Then, Greismanshareda screenshot of a text conversation with his mom about his Olympic-sized crush.
“Sam…he’s insanely pretty.
Find a way,” Field texted to her son.

Not one to mince words, Fieldretweetedher son’s post with a simple caption: Rippon’s screen name.
Greisman’s all-too-relatable response?
However,Buzzfeed Studiosfilled Rippon in on the online happenings, and his initial reaction was priceless.

Letting out an excited scream, Rippon smiled, saying, “She bold.”
And I’m sure one day we’re going to meet!
So thanks, Mom."

Greisman shared a photo of him and Rippon onTwitterwith the succinct caption, “Thanks, mom.”
Now retired from competitive skating, Rippon married Jussi-Pekka Kajaala in 2021.