Answer about his fans
I just had to post his answer to this question regarding his fans (on the interact section of his site). Maybe I'm naive, but he seems genuine, and he does appreciate his fans. Like I've said multiple times, if the media would actually watch him, and listen to him, they'd paint a very different picture. They're so obsessed with editing soundbites, that the person they depict is only a fraction of the man he is...grrr...LOVE HIM!!!! I know, I know...I'm preaching to the crowd, I just needed to speak to people who'd understand.
from Paige
Q: I've noticed a lot of your fans put down skaters that pose a threat to you like Jeremy Abbott and Evan Lysacek. How do you feel about that? What is your relationship with these two skaters? You're obviously not friends. Do you get along at least? Best wishes Johnny. I wish everyone had your maturity.
A: I haven't seen many instances when my fans attack other rival skaters. I can't say for certain, but I know my fans have integrity and maturity and wouldn't attack someone for no reason. I have a primarily warm relationship with Evan Lysacek. From the past few years in the media it would seem quite the opposite and through careful editing and writing the media has created a rivalry and coldness that isn't exactly true. I don't know Jeremy Abbott well at all. I can't make a very valid opinion of him personally. To me he is just another competitor.
from Paige
Q: I've noticed a lot of your fans put down skaters that pose a threat to you like Jeremy Abbott and Evan Lysacek. How do you feel about that? What is your relationship with these two skaters? You're obviously not friends. Do you get along at least? Best wishes Johnny. I wish everyone had your maturity.
A: I haven't seen many instances when my fans attack other rival skaters. I can't say for certain, but I know my fans have integrity and maturity and wouldn't attack someone for no reason. I have a primarily warm relationship with Evan Lysacek. From the past few years in the media it would seem quite the opposite and through careful editing and writing the media has created a rivalry and coldness that isn't exactly true. I don't know Jeremy Abbott well at all. I can't make a very valid opinion of him personally. To me he is just another competitor.