Romantic Friendships

oprah, and her "best friend" gail, have recently denied reports that they are gay, and engaged in a sexual/romantic friendship. for years people have speculated about the nature of this "friendship," and perhaps that's why they chose to make a public statement setting the record straight. literally. both have identified as heterosexual, acknowledged the strength of their bond, which oprah, in so many words, said was so special and unique that it was difficult to describe in existing terms. perhaps, but it's so much more fun to think of these two as closeted gay lovers.

my theory on this one is that these two chicks are engaged in an old school romantic friendship - one that wouldn't be out of place in the 19th century. this means everything that traditionally exists between two lovers exists for them except for the sex. yes, gail and oprah, romantic friends. i wish they would own their queerness. just think, if oprah came out, queerness would instantly be acceptable because oprah is, as we all know, queen of the universe.

oprah and gail, living the the deepest of the deep closets.

jb