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Popular and well liked returning Big Brother houseguest Jeff Schroeder finds himself in hot water today over some anti-gay comments he made on the show’s live feeds.
During a discussion with fellow HG Kalia this week, the topic turned to Harry Potter books and its writer J.K. Rowling‘s past statement that Dumbledore was a gay character.
Jeff appeared taken aback by the revelation stating, “He’s in a school with little kids, you can’t make that guy gay!” He then added, “It isn’t right to have it in a little kids book, and have the head master locked away in this magical land, be gay. That isn’t the right kind of writing to do.”
Kalia’s response was, “Why? Gay men can’t work with little kids!?” adding, “Just because he is gay, doesn’t mean there is a thing wrong with him.” Jeff replied, “You know exactly what I’m saying. Don’t make it seem like you’re doing the right thing by saying that it’s not.”
As for CBS, they responded with the statement below -
“Big Brother is a reality show about watching a group of people who have no privacy 24/7 — and seeing every moment of their lives. At times, the Houseguests make comments, reveal prejudices and other beliefs that we do not condone. Any views or opinions expressed in personal commentary by a Houseguest appearing on BIG BROTHER, either on any live feed from the House or the broadcast, are those of the individual(s) speaking and do not represent the views or opinions of CBS or the producers of the program.”
Some are calling Jeff homophobic while some of his defenders are stating he isn’t citing he developed a friendship with the openly gay Kevin Campbell during his 2009 stint on Big Brother. It will be interesting to see if CBS will show Jeff’s comments on the televised airing. Houseguest Cassi also received some flack last week after she jokingly referred to Dominic as a ‘fa**ot’ on the live feeds.
A new episode of Big Brother is set to air tonight on CBS during which the first houseguest of season 13 will be evicted. Up on the chopping block are Porsche and Keith. On last night’s episode, Keith was overly cocky and planned to throw the Veto competition because he believes he has enough votes to stay. Keith is assuming all of the new HGs will vote for him. Wowzers.
Rachel won the veto and left the nominations the same. So far, it appears the plan of the returning HGs is to keep Porsche in the house and vote out Keith. But do they have enough votes to do so? We will find out tonight on CBS at 9/8c.
TELL US – DO YOU THINK JEFF IS HOMOPHOBIC? THOUGHTS ON HIS COMMENTS & TONIGHT’S EPISODE?
I love these blogs, I usually just read BUT my word! Can people have opinions, doesn’t mean you’re hating… Silly comment but you can tell it is not from a place from hate. Sexual orientation should not be brought up in a place of learning AT ALL! Anyone can molest, homophobic, NO, silly, YES!
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@50Enough
I can assure you that I am offended & have corrected folks that have used the words gay & pedofile in the same sentence.
It is fact that 80% to 90% of all pedofiles are heterosexuals which means statistically children are safer around gays than lets say their hetero little league coach…..
It is important that peeps know facts so our country won’t be taken over by fear mongering at the hands of the hillbilly palens & bachmans
@Extremely Practical…I’m pretty sure CBS released that statement because there was more than one issue that caused people on the net to get into a flutter in regards to gay issues. I wouldn’t go as far to say it was in reference to only and specifically Jeff’s comments because CBS’ statement does not say that. Hows that for being practical..lol.
@ Enough- I dont think any one is “too” sensitive everyone is entitled to their opinions. He never said gays are a danger to children. Sexuality should be left out of children’s books was the point he was making.
This is not about sexuality, Mrs. Practical – it’s about IDENTITY. Many straight people, for some bizarre reason, only associate gay people with sexuality when in fact that is only a small part of who we are.
So it’s okay for characters in fiction to express their desire for people of the opposite sex, that’s not sexuality? Schroeder apparently has no problem with that.
People tell you who they are and if you choose not to listen, that’s your problem. Jeff Schroeder has CLEARLY told people who he is.
Did JK Rowling actually write in any of the potter books that Dumbledore was homosexual? as far as I knew that was just a comment she made about him, it was not something that was part of the story??
I could be wrong?
50&55 Enough, nicely put both times!!!
@ Mrs. Practical: CBS Issues Disclaimer over Homophobic Big Brother Comments
http://www.advocate.com/News/Daily_News/2011/07/14/CBS_Issues_Disclaimer_over_Homophobic_Big_Brother_Comments/
@ ENOUGH
I’m sure you have been persecuted plenty in your life due to sexual prefrences and no one is saying you should go out of your way to make anyone feel more comfortable (regardless of their sexual orientation) however I do think you are blowing this conversation WAY out of proportion, maybe because, safe to say, this is a sensitive subject to you. I think what Jeff was trying to say, and what you would know if you had watched any of the live feeds from 2009 (in numerous conversations with openly gay Kevin) is that Jeff is in no way a homophobe or derogatory towards homosexuals. I think what he was trying to articulate (agreed that he did so poorly) was simply that sexual relationships (of any kind) should not be mentioned in childrens books. And I don’t think you should hold Jeff responsible for considering heterosexual relationships/marriages acceptable for mention in children’s books because it is how children are made.
