About Johnny Weir:
Johnny Weir, born on July 2, 1984 in in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, is the 2004, 2005 and 2006 U.S. National Men's Figure Skating Champion. He began skating at the late age of 12 and is now considered one of the most controversial skaters. Read more about Johnny Weir.
Johnny Weir Criticized:
Despite his championship titles, Johnny Weir has been criticized heavily for his flamboyant mannerisms and costumes. Many critics seem to be obsessed with Weir's sexuality. Find out why:
Is Johnny Weir Gay?:
On his site, Johnny Weir Online, Weir talks about the rumors surrounding his sexuality.
"People talk. Figure skating is thought of as a female sport, something that only girly men compete in. I don't feel the need to express my sexual being because it's not part of my sport and it's private. I can sleep with whomever I choose and it doesn't affect what I'm doing on the ice, so speculation is speculation."
Weir continued, "I like nice things, and beautiful things, so if that is the only way people are determining that I swing one way or the other, then to me, that's sad. You can't judge a book by it's cover, ever. I never get angry about things because it's human nature to be jealous and rip people to shreds if you don't like them, regardless of the subject. I am who I am, and I don't need to justify anything to anyone."
