Who: Two-time Olympian, Johnny Weir, and Chicago Gay Men's Chorus
What: It's about Pride + Joy at this June and Macy's is celebrating with its first ever walk in Chicago's Gay Pride Parade and in-store events.
Enjoy a musical lunch hour starting at 12noon presented by the talented Chicago Gay Men's Chorus and one of the most compelling duos in cabaret today, Beckie Menzie and Tom Michael. The celebration continues after work. Starting at 5:30PM, enjoy complimentary cocktails from D.S. Tequila, Co. and savory hors d'oeuvres! Then, check out a fashion presentation hosted by two-time Olympic figure skater and fashion icon on ice, Johnny Weir! With any $100 Men's purchase during the event, receive a copy of Johnny's autobiography, Welcome to My World, which he will autograph for you! Representatives from Center on Halsted, will be on hand to accept donations to support the valuable resources, services and experiences the organization provides.
When: Wednesday, June 22nd
12noon — Chicago Gay Men's Chorus Performance
5:30PM — Pride Celebration Cocktail Event with Johnny Weir
Where: Macy's on State Street
111 N. State St.
Chicago, IL 60602
About Johnny Weir:
At the age of 26, Johnny Weir — a three-time US champion, two-time Olympian, and World medalist — is one of the superstars of figure skating and an emerging pop-culture icon. Fans all over the globe love his elegant yet edgy style both on and off the ice, and the delicious unpredictability of what he'll say — or wear, or do — next. Born July 2, 1984, in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, Johnny did not start skating until the relatively late age of 12, when he taught himself how to skate on the frozen Amish-country cornfields behind his home. Just four years later, he won the gold medal at the 2001 World Junior Championships. Remarkably, Johnny claimed his first senior US national championship in 2004, and successfully defended his title in 2005. In 2006, Johnny captured his third consecutive national championship, earning a spot on the US Olympic team. At his very first Olympic Games in Torino, Italy, Johnny placed an impressive second in the short program, and finished fifth overall. Johnny evolved as a media darling during the Games, and was described by many journalists as "the best quote at the Olympics." In 2010, Johnny made the US Olympic team for the second time and represented his country in the Olympic Games in Vancouver, once again capturing the hearts of millions.
Post-Olympics, Johnny has put his fame to good use, balancing performances in skating shows around the world with appearances at various benefits and charity events across the US. He is the star of his own reality series, Be Good Johnny Weir, on the Sundance Channel, for which he won the 2010 NewNowNext Award for Most Addictive Reality Star. Most recently, he was honored by the Human Rights Campaign-Seattle with the HRC Visibility Award. In his introduction of Johnny, HRC spokesman Dr. Marty Lieberman explained that the award is given to "individuals who are living open and honest lives. Well, Johnny is doing much more than that. He is a force of nature, with all of his fabulousness swirling around him like the eye of a storm. … Johnny has given courage to all the little boys and girls out there who want to pursue [ their ] dreams … [ T ] hank you, Johnny Weir, for making the world a more welcoming place, and for your brave determination to be who you are."
