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.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

[What's the best thing about being Johnny?]

The best thing is that I really get to live in a sort of "Johnny-Land." This morning I went to Starbucks wearing rabbit fur moccasins, a blanket made out of Mongolian lamb, a jacket that said Russia, a scarf around my head, and huge sunglasses. The people behind the counter just glanced at me and said, "Hey Johnny--do you want the regular?"
--goldenskate.com, "Johnny Weir--America's Olympic Strong Shot Puts Things Into Perspective," by Kathleen Bangs, December 30, 2005
Posted by Nancy Knisley at 3:57 PM
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