Tag Archives: Tom Daley

On Tom Daley, Bisexuality and Gay Stereotypes

Posted on April 11, 2014 by queerlefty

Just a few quick words on British diver and Olympic bronze medalist Tom Daley. Last December he revealed in a YouTube video that he was dating a man, and by doing it in such a seemingly casual way he joined … Continue reading →

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Speaking for the Sport

Posted on December 19, 2013 by queerlefty

When basketball player Jason Collins came out as gay this past May, I really thought this was going to be a game-changing year for queer athletes. My hope was strengthened when Robbie Rogers, who had quit soccer when he came … Continue reading →

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“Right now I’m dating a guy, and I couldn’t be happier. Is it a big deal? I don’t think so.”

Posted on December 2, 2013 by queerlefty

Today’s big news in LGBT world, at least in my corner of the Internet, is that the British diver and Olympian Tom Daley has come out as bisexual in a YouTube video to his fans. This is obviously good news. … Continue reading →

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How I Watch the Olympics, or: Tom Daley is Freaking Gorgeous

Posted on August 11, 2012 by queerlefty

I’ve never quite understood people who call themselves sports fans. While I certainly can understand the appeal of specific sports, my way into a sport tends to be via specific teams or athletes, not out of a blanket fascination with the … Continue reading →

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