I support gay marriage…as long as both girls are hot. The problem with gay men is…so many of them act gay. LOL. Act like a man, and we’d all be happier.
@Enough- There is more to me than my sexual identity and I’m sure more to you as well. Your identity is not that you are gay as my identity is not that I am married. I do not believe sexual orientation defines anyone as a person. I just don’t think its fair to vilify someone on their opinion of what content should be included in children’s books. I read many young adult books about sexuality. One of my favorite writers was Francesca Lia Block (don’t know if you’ve heard of her but good fiction books about alternative life styles sexual orientation etc. The Harry Potter series was for children initially. I don’t think Jeff’s comments were intended to hurt anyone and neither are mine.
I am offended by most of these comments saying this is a gay rant…now apologize:)
I just didn’t take this to be against any gay people!
I agree with Jeff.
I don’t think jeff is prejudice but I do think he’s ignorant. Jeff is clearly not very educated or well rounded and therefore has misconceptions about many things and this is one. He seems to be tolerant of the many differences of people but he believes the stereotypes even though it is clearly not P.C. and is prejudice, just obvious signs of uneducated and ignorance.
I’ve had dear friends who are gay, but my goodness I’m sick to death of every little comment someone makes being picked to death!! People have opinions that they have every right to have, and it doesnt mean they are ANYthing “phobic”! I am quite sure many groups of people who get all up in arms about comments made are making some great comments themselves…….only thing is, no one jumps, screams and yells when THEY do it. Everyone has a right to free speach and their opinion…….unless God forbid it’s different than that of “ram our opinion down your throat individuals!!
Do any of you know how many times in my life that I’ve been subjected to Pollack jokes? Thousands. They don’t bother me at all. People have such thin skin. All this PC crap has gotten out of hand. I do believe that some people say things just because it sounds more PC……but it’s not their true feelings deep inside. Everyone has become scared to death to voice his/her opinion. See look!! I typed his/her……that way I don’t “offend” anyone. Satisfied? Move on now please.
@ Mrs. Practical: I’m gay and married and am not defined by either. Thank goodness the world is changing.
I would suggest all you yahoos who think Jeff’s rant was nothing take five minutes, watch and listen to the feed as I just did. This was not an off-the-cuff conversation. Schroeder gets really riled up. As I straight man, I was offended by the severity of his implication. He’s borderline psychotic. He needs help. I don’t think it’s for any straight person to decide what’s offensive or not offensive for the gay community. Have enough respect to allow them to be upset. From what I just saw on this feed, Schroeder gave them more than enough provocation.
@68…I’m not saying anyone shouldn’t be upset by what he said, I’m just giving my opinion and observation of what I think is going on with jeff. What jeff said is most def wrong but I personally don’t think he’s prejudice about gay people, he’s just ignorant and uneducated. He clearly is accepting of all people but like many, believes the stereotypes and stigmas that are attached to certain groups of people. Obviously offensive and not P.C. but jeff just needs to be educated.
@11…I agree. People have different views and opinions on the Gay community. It used to upset me, but I started to realize how hypocritical the “gay patrol” was being when they would put down others for their beliefs (if those beliefs didn’t fall in line w/the gay community POV)…while all the while they are screaming for open mindedness (word? lol) and equality…well, sorry it goes both ways…and that goes for being open minded about what the Christians/other religious groups think too. I am not a Christian or affiliated w/any religious group, and I fully love and support my gay friends…I just feel that both parties and their views and feelings deserve tolerance and respect. IDK just my thoughts…I don’t agree w/blatant racism/bigotry/etc….Having said that, I am not going to jump on someone if they believe differently than me when it comes to same-sex marriage, the gay community, etc. BTW @ Italian Guy…since you want to be the PC police…you should know that throwing around the word “Retarded” is offensive to many people who have children or have family members with special needs. That is all.
@ LuvMyTSGT: Are you for real? How can the gay community POSSIBLY be accepting of Christians when most evangelicals make it their life’s mission to destroy the gay community, their families and loved ones? Just look at what happened with Prop 8 in California. Most of the financial support came from the Mormon Church. When there is such a fevered pitch movement to stop gay families from receiving the legal benefits that every person should be entitled to, yes, war has been declared and therefore there is little room for “open mindedness” in that arena.
@ ALLIE: “And I don’t think you should hold Jeff responsible for considering heterosexual relationships/marriages acceptable for mention in children’s books because it is how children are made.”
What on earth does “it is how children are made” mean?”
Everyone needs to settle down! Just because he said one thing doesn’t mean people should think he is ignorant, uneducated, or homophobic. This show is all about playing and game and watching how people interact in a closed setting. Keep the talk about gameplay and leave with some dignity.
@Bigbrofan – yes we will only talk about what you want us too…sorry. Can you also tell me what I should eat for lunch please?
The emotion that idiot puts into it, I wonder if he’s a closet gay trying to hide behind statements like that? Wouldn’t be the first.
