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Related: About this forumWow, Jodie Foster had a "soft coming out" speech last night
I know it's the best kept not really secret in Hollywood, but it's nice to see Jodie put herself in the ranks of gay folks, sort of.
http://news.moviefone.com/2013/01/13/jodie-foster-golden-globes-speech_n_2469446.html
Unfortunately, the sound didn't match up so to keep from crossing your eyes, just listen to it while getting ready for work.
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Wow, Jodie Foster had a "soft coming out" speech last night (Original Post)
tavalon
Jan 2013
OP
She must not feel she's getting enough attention these days. This is such a non-story..
monmouth3
Jan 2013
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monmouth3
(3,871 posts)1. She must not feel she's getting enough attention these days. This is such a non-story..
tavalon
(27,985 posts)2. Well, it's hardly a surprise
but it's good that she is trying to be authentic.
Fearless
(18,421 posts)3. Nonsense.
Coming out has nothing to do with other people. It has nothing to do with one's career. It's a personal thing. It has to do with growing and maturing and being proud of who you are.
monmouth3
(3,871 posts)4. And doing so on a nationally televised awards show will enhance her "personal" experience? Please..
Fearless
(18,421 posts)5. And doing so will show others that it's ok to be gay.