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Madonna Stuns Skater Glenn with Surprise Message
17 Feb
Summary
- Skater Amber Glenn received a surprise video message from her idol, Madonna.
- Madonna praised Glenn's strong, brave performance of 'Like A Prayer'.
- Madonna expressed confidence that Glenn would win Olympic gold.
Team USA figure skater Amber Glenn experienced a moment of disbelief and awe prior to her short program debut at the Olympics. She received an unexpected video message from her idol, Madonna, a 'special fan' who watched Glenn skate to the iconic 1980s hit 'Like A Prayer.'
Madonna conveyed her admiration for Glenn's performance, calling her an incredible skater who is strong, beautiful, and brave. The music legend expressed her confidence in Glenn's potential to win Olympic gold. Glenn was overcome with emotion, describing herself as being in complete shock and legitimately shaking.
Glenn, who is openly bisexual and pansexual, is the first openly queer woman figure skater to represent Team USA. Her choreographer, Katherine Hill, shared how spectacular the moment was, likening it to a dream come true for Glenn to know Madonna was aware of and watching her.
