Fabulous gay life of Johnny Weir
Comments broadcast about men’s figure skating during the 2010 Winter Olympics went too far after hosts used “derisive and denigrating” terms for homosexuals, the Canadian Broadcast Standards Council (CBSC) has determined.
The CBSC released two decisions relating to discussions of the sport and an American figure skater in particular. The first concerned the Olympic morning information program Le réveil olympique broadcast on both Réseau des sports (RDS) and V. Host Claude Mailhot and guest analyst Alain Goldberg discussed men’s figure skating and commented on the style and costume of American competitor Johnny Weir, who had worn lipstick and a black and pink outfit for his short programme. They expressed concerns that Weir was perpetuating the stereotype of men’s figure skating as an effeminate sport. They acknowledged that their statements might not be viewed as “politically correct” and joked that Weir should undergo gender testing. They also remarked, however, that Weir had the right to dress and act however he wished. After this conversation generated a public outcry, the two men apologized for their comments on-air two days later.
But Johnny is one unashamedly one of the girls. His recommended skin care line is Helena Rubenstein Force C line; his bag of choice is Balenciaga, his sunglasses Louis Vitton. He relaxes by cleaning the house. His diva demands are all about perfection. Does he stamp his feet? Somehow I am sure he does.
Who cares he didn’t win a gold medal. He gives skating so much sass.
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