more about what happened to Jeff Gillooly after the Kerrigan attack here. The new Hollywood movie on the ice skating caper, the Fargo-esque and well-received I, Tonya is changing that. Advertisement. Harding then phoned Marano again asking her to spell the arena name, and Gillooly said he watched as Harding wrote out "Tony Kent Arena. "[a] This footage was later broadcast around the world in news programs. He changed his name to Jeff Stone and also went on to a life outside of the headlines. Russell then told her that he knew she had lied to him. Figure Skating Association. Tonya knew that the purpose of this meeting was to discuss how they could . [38], On January 22, 1994, Vera Marano was interviewed by the FBI. With no record of military service, Eckardt boasts that his skills include unconventional warfare, surveillance, psychological operations and something he calls the "Secret Service characteristics matrix for assassins." He claims to have worked as a counterintelligence specialist for a Swiss company 10 . [66][67][68], On February 5, 1994, the USFSA disciplinary panel stated there were reasonable grounds to believe Harding had violated the sport's code of ethics. Jan 21, 1994: For the first time in 10 days, Harding returns to the Clackamas Town Center ice rink for practice. The events of the 1994 Winter Olympics which led to Tonya Harding's infamy introduced a colorful cast of characters to the world. [10], Nancy Kerrigan is an American former figure skater who, in January 1994, was about to take part in the United States Figure Skating Championships in Detroit, Michigan. Just six years later in Dec. 2007, Eckardt passed away in Portland, Oregon, at just 40 years old. Jan. 15, 1994: Figure skating officials meet to decide whether Harding can compete in the Olympics in February. TV Shows. The attacker flees without being identified. They settled on injuring Kerrigan's right leg. He was 40. There's other things you can do to disable somebody rather than you don't need to kill." [38][39] Once this was achieved, Harding would receive endorsements and he could offer $1,000 per week for her security. Looking for Shawn Eckhardt? I, Punch Line", "Tattoo Assassins: The Strangest Mortal Kombat Knockoff Ever", "Inside The Bizarre (And Pervy) Mortal Kombat Knockoff That Never Was", "Nancy Kerrigan Versus Tonya Harding: A Rap History", "Former Olympic skater Tonya Harding bitter and thankful over Obama's 'kneecap' comment", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Assault_of_Nancy_Kerrigan&oldid=1134109791, Harding v. US Figure Skating Ass'n, 851 F. Supp. I, Tonya opened theatrically in the United States on December 8, 2017.. [41] Gillooly said he would phone her after the meeting, and Harding then drove to Gillooly's mother's house. Dec. 24, 1994: Harding skates as Mrs. Santa Claus at Clackamas Town Center during her first public skating performance since the Olympics. July 25, 1995: Derrick Smith, who drove the getaway car in the attack, leaves the South Fork Forest prison camp near the Oregon Coast after serving 18 months. A jaw-dropping confession found in the archives of early-90s TV newsmagazine Hot Take, featuring Tonya Harding's infamous "bodyguard" Shawn Eckhardt.Learn mo. Aug. 1994: Pictures taken from the video of Tonya and Jeff Gillooly's wedding night appear in the 25th anniversary issue of Penthouse magazine. The U.S. Olympic Committee hisses and boos but does nothing. "[97], Cobo Arena, the site of the attack, pictured here in 2007, 1994 United States Figure Skating Championships, United States Figure Skating Championships, "Third Suspect Arrested by F.B.I. [23] On October 2, at approximately 3 a.m., neighbours of the couple called the police when they heard them arguing outside and a single gunshot. [38], Gillooly testified that by January 1994, he and Harding were upset that the plot had apparently failed. In I, Tonya, Eckardt is played by Paul Walter Hauser, and the actor nails his impression of the bodyguard. Sept. 22, 1995: Shawn Eckardt gets out of the Oregon State Penitentiary 109 days early for good behavior; he was to have served 18 months for his part in planning the attack. [23] In autumn 1991, Harding dated a Canadian banker. [12] Shane Stant later testified that Harding was part of staging the death threat against herself. Jan. 26-27, 