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San Ramon, CA--Heller Jewelers featured Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi as a guest on its in-house video series Whiskey & Watches, according to a Facebook post.

[Kristi Yamaguchi from Heller Jewelers' ‘Whiskey & Watches' video]

According to the post, hosts Brandon Heller and Marcus Martinez welcomed Yamaguchi for a discussion centered on watches, whiskey, and her upcoming involvement with the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan–Cortina. The episode included a tasting of Baller American Single Malt from St. George Spirits, with the hosts and Yamaguchi rating the whiskey during the segment.

The post stated that Yamaguchi wore a Tudor Royal watch featuring a 28mm case with a mother-of-pearl dial and diamond accents. During the episode, Yamaguchi discussed her preference for the design, citing its balance of elegance, versatility, and wearability. The hosts noted that the Tudor Royal collection is also available in larger case sizes.

As per the video, Yamaguchi said she plans to wear the watch during her upcoming trip to Milan for the 2026 Winter Olympics, where she expects to be involved primarily in behind-the-scenes roles and athlete engagement rather than on-air broadcasting.

The episode also referenced Yamaguchi’s charitable initiatives. According to the post, portions of ticket sales from the Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink at City Center Bishop Ranch support her Always Dream Foundation, which focuses on early childhood literacy. The store also highlighted the availability of Kristi Yamaguchi Always Dream pendants at Heller Jewelers, with proceeds directed to the same cause.

See the video here on Facebook.