Politicians, royals, celebrities and players give overwhelming support to gay pro footballer Jake Daniels
Since we brought you the epic news that British pro footballer Jake Daniels had come out, the response has been understandably astounding with messages of support coming from all over the world.
From the Prime Minister of the UK himself, Boris Johnson, to legendary actor Sir Ian McKellen, the praise for the 17-year-old’s bravery has been across the board so we thought we’d collect a few for you.
Both sides of the political aisle were keen to applaud Daniels with Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner saying that he was an inspiration and both right and left leaning news stations carrying the news in a positive light.
There is a lot to unpick in the coming months and if Jake’s coming out helps Premiership players live there truth then all power to them. A lot of people are saying how they wish it shouldn’t BE such a big deal, and it shouldn’t, but with players openly showing support along the way has helped massively.
With the World Cup happening this year in a country with harsh punishments for gay people, it will be interesting to see players put there money where their mouth is on the international football stage.
Thank you for your bravery Jake, it would have taken huge courage to come out and you will be an inspiration to many both on and off the pitch. https://t.co/tCmSUBnj5R
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) May 16, 2022
At 17, @Jake_Daniels11 represents a generation that rejects old-fashioned homophobia in football and elsewhere: those who haven’t yet grown up as he has. He sets an example. No wonder so many of us, gay and everyone else, admire & treasure him as a hero. What a goal he's scored!
— Ian McKellen (@IanMcKellen) May 17, 2022
Sending love to Jake Daniels ♥️
— Angela Rayner 🌹 (@AngelaRayner) May 16, 2022
You won’t just be an inspiration to others. You already are. 🌈 https://t.co/7V7kjSSxn3
Sending love to Jake Daniels ♥️
— Angela Rayner 🌹 (@AngelaRayner) May 16, 2022
You won’t just be an inspiration to others. You already are. 🌈 https://t.co/7V7kjSSxn3
Football should be a game for everyone.
— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) May 17, 2022
What Jake has done takes courage and will hopefully help break down barriers that have no place in our society.
I hope his decision to speak openly gives others the confidence to do the same. W https://t.co/6YaHi2fipM
Gary Lineker says Blackpool footballer Jake Daniels will be 'massively accepted' after coming out and tells #BBCBreakfast he hopes others will have the confidence to follow. https://t.co/9iqrZXuViM pic.twitter.com/6QsismrW9Q
— BBC Breakfast (@BBCBreakfast) May 17, 2022