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 6, 2013

I will perform in a country who’s government would prefer having me in prison than entertaining her population, because I support the population and not the government. Should anything happen to me, please notify my mother and my husband.
--fcnp.com, "Johnny's World: The Gaylympics: Part 2" August 1, 2013
(response to criticism of his opinion that the Sochi Olympics should not be boycotted because of Russia's anti-LGBT laws)
Posted by Nancy Knisley at 7:30 AM
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