Adam Rippon stole America’s hearts with his quick wit, sharp tongue, and even sharper skates.
Of course, it didn’t hurt that he’s completely adorable and has a legendary (and real) booty that works very well in the construct of stretchy skating and dance outfits.
Now Adam is putting it all out on display. The athlete, 28, took off everything but the skates for ESPN Magazine’s annual Body Issue.
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He told the magazine he could never have done the shoot even just a few years back:
“I couldn’t have done this [shoot] while I was in the closet. I think that, with my experience of coming out, I felt so liberated in so many ways.”
While the photos are just hitting the web now, the shoot actually took place shortly after Rippon’s bronze-medal performance at the 2018 Winter Olympics.
He says the timing is everything:
“I don’t want to say I’ll never be in this shape again, but I’ll never be in this shape. I’ll be in another shape. This is a milestone of all the work it took me to get to the point to be an Olympic medal-winning figure skater.”
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Olympic shape or not, we’re still stanning hard.
He added:
“As I’ve gotten older, I’ve redefined to myself what being masculine is and, to me, being masculine is owning yourself as a man. Maybe I’m not typically masculine, but I feel like a strong-ass man when I go out there and compete.”
Adam is one of 16 athletes to be featured in the new Body Issue, celebrating its 10th anniversary and hitting newsstands June 29.
Watch a preview of his shoot below:
Donston
Yes, he didn’t do much at the Olympics, is on some attention gorging sh*t and is pretty much making a living now off of being an over the top, twinky stereotype. But he’s just well spoken enough, clever enough, non BS-ing enough, grounded enough, cute enough and harmless enough to get away with it. Plus, I’ve been waiting to see that behind.
Black Pegasus
@Donston
When he once referred to himself as a “Glamazon B^tch” he lost all credibility with me. As you said he’s just a stereotypical caricature in the most negative form. I don’t care how much body fat you lack or how photogenic your face appears, if you’re vibe exudes the cattiness of a 16yr old valley girl then you’re not helping the gay community at all.
Donston
I do cut him some slack because I’m semi-crushing. But he’s refreshingly not catty. Yeah, he has a self-absorbed, shallow, narcissistic, not entirely authentically fem persona. But there’s no cattiness behind it. And there’s enough wit, irony and well meaning that comes with it. He also seems to possess a decent amount of self-respect, very little gay shame and isn’t interested in playing victim.
Black Pegasus
@Donston
You’re cutting him some slack while acknowledging he’s “self absorbed, shallow and narcissistic?”
Okay LOL
Donston
I acknowledged his overall persona. But I also rarely look at things from just one angle. And as I said, there’s no cattiness there, gay shame or desire to play victim. He’s well spoken and seems fairly sane and grounded beyond the persona.
As far as the booty, I like a bit more jiggle. But it is a sight.
Shelley
He didn’t do much in the Olympics? They were just handing out the medals to anybody? What Olympics were you watching?
Donston
He won a group Bronze medal. That’s certainly an accomplishment to be pride of. However, there are quite a few Americans who did more and didn’t receive nearly the amount of attention and opportunities. His sport, his big personality, him making a big deal about being out and his cute factor are the biggest reasons he’s in the spotlight. And ultimately, you gotta work with what you have when you have it. So, I’m not hating on his hustle.
Josh447
Blevins Pegasus,
“Valley girls” in their most negative form don’t take down vice presidents, win Olympic medals for their country, and open and support charities for struggling youth. Can you tell me, are we talking about the same person?
Josh447
I will say however, the “glamazon bitch” bs almost turned me off to him, but his accomplishments far outweighed that one stupid comment. His authenticity and his magnetic care for humanity is what got me hooked.
Matt1961
the guy worked most of his life to earn a spot on the US Olympic Team, which is no small feat, and medaled in a sport that only has a commercial value is you win outright. I think he’s deserving of more than a little slack. I’m happy for his success, and I don’t begrudge his outward flamboyance. He’s fun, honest, and America’s Sweet heart.
Donston
He’s also not overly sentimental, maudlin and/or admonishing like a lot of celebs who try to be “queer” heroes/spokespeople. I appreciate that as well. He’s very matter-a-fact yet self-comfortable. So, at the very least he’s doing no harm.
DarkZephyr
@Black Pegasus, he’s apologetically fem, so he’s trash? I honestly thought better of you than that.
DarkZephyr
unapologetically*
alterego1980
Olympians in general don’t get the praise and attention they deserve for their accomplishments, especially after the Olympics are over. I encourage each and every Olympic athlete to go get as much exposure and fame as they can. Their sports are not revered by the public like football, baseball, etc. They should book everything. Without competing in constant high pressure figure skating competitions, there’s a time limit on how long he can stick around. Go get it Adam.
Josh447
Donston,
Very cool. Yeah I know it might all be about Dat azz, but you’re right on with your positive rhetoric, he’s a star that’s all there is to it. Best thing that’s happened to the gay community in a very long time.
batesmotel
I don’t blame him. He had to do this as people are forgetting all about him, which is what happens with flash in the pans. This was a quick save that should buy him another month or two.
QueerFilmCritic
Actually the shoot happened right after he won his bronze medal which you would know if you read the article instead of just trolled it.
Stilinski26
He didn’t even win any medals flopped at Olympics wish Chris Mazdzer took part in the issue
QueerFilmCritic
You know, except for the bronze medal he won for being the 3rd best skater in the entire world.
Donston
Also, there’s a couple other more revealing videos out there. I suggest searching for those if you want a better look at the goods.
eeebee333
Too bad he didn’t let his body hair grow out for the shoot.
scotty
he is all of my thirst, ever.
hey adam im from pa too but now i live on vancouver island…cmon out and let me and my partner show you around.
o.codone
scotty and his partner. wow, how is an invite for a threesome sexy? objectify much?
scotty
saquon barkley that goes for you too.
o.codone
objectify black skin much? maybe you a racist scotty.
scotty
typically, i try to avoid battles of wit with unarmed people but you just never had a chance. well bless your heart. buh bye now
ElPillo
Too fem for me to find him sexually attractive.
Roy Moss
He’s all right if you get turned on by shallow, attention whores who behave like teenage girls. Personally, I’d happy if Queerty would start showcasing gay men who actually look and behave like, well, MEN.
Casinoguy
I want to see his junk… then WE can decide if he should get a medal!