Weir Speaks Out Against 'Offensive' Comments

[tuvor]

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From AP:

U.S. men's figure skater Johnny Weir says he was 'frankly, pissed' upon learning that the two French-language commentators questioned his gender and made other jibes during his Olympic skating performances last week. (Feb. 24)

[Captain Hilts]

1. Well done! He made them look all the worse. Now, I wish he'd have a sit down with Adam Lambert! nt

[hlthe2b]

4. Why would it benefit him to have a sit down with Lambert?

He seems quite capable of fending for himself-- quite capable.

[Captain Hilts]

5. It would benefit Lambert!!

[hlthe2b]

7. Oh, gotcha.

;)

[Laf.La.Dem.]

2. WOW

One great guy:loveya:

[Hell Hath No Fury]

3. GO JOHNNY!

I love love love this guy, exactly because he choses to be who he is and makes no bones about it! :loveya: He is a perfect example of the importance of allowing a child to be who they are and allowed to flourish.

(I found his free skate performance to be more compelling to watch than the eventual medalists.)

[Captain Hilts]

6. I agree. He's won a lot of fans. nt

[CurtEastPoint]

9. Ditto. He is SO well spoken. Go, Johnny! n/t

[BrklynLiberal]

8. Bravo Johnny!!!

[Overseas]

10. K&R . //nt

[theFrankFactor]

11. K&R Great guy, great attitude, great sense of humor!