Michael Strahan’s ‘Child Drag Queen’ Interview Resurfaces, Shocking Fans Amid National Anthem Controversy

Michael Strahan Faces Backlash Over ‘Child Drag Queen’ Interview as Old Clips Resurface

Michael Strahan is once again caught in a storm of controversy, this time due to a resurfaced interview from 2018 that has reignited anger among fans. The former NFL star conducted a segment on Good Morning America featuring Desmond Napoles, widely known as “Desmond Is Amazing,” a child drag performer who began his journey in drag at the tender age of eight. The clip has resurfaced in light of Strahan’s recent national anthem-related drama.

During the interview, young Desmond, then just 11 years old, made a memorable entrance to Cher’s Strong Enough, fully decked out in a flamboyant dress, high heels, and a striking blond wig, eliciting applause from some audience members. However, the reaction on social media has been anything but supportive.

Critics are voicing their outrage, with one individual stating, “Michael Strahan can’t show respect to his country or the military men and women around him but is fine encouraging child drag queens. It’s sickening.” Another user lamented, “This is a filthy degeneration of society,” while others called for Strahan to be fired due to what they describe as disgraceful behavior.

Despite the backlash, Strahan remains a prominent figure on Good Morning America and has not faced any immediate repercussions. The criticism is compounded by recent incidents concerning Strahan’s actions during the national anthem prior to Veterans Day, where he chose not to place his hand over his heart, drawing considerable ire from commentators and fans alike.

Newsmax commentator Todd Starnes specifically condemned Strahan, labeling his behavior as disrespectful to the military personnel surrounding him, stating, “Strahan’s actions were not just repugnant but downright cowardly.”

In response to the uproar, Strahan took to Instagram to honor his father, a military veteran, expressing gratitude to all service members for their selfless dedication. When confronted by media inquiries regarding the controversy, he addressed the situation publicly, reflecting on his response during the national anthem. Strahan clarified that he was momentarily distracted by the presence of Navy SEALs before he realized he hadn’t placed his hand over his heart, leading him to feel it was too late to correct himself.

Strahan, who described his upbringing on a military base, emphasized that accusations of him being unpatriotic are unfounded. He concluded by asserting that the situation at hand had escalated to a point where he felt compelled to protect his family and home.

In the aftermath, Strahan continues to navigate the turbulent waters of public opinion as he balances his career and personal beliefs.