Is Matti Nykänen A-List?
No — Matti Nykänen is currently ranked D tier — a minor public figure with limited fame outside a small audience.
Reached A-list in 1988
Triple Gold Calgary Olympics
Lost A-list status in 1991
Dropped to B tier — Retirement from Ski Jumping
Ranking Timeline
Olympic Gold Sarajevo
Nykänen wins his first Olympic gold medal at the Sarajevo Games.
Triple Gold Calgary Olympics
Nykänen achieves unparalleled success, winning three gold medals in Calgary.
Retirement from Ski Jumping
Nykänen retires from ski jumping, ending his athletic career.
Singing Career Begins
He launches a career as a singer, venturing into entertainment.
Personal and Legal Issues
Struggles with alcohol and legal issues overshadow his achievements.
Occasional Public Appearances
Limited public appearances due to ongoing personal issues.
Death at Age 55
He dies at the age of 55, leaving a complex legacy behind.
Legacy Today
Remembered as great skiier but life was troubled after.
Last updated: February 21, 2026