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.

Friday, August 9, 2013

Should I be arrested, should my life be threatened, I'll know that I'll be there for a purpose, I'll know I'll be there to help my community and my brothers and sisters.
--wnyc.org, News, "Olympian Johnny Weir Says Russian Olympic Boycott is Misguided," interview, August 1, 2013 
(on going to St. Petersburg, Russia, to perform despite the anti-gay law there) 
Posted by Nancy Knisley at 7:00 AM
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