1994: Gillooly confesses to the FBI, implicating himself, Harding, Eckardt, Smith and Stant. In I, Tonya, Tonya's life as a one-time star of . She went on to discover a love of music and progressed to a short-lived career in boxing, after a stint on the show Celebrity Boxing. Feb. 1996: Harding tells police she was abducted at knifepoint in Oregon by a bushy-haired man who was never caught. Feb. 22, 2008: Don Horn of Portland's Triangle Productions believes he and his crew can improve upon the original and they open a three-week run of "Tonya & Nancy: The Rock Opera" at the World Trade Center Auditorium. . Or was he following the orders of others? Ten days later, Harding's lawyer asked the restraining order to be lifted because the couple again wished to reconcile. Shawn Eckardt, a friend of Gillooly's who was also Harding's bodyguard before the attack, had originally been hired by the figure skater after she received an anonymous death threat. Figure Skating Association. Executive security consultant. She's the national champ. Schatz asked Harding whether someone she knew could have planned the attack. Gillooly opposed carrying out an attack in Detroit, feeling it too likely they would be caught, and instructed Eckardt to wire Stant funds to return home without carrying out the attack. Michael Jackson married Lisa Marie Presley, Harding, still under investigation by Oregon authorities, finishes eighth, Harding pleads guilty to conspiracy to hinder prosecution. Ads by BeenVerified. Eckardt hid the tape recorder on his desk under a paper towel. "Despite my mistakes and rough edges," she says, "I have done nothing to violate the standards of excellence in sportsmanship that are expected in an Olympic athlete." Shawn Eckhardt Clip Brooke Brown 5 subscribers Subscribe 308 Share 44K views 4 years ago A clip from the video Tanya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan video Show more Show more The Tonya Harding and. The indictment concluded more than two months of investigation and witness testimonies from Diane Rawlinson; Harding's choreographer Erika Bakacs; freelance figure skating writer Vera Marano; and Eckardt's college instructor and classmates. We've played chess together.". He then told her, "I think we should go for it." If On August 25th I will attempt the Block Island Challenge. The interview with Diane Sawyer from 1994 is as weird as you'd expect, with Sawyer explaining to viewers that, "Eckhardt has a rsum that makes him out to be a cross between James Bond and. Jan. 11, 1994: The FBI begins investigating an allegation that Eckardt and Harding's ex-husband, Jeff Gillooly, orchestrated the attack on Kerrigan. [13] Eckardt instead wired the funds to Smith, who then traveled to join Stant in Detroit. The neighbours reported seeing Gillooly pick Harding up and place her in a truck, and feared Harding had been shot. They plead not guilty. View contact information: phones, addresses, emails and networks. Feb. 25, 1994: Kerrigan wins the Olympic silver medal in Norway while Harding, still under investigation by Oregon authorities, finishes eighth. April 30, 1994: The NBC docudrama "Tonya and Nancy: The Inside Story" debuts to lukewarm ratings. He claims to have worked for the Blackstone Corp. as a contract operations specialist in Switzerland from 1984 to 1987. [38], Shortly after Eckardt had spoken on the phone with Derrick Smith, he visited Gillooly and Harding at their home and quoted $4,500 to execute the plot. Shawn Eckardt. 1994), This page was last edited on 17 January 2023, at 01:48. It could not be confirmed if Gillooly wrote the letter, however. The whole thing created such a stir that it became a national sensation, and Eckardt was a key figure throughout the whole investation. To some degree, his name faded away with more prominent figures. Nothing materializes. [38], On January 1, 1994, Eckardt met Gillooly and Harding at the skating rink during her late-night session. In mid-December 1993, Harding's ex-husband, Jeff Gillooly, approached Shawn Eckardt about somehow eliminating Kerrigan from the competition. The interview ended with Harding saying, "No one controls my life but meif there's something in there that I don't like, I'm going to change it. Eckardt says Gillooly hatched the plot. Shawn Eckardt, 'I, Tonya' Image via NEON. He was