Johnny Weir Disappointed Over Decision but Remains Defiant.

The Stars on Ice skating tour has officially denied that perceived sexual orientation played a role in its decision to not invite two-time Olympic figure skater Johnny Weir to be a part of the show. Previous reports indicated that Weir was excluded from the tour because he is "not family friendly."

While Stars on Ice insists that Weir's perceived sexual orientation was not a part of its decision-making process, the three-time national champion disagrees. He told GLAAD that "it's for real," adding: "I've never been invited to do 'Stars on Ice' before, which is the only figure skating tour in the U.S. It's disappointing that I can't perform for my American fans... all because I'm not 'family friendly' enough."

Green Man: Johnny, you can come skate for me and my family anytime. I'd be proud to take my nieces and nephews to see your amazing talent and I know other families who would too. However, all is not lost for Johnny Wier fans:

Still, Weir is not letting the non-invite get to him. He plans a "crazy, over-the-top fantasy show" that "could be really incredible and something for everyone."

Green Man: Wow, that got my creative mind pouring out all kinds of possibilities for him. Mainly I'm picturing Johnny Weir doing a version of a Cirque du Soleil show but on ice. Perhaps even having his own show in Vegas? As much as I dislike Vegas--I'd go down there again to see Johnny do his thing. Imagine all the possibilities!!! The artistry, the talent, the magic!! Go Johnny, GO GO GO!!!!

~The Green Man has Spoken~

Johnny Weir not "Family Friendly?"

Johnny Weir represented the United States in the Vancouver Olympics last month, but that accomplishment is evidently not enough to earn him a spot on the Stars on Ice Tour. Nobody doubts the American figure skater's skill: in addition to competing at the Torino Olympics in 2006, he finished sixth at the 2010 Winter Olympics and is a three-time national champion.

Rather, it seems Weir may have been left off the team because he is "not family friendly."

As GLAAD notes, such a claim "would be a clear jab at his perceived sexual orientation." The blog post continues, "Weir is extremely involved with his family. He is putting his younger brother through college, and supports the family financially because his father's disability prohibits him from working. Weir's dedication to his family can be clearly documented in the Sundance series, Be Good Johnny Weir, which follows him and his family and friends through his life and career as a championship skater.

Green Man: It's not like Weir is going out on the ice and exposing himself. How is he not family friendly? Because he's different than the cookie cutter image of our immature world dripping with stereotypes? Oh the horror that we show kids that creativity is good and to be encouraged!! How dare we encourage them to make the world a little brighter!! How dare he be so "flamboyant!!" Dear GOD!! He'll show young boys that you can be a man and still have a sensitive, passionate and creative side. We are in a very drab gray world and any bit of flair and passion that we show should be celebrated for what it is--a gift.

He's empowering a lot of young people to explore who they are, express themselves and bring something to add to the kaleidoscope that is humanity. He is inspiring them and all of us to just be who we are inside--screw the labels--just be, and enjoy the show. How is all that not a good example and not family friendly? We need a lot more kids to be as self-confident, passionate about life, (whatever their path in life) open minded and sharing some joy with the world. I would bet that it would be a much nicer and friendly world.

And as much as I want to give into anger about this blatant discrimination and idiocy, I take pride in knowing that those kids who watch him will be much more tolerant than their parents. Each generation gets a little bit better and better about accepting everyone for who they are and not for who we want them to be.

~The Green Man has Spoken~