‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Phil Robertson Fired Following Anti-Gay Remarks

Variety ^ | Dec. 18, 2013 | AJ Marechal

[Blue Turtle]

“Duck Dynasty” star Phil Robertson has been fired from the reality program following his controversial remarks in GQ magazine regarding homosexuality.

A+E Networks, parent company of A&E, has released the following statement to Variety:

“We are extremely disappointed to have read Phil Robertson’s comments in GQ, which are based on his own personal beliefs and are not reflected in the series Duck Dynasty. His personal views in no way reflect those of A+E Networks, who have always been strong supporters and champions of the LGBT community.”

[BunnySlippers]

The Forbes lady is clearly hoping for another Paula Deen moment. She’s upset because Walmart makes $400 mil a year on their products.

I’ve never been in or seen a Walmart, but I’m gonna buy some DD products tonight!

[Timber Rattler]

Sarah Palin weighs in...

"Free speech is an endangered species. Those “intolerants” hatin’ and taking on the Duck Dynasty patriarch for voicing his personal opinion are taking on all of us."

[HiTech RedNeck]

And you are wailing that Satan will prove so powerful.

Put a lid on it. When God goes up against that little runt, he gets walked on but good.

[Resettozero]

I have no idea what you are talking about now. You lost me. Enough.

-30-

[Salamander]

That has jumped 700 ‘likes’ in just a few minutes.

[eyedigress]

Anus & Eddie go Duck Hunting.

Hitting bookstores everywhere next week.

[defconw]

Do I? ;)

[Overtaxed]

http://watchseries.lt/serie/duck_dynasty

[eyedigress]

He did not say this on the show.

[Salamander]

http://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/2013/05/08/willie-robertson-duck-dynasty-fans-overwhelming-crowding-warehouse-daily/

http://www.forbes.com/sites/clareoconnor/2013/11/06/duck-dynastys-brand-bonanza-how-ae-and-walmart-turned-camo-into-400-million-merchandise-sales/

[Guenevere]

BTTT her quote!!!!

[Windflier]

New 5th Congressional District U.S. Rep. Vance McAllister (R-Swartz), who was supported by the Robertsons during his campaign, said Wednesday....

"It’s not my place to judge anyone. Everyone has to live by their own values."

What a disappointment. I'll bet the Robertsons are suddenly regretting ever having supported this RINO for Congress. They lent their star power to help him win his seat, and this is how he repays them.

Think I'll look up Duck Dynasty's Facebook page and post a show of support for Phil and the family. They're being stabbed in the back right now.

[Colonel_Flagg]

Well, there goes that show. I would imagine the Robertson family wouldn’t stand for that.

[BunnySlippers]

Thank you!

[444Flyer]

I feel a shopping spree coming on. Need something to match my pink camouflaged plastic Tea cup. Maybe a DD morning coffee car cup...;)

[444Flyer]

That’s the spirit!

[Errant]

Muchas gracias! Will save money for their Duck Calls and other sports products.

[stevie_d_64]

Why do you think that???

I would crawll over bigger people to tie a knot in the devils tail and kick it in the azz, just because...

I do not fear evil, or the pain they might be able to inflict upon me...Me “wailing”???

I am just stating some of the potential legal risks to the family here that can very well be argued in court...

If the family is truely God fearing, and they trust him to provide a future for them, then they have nothing to fear about losing all that they have built upon...

[444Flyer]

I absolutely love the Tournament of Roses Parade. I really don’t know the last time I missed it. But I DO know that it won’t be anywhere near my set on January 1, 2014. The jerks ruin everything.

[mrsmith]

His remarks didn’t hurt the value of what he sold to a+E (the show) so I doubt they’ll suffer at all.