Did Caitlyn Jenner Steal An ESPY Award From Amputee Veteran Athlete Noah Galloway? As news of Bruce Jenner’s transition to Caitlyn continues to make waves around the world, there hare been a wide range of responses , from supportive to not so much so… But some of the most outraged reactions appear to be over the announcement that Caitlyn will receive The Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPY’s — particularly after rumors hit Twitter that a very accomplished disabled vet had been passed over for the award: According to Snopes reports — the source of the rumors appear to be this man — who also happens to think Bruce picked a stupid name. So, what’s the real story? Did Caitlyn shimmy past Noah to the front of the line for the ESPY or nah? Via Snopes: In a statement dated 2 June 2015, ESPN executive producer Maura Mandt said of their decision to recognize Jenner with an ESPY: Bruce [Jenner] has received many accolades over the years for being one of the greatest Olympians of our time, but The ESPYS are honored to celebrate Bruce becoming Caitlyn. She has shown the courage to embrace a truth that had been hidden for years, and to embark on a journey that may not only give comfort to those facing similar circumstances, but can also help to educate people on the challenges that the transgender community faces. Jenner was quoted in the release as well, citing Arthur Ashe (the African-American tennis star for whom the ESPY Courage Award was named) as a personal hero of hers. (Incidentally, the document also stated that Jenner’s transition from Bruce to Caitlyn officially occurred on 15 March 2015): In the past few months, the overwhelming outpouring of support from all over the world for my journey has been incredible. However, being honored with this award, which is named after one of my heroes, is truly special. For the first time this July, I will be able to stand as my true self in front of my peers. However, none of the content of ESPN’s press release mentioned Noah Galloway (or Lauren Hill) by name as possible contenders for the 2015 Arthur Ashe Courage Award. The idea that Galloway was specifically passed over in favor of Jenner appeared to have stemmed from a joke made by a Twitter user (who also mocked Jenner’s choice of name). While it’s true Jenner is set to receive the ESPY award in question in July 2015, it does not appear any “runner up” was announced or bypassed in favor of Jenner. More likely is a scenario under which ESPN held their press release until Jenner had publicly revealed her new name and likeness, at which time the network (in a manner likely predetermined based on Jenner’s pending announcement) released a document containing information that was up until that day closely protected. There you have it folks. Don’t get your panties or boxer briefs in a knot. Caitlyn has been the intended winner of the Arthur Ashe all along. In the meantime you can nominate Noah Galloway for the Male Choice Athlete category of the Teen Choice awards HERE . Twitter/Vanity Fair/Men’s Health
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Rumor Control: Was This Double Amputee Army Veteran Passed Over For ESPY Award For Courage In Favor Of Caitlin Jenner???