interested in bodybuilding, martial arts, and helping Smith open his training camp someday. Harding's mother, LaVona, said she opposed the marriage: "I knew Jeff had a violent streak [] he tried to break down the door because he thought [Tonya] had gone out with another boy. On December 28, Harding finished her practice session at 10:30a.m., then Gillooly drove them to Eckardt's home. College lecturer. Shawn Eckhardt in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. [16] The attack severely bruised her knee and quadriceps tendon and forced her to withdraw from the U.S. [43], On December 22, 1993, Eckardt received a call from his friend Derrick Smith who lived in Phoenix, Arizona. If she had been suspended, she likely still would have competed at the Olympics after filing suit, seeking an injunction against the USFSA, and asserting her rights under the Amateur Sports Act of 1978. ', "Indictment says Harding involved in Kerrigan plot", "USFSA's decision regarding Tonya Harding", "Harding Stripped of Title; Banned for Life", "Injured Kerrigan Withdraws From Olympic Trials", "Who is Tonya Harding's former bodyguard Shawn Eckardt? As the Bleacher Report explains, Stants uncle, Derrick Smith, called Stant, who was 22 at the time, in 1993 and asked if Stant would hurt somebody for money. Stant told the FBI that Smith asked him if he would take down a skater. The Bleacher Report added, A man named Shawn Eckardt called and said it would involve slicing the skaters Achilles tendon. Shane Stant. The events -- and the ramshackle cast or characters behind them -- fascinated and disturbed Portlanders and the nation. Gillooly claimed that when he told Harding about plotting to injure Kerrigan, she thought it was "a good idea. Certified parachutist. All together, it makes for a fascinating look at some of the early '90s' most intriguing people, from Eckardt to Harding herself. and guess what? Jan. 4, 1994: On the way to Detroit for the U.S. And NBC News reported last night that Gillooly will be arrested today. Multnomah County authorities arrest Eckardt and Smith, charging them with conspiracy to commit second-degree assault. [57] On January 13, Eckardt and Smith were arrested. As if Gillooly's and Harding's contradicting stories aren't enough to keep up with, I, Tonya also focuses on a third central character, Harding's mom, LaVona Fay, aka "Sandy" Golden. From hair trends to relationship advice, our daily newsletter has everything you need to sound like a person whos on TikTok, even if you arent. Harding, who finished eighth at the 94 Olympics, was the subject of intense media scrutiny during the event in Lillehammer because of the alleged plot by her husband. In a July affidavit, Harding wrote that she had been in an abusive marriage for two years, "he has assaulted me physically with his open hand and fist [] put me down to the floor on several occasions. I, Tonya movie quotes help tell the story of disgraced figure skater Tonya Harding including her rough upbringing and what led to her eventual lifetime ban from the sport. The New York Times, which announced his death, called him Brian Sean Griffith, which Eckardt changed his name to after getting out of prison. Griffith, of Beaverton, was Harding's bodyguard when the Portland-born skater competed for a spot on the U.S. Olympic figure skating team in 1994. Harding ultimately. And you get a peek," says Hauser, 31. 1940) and Albert Harding (1933-2009). On June 29, the USFSA disciplinary panel met for nine hours over two days to consider Harding's alleged role in the attack. The media allowed him to air his version of events: that of an innocent caught in Harding and Gillooly's nefarious web. But both reportedly have been implicated by confessions made by Eckardt and Shane Stant, the alleged hit man. "[30], When Derrick Smith was first interviewed by FBI on January 12, 1994, he held to the cover story that had been agreed upon with his co-conspirators until later in the day when he confessed to his part in the plot. [49] He was the son of Derrick Smith's wife's sister. Figure Skating Championship had sports, sleaze and more. Kerrigan, who was attacked in Detroit after a training session, only suffered bruising and managed to win Silver at that years games in Norway. Brian Sean Griffith, a former bodyguard to figure skater Tonya