Johnny Weir

Whether witty or wise, controversial or charming, shocking or silly, sweet or sassy, provocative or profound, inspiring or infuriating--or any combination of those--Johnny Weir, the three-time U.S. Champion, two-time Olympian, and World medalist figure skater, almost always says something worth quoting whenever he commentates a skating competition, makes a TV appearance, gives an interview, holds a press conference, writes, tweets, or is caught on video. His quotes needed to be collected and shared; hence this blog.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

I think it’s good that you don’t understand everything about my sport. If you have eyes like a baby, you can watch different pieces of art with fresh eyes, plus you won’t be jaded by anything. It makes you unbiased, and that’s great.
--1101.com, Johnny Weir!!!, "Johnny Comes to Our Office," Episode 2: You Weren't Competing Against Anyone, August 31, 2010
(Interview at Hobo Nikkan Itoi Shinbun with Itoi Shigesato)
Posted by Nancy Knisley at 6:41 AM
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