Otto Jelinek, a Canadian figure skater of Czech origin, died on Saturday at the age of 86. Born in Prague, Jelinek achieved international success alongside his sister, Maria. The pair became World Champions at the 1962 championship held in Prague, representing a peak in their careers. They also secured a silver medal and two bronze medals at other World Championships throughout their partnership. Beyond his athletic achievements, Jelinek was also a businessman and politician, leaving a multifaceted legacy. His passing marks the end of an era for the figure skating community and the Czech diaspora in Canada.