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Watch: Adam Rippon and Reese Witherspoon fangirl over meeting each other
the pair started their mutual admiration on Twitter
Adam Rippon and Reese Witherspoon fulfilled their fangirl dreams when they met on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” on Wednesday.
Witherspoon was the first to proclaim her admiration for the Olympic figure skater during the Winter Olympics.
“Reason #1 to Watch #WinterOlympics2018 : ADAM RIPPON @Adaripp,” Witherspoon tweeted.
Reason #1 to Watch #WinterOlympics2018 :
ADAM RIPPON @Adaripp— Reese Witherspoon (@RWitherspoon) February 7, 2018
Rippon responded by tweeting, “WHEN YOURE RIGHT, YOURE RIGHT, @RWitherspoon Also!! Quick movie idea for you: You (played by you) tweet me in the middle of the night at the Olympics and I (played by me) die immediately. Thoughts?”
WHEN YOURE RIGHT, YOURE RIGHT, @RWitherspoon ❤️❤️❤️ Also!! Quick movie idea for you: You (played by you) tweet me in the middle of the night at the Olympics and I (played by me) die immediately. Thoughts? https://t.co/2p9b11QxEl
— Adam Rippon (@Adaripp) February 8, 2018
The figure skater and actress finally were able to meet in person courtesy of Colbert.
“This is meant to be, this is the relationship the world’s been waiting for,” Witherspoon says.
Colbert asks for them to give their first impressions of each other and Witherspoon packs on the flattery.
“You smell really good,” Witherspoon says. “You’re more handsome in person than on the ice.”
Rippon skips the question and shares just why this meeting is so important to him.
“I really needed this today because before I got here today my life was in shambles,” Rippon replied. “I was getting dressed because I wanted to look my best for you, and I lost a button.”
Watch below.
Out & About
Blade Summer Kickoff Party returns to Rehoboth
Politicians slated to speak at annual Blue Moon party
The Washington Blade’s 17th annual Summer Kickoff Party returns Friday, May 17, 5-7 p.m. at the Blue Moon (35 Baltimore Ave.) in Rehoboth Beach, Del.
It’s an exciting election year in Delaware, which is poised to elect its first Black woman senator (Lisa Blunt Rochester) and the nation’s first transgender member of Congress (Sarah McBride).
McBride is scheduled to speak at the party along with several politicos from the area. With the retirement of longtime state Rep. Peter C. Schwartzkopf, a staunch LGBTQ ally, three strong contenders are running to replace him. All three — Marty Rendon, Kathy McGuiness, and Claire Snyder-Hall — are slated to speak at the party. A representative from Blunt Rochester’s campaign is scheduled to speak, along with Kim Leisey, the new executive director of CAMP Rehoboth.
Tax-deductible tickets are $20 and available on Eventbrite or via the Blade’s Facebook page. The party is sponsored by Justin Noble of Sotheby’s, The Avenue Inn & Spa, and Blue Moon.
Andy Cohen, executive producer of “The Real Housewives” franchise and host of “Watch What Happens Live,” will return to Sixth & I on Wednesday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m.
This event will be his fifth appearance at the venue to celebrate the paperback release of his New York Times bestselling memoir, “The Daddy Diaries,” talk about the latest Housewives happenings, and answer audience questions about everyone’s favorite Bravolebrities.
Cohen will be in conversation with Rep. Robert Garcia, who represents California and is the first LGBTQ immigrant to win a congressional seat. Rep. Garcia has also been known to quote from “The Real Housewives” in congressional hearings.
Tickets start at $12 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
“Herses- Purse Frist Extravaganza” will be on Friday, May 3 at 9 p.m. at 1835 14th St. N.W. This will be an evening of dancing and performances, hosted by HAUS of Bambi Award-winning Performance Artist, BUMPER. Refreshments are also available for purchase.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.