@ FOR REAL
If it weren’t for heterosexual relationships, there wouldn’t be any children!!! Sorry, if it isn’t PC to say, but that’s the truth! There shouldn’t be sexual overtones of ANY kind in childrens books but mommy and daddy do equal baby which is why most people (Jeff included) wouldn’t flinch over the mention of a heterosexual relationship in a childrens book (i.e. The Weasley parents and their large brood) I think what he was trying to say is the children shouldn’t be exposed to issues beyond their comprehension. I think the rant was spurred by Kalia’s obvious unwillingness to say anything that would ignite controversy. It’s apparent that she is swallowing her opinion to be PC
Good grief!
@Allie – I guess you and I watched the same feed and had two very different reactions. You saw Jeff express that an educator that is gay shouldn’t be discussed in children’s literature. Am I safe in assuming that?
What I heard and saw was that Jeff clearly states that JK Rolling would make an educator in her stories gay because it would “be perverted”. In the context of the discussion that is what he said.
As a rational and clear thinking individual why would a gay educator be perverted? Unless he does not understand the meaning of the word perverted; which could in-fact be the case. The last time I checked it would be inappropriate for any teacher to talk about their sex life with children. Do you think any rational adult would do this? Or do you think that gay individual run around schools talking like they just stepped out of an episode of sex and the city? No they don’t, they go to work and they do their job…just like everyone else.
So I again ask what he could possibly mean when he says that having the headmaster of a children’s schools would be perverted? Kalia tried to ask as well and he didn’t want to say what he was thinking. He assumed she believed what he did…which is when she stated that her sister was gay. And that she didn’t understand what he was trying to communicate.
I don’t think Kalia was swallowing her pride to be PC, I think she was laughing at the guy who made such an ignorant comment. If her sister is gay, I’m sure that she is sensitive to the issue, and protective of someone she loves very much. And to have someone imply that someone who is gay shouldn’t be around children is offensive. She knows her sister isn’t some perverted monster…so why would it be a problem (which is what she asked him).
But hey that’s just my two cents.
Honeybee, you and I share the same two cents! Thank you!
@Chris: “The emotion that idiot puts into it, I wonder if he’s a closet gay trying to hide behind statements like that? Wouldn’t be the first.”
Yes, that was my thought as well, Chris. Why the nearly hysterical reaction, right? He’s hiding something. His reaction was just so out of control.
GOD…PLEASE STOP MAKING THIS SUCH A BIG DEAL MOVE ON
@ Allie: “It’s apparent that she is swallowing her opinion to be PC”
That’s quite an assumption there, Allie. I found it quite apparent from watching the encounter that Kalia took umbrage with Jeff’s injudicious comments.
There are a lot of us out here, Allie, who don’t agree with anything Jeff said, in any way, shape or form. We aren’t concealing hidden feelings of prejudice. We actually value diversity in its many forms.
I’m embarrassed for Jeff Schroeder. He’s shown himself to be an ill-bred man and a heel.
Koi, you’re welcome to move on at any time. No one is holding you hostage here. Why you would feel it necessary thrust your opinion down other people’s throats is perplexing. There’s nothing wrong with finding value in this discussion. Move on, Koi….move on.
good grief leave Jeff alone. everyone is so sensitive regarding gays. i hate that those with alternative live styles have taken the word gay as their own. it does not belong to you and i will use it anytime i choose and don’t even think about “calling me out”. jeff has a right to say what he thinks and you take it or leave it. get a life.
@chartman: Forget to take your meds?
Chartman, you’re absolutely right, Jeff has every right to say what he thinks, but with that comes repercussions; especially when you place yourself in the glass house that is Big Brother.
Now, you can throw another tantrum if you choose, and quite frankly I’m not sure at whom you are directing this bizarre ire… that doesn’t change anything, and doesn’t negate our right to call him out on his vile behavior.
I love each and everyone taking part in this discussion. There, I’m being fair to all of you whether I agree with you or not.
How can anyone take anything Jeff says seriously? He’s dating Jordon….clearly has no common sense or smarts!
Chartman AKA Mrs. Schroeder…may Jeffie come out and play now? We promise to stop bullying the bully.
It’s just WEIRD. Jeff is a victim of systematic bullying. It’s WEIRD. WEIRD.
Systematic….bullying.
It’s not authentic.
Who?
@87 Bob, I always liked, “haven’t the sense God gave a goose”
Italian guy–please email me at this address:
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I need some clarification
thanks
Shelley
Get over it. People say things all the time that other people dont like.
Lori, do us all a favor and get over yourself. Have enough respect for other people to realize something you don’t care about may have consequence for them. Ego centric yahoos such as yourself only make things more difficult. Go partake in your favorite past time, looking in the mirror.
When will people stop overgeneralizing? It only takes some select individuals to ruin it for everybody.You don’t hear people saying straight people shouldn’t work with kids. Straight people rape too probably even more then gays. The LGBT community just can’t catch a break smh funny how their suppose to be the horrible people.
You have to be the biggest moron to not think it is offensive what he said, no matter how you look at it. Whether he was saying gay people are pedophiles or that children should not be around gay people it was totally stupid. I’m glad I don’t watch this show nothing but a bunch of air head morons and hateful people.
Look this fitness
Never really saw what the big deal was about it.