Kobe Bryant Tells Fan: Anti-Gay Isn’t Ok
February 11, 2013 by Maureen McCarty, Online Content and Marketing Manager
NBA superstar Kobe Bryant, who HRC called out just a few years ago for the use of homophobic language, is now taking a stand against anti-LGBT language on social media.
After a fan sent him an anti-gay tweet, Bryant had this to say in response:
Just letting you know@PacSmoove @pookeo9 that using "your gay" as a way to put someone down ain't ok! #notcool delete that out ur vocab
— Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) February 11, 2013
The use of anti-gay language creates a toxic for LGBT individuals, particularly youth. HRC applauds the cadre of supportive professional athletes, who are setting an example of tolerance and acceptance for youth across the country.
To learn more about athletes who have stood up on behalf of the community, visit www.hrc.org/americansformarriageequality
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