Harding who admitted a role in the attack on her rival Nancy Kerrigan during Olympics tryouts, has died. [17] Stant approached Kerrigan from behind, extended a telescopic baton, struck her lower right thigh and walked away. When I found out that the truth was finally going to come out., She continued: My skating was great. "He has been portrayed as a mastermind to a hit man plot, as a monstrous chap who would go out and cause physical injury to a young Miss Kerrigan," Mark McKnight said. PORTLAND Brian Sean Griffith, the former bodyguard to Tonya Harding, has died. [30] She was also asked about her relationship with Gillooly and replied she still considered him her husband. [88][89] Harding was stripped of her 1994 U.S. Championship title and banned for life from participating in USFSA events as either skater or coach. [62] On January 15, Harding and Gillooly spoke with reporters, but declined to comment about the investigation. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Harding hired Eckardt as her bodyguard because his resume indicated he was an expert in counterin-telligence and international terrorism, graduated from an Read Mesa Tribune Newspaper Archives, Jan 16, 1994, p. 9 with family history and genealogy records from mesa, arizona 1993-1994. She's allowed to continue, but the magic is gone. [1], Jeff Gillooly was Tonya Harding's ex-husband. Harding replied, "I have definitely thought about it." Sep. 4, 2014. In 2018, she said she had prior knowledge of Gillooly and Eckardt discussing "[taking] out" one of her competitors in late 1993. As Bender attempts to sabotage her performance by filling her tap shoes with tacks in the locker room, Tonya catches him in the act, and breaks his leg with a nightstick in a similar manner to the attack on Kerrigan. Gillooly's attorney, Ron Hoevet, accuses Harding of conspiracy and is roundly criticized by other attorneys. Who's in the audience on opening night? [12] Shane Stant later testified that Harding was part of staging the death threat against herself. [91], The character of Karla Keller in the cancelled Data East arcade fighting game Tattoo Assassins is largely based on Kerrigan, Keller's backstory directly referencing the assault. View contact information: phones, addresses, emails and networks. [30] Stant and his girlfriend also moved to Arizona along with Smith after once serving 15 days in jail for stealing cars. It's been nearly 20 years since Kerrigan was clubbed after practice in Detroit by a member of a bumbling goon squad hired by Harding's ex-husband with the hope of eliminating his former wife's top competition for the U.S. Olympic team. In 103 pages of FBI transcripts from interviews with four figures in the Kerrigan assault, an unappealing picture is painted: * Shawn Eric Eckardt, Harding's bodyguard, is portrayed as a . [1] At the time of the attack, the couple were together and still referred to each other as husband and wife. Eckardt set up a meeting with Derrick Smith and Shane . Jan. 9, 1994: Detroit police release composite drawings of man suspected of attacking Kerrigan. Two persons, including Sharon K Eckardt, Kurt E Eckardt, listed the phone number (218) 568-6696 as their own, various documents indicated. When he told her about their "money-back guarantee," Harding laughed out loud. Hi, I'm Shawn Eckardt and I'm born and raised in Montauk New York. health (support- familywize) thank you to our united way supporters, sponsors and partners; campaign The attack was planned by Jeff Gillooly, the ex-husband of fellow American figure skater Tonya Harding, and his co-conspirator Shawn Eckardt. Controversy raged over whether Harding should be allowed to skate in the Olympics. Birth. Gillooly first stated that the gun had fired when he was carrying it. The New York Times, which announced his death, called him Brian Sean Griffith, which Eckardt changed his name to after getting out of prison. Claims surface that Gillooly threatened Harding on several occasions during their marriage. [69] Her admitted failure to report about an assault on a fellow competitor, supported by her FBI transcripts, led to Harding being formally charged with "[making] false statements about her knowledge". Gillooly replied that it was too much and said he could pay $2,000. 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