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.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

[Q: Do you think of yourself as a role model?]
  
Yes, but only to children who feel different or stifled or squashed.
--The New York Times, "Weir Lead Crop of Newcomers Into Olympics" by Juliet Macur, January 15, 2006; Interview after free skate, 2006 U.S. Nationals, January 14, 2006

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Blogger's note: Different version of this quote:

I don't think there should be one role model for all kids. I want to be a role model for kids who feel different and stifled, kids that I was like, kids who feel like they can't say what they want.
--nbcolympics.com, Athletes: Johnny Weir, "Quotes of Note," 2006 Olympics
Posted by Nancy Knisley at 9:32 PM
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