Michael Phelps Marijuana Bong Smoking Photo: “I’m Sorry”
Sports star Michael Phelps has apologized for his “regrettable” behavior and “bad judgment” after a photo depicting the history-making Olympian using a bong, which is frequently used to smoke marijuana, was published in a British tabloid over the weekend.
In a statement released to The Associated Press on Sunday, the swimmer, who won a record eight gold medals at the Beijing Games last Summer, acknowledged the authenticity of the exclusive picture published in Britain’s News of the World late Saturday.
“You could tell Michael had smoked before. He grabbed the bong and a lighter and knew exactly what to do,” a source told the tab.
“He looked just as natural with a bong in his hands as he does swimming in the pool. He was the gold medal winner of bong hits. Michael ended up getting a little paranoid, though, because before too long he looked like he was nervous and ran out of the place.”
Phelps says: “I engaged in behavior which was regrettable and demonstrated bad judgment. I’m 23 years old and despite the successes I’ve had in the pool, I acted in a youthful and inappropriate way, not in a manner people have come to expect from me. For this, I am sorry. I promise my fans and the public it will not happen again.”
Written by Castina on February 1st, 2009 | Tagged as: Michael Phelps,Sports Celebs
On February 1st 2009, Nekko wrote:
As someone who has experience and knowledge in the area of cannabis, I would like to point out that he is hitting that bong like a champ. A regular lap around the bowl. Michael, please do the world a favor and do not apologize for smoking grass, it is apparent that the activity is nothing new to you. Instead, you should admit that safe and responsible use of marijuana should be tolerated, and that the entire issue is a social health problem, not a criminal problem. Be a voice for the people and send a clear message to our new leader, we want change.
On February 1st 2009, doodhead wrote:
What satisfaction do you get by complicating the life of someone over such a minor thing…source is an ass hole
On February 1st 2009, Erik Watson wrote:
my fuckin boy, rip the fuck out of that bong,
just an overall legend. phelps ma boy hit me up when you come to canada we will have a fatty sesh without the legal worries.
On February 1st 2009, Kbomb wrote:
Well, I guess winners do do drugs =)
On February 2nd 2009, Rick wrote:
WHO CARES!!!
Our country puts way too much emphasis on what others do behind closed doors. We all need to be reminded that we all make what others may consider as poor choices at some times in our lives, but that doesn’t mean that they are poor choices. He is doing the same thing that most people his age do and it is nothing more than a way of unwinding after a hectic schedule. Some choose to drink, others choose to smoke marijuana to relax. The reality is that nobody was hurt or injured in any way as a result of this. It’s time for everyone relax and mind their own business.
On February 2nd 2009, mikey b wrote:
Thats a sick ass bong!! Dont stop smoking pot! blaze up. oboma smoked pot why cant you!! the presdent is the shit for that and now because of you, you have inspired pot heads around the world to go do athletic things because your a pot head i can tell and you won in the olympics, theres nothing bad about pot at all, so blaze it!
On February 2nd 2009, Jennifer wrote:
Dude, totally agree read below….
On February 2nd 2009, Dr K wrote:
What any one does is her or her business. That Phelps smoked marijuana does not take away the fact that he's an unbeatable record holder. I think the people who criticise him should mind their own f' ing business.
On February 2nd 2009, Chris wrote:
Mr. Phelps has no reason to be ashamed. Any unbiased look at the history of the matter will reveal that racism and classism had more to do with marijauna having been made illegal in the first place, than any actual evil inherent in this plant that God gave us to use. The time is long past to end the war on people who use drugs not approved by the Pharmaceutical oligargy. Toke on whenever you responsibly can! Weed is no worse than alchohol or tobacco. Let's increase tax revenue by normalizing the regulation of this crop now!
On February 2nd 2009, Adam wrote:
Worthless stoner. What a looser! Is this the person we want our children looking up too? You're nothing more then a bad joke, Mr Phelps!
On February 2nd 2009, Scott Thornton wrote:
i cant believe adam's statement on feb 2nd calling him a "worthless stoner" and a "looser" (?*LOSER*?) if baseball isnt suffering more for all the performance enhancers, then how is he being ridiculed at all for smokin pot? i mean its sposed to slow u down rite? well hes pretty fit and quick in the water playas…..
On February 2nd 2009, CFG wrote:
That a boy mikey..thats just part of the workout..its a lung capacity drill….now that the secert to all the golds
On February 2nd 2009, RC wrote:
If anybody should say sorry, it's the ass-wipe who turned him in. I bet that fucker used the bong just like a pro as well. The only reason anyone is upset is because Phelps was caught doing something ordinary. Better a picture of him with a bong than fucking steroids or a heroine needle.
On February 2nd 2009, Bobby wrote:
the source is a dick, keep ripping it
On February 2nd 2009, galtoker wrote:
legalize weed!!!!!!!!!!! It's much better than alcohol.
On February 2nd 2009, Paul Hammond wrote:
Americans need to "come out of the closet" regarding such harmless social drug use. NO ONE in the 5,000 plus year history of pot smoking has ever died (compare that to the health problems associated with alcohol & tobacco) and there are many legitimate health benefits with marijuana.
In the typical climate of repression in the U.S. I can understand Phelp's apology to his fans & 'corporate' sponsors…but wish he had been a little bolder and criticized the stupid "War on Drugs" that is a big factor in the many financial & social problems plaguing our country today. 'Toke on', Michael; you deserve to relax & enjoy the peaceful and pleasant high with the rest of us 'heads'!
Ex-pat in Thailand
On February 2nd 2009, Doug P wrote:
I completely agree that marijuana should be legalized. I smoked all through college and my grades were better than when I was straight in high school. I'm not trying to make the correlation that it improves cognition, but what I am trying to say it that it didn't hurt my ability to think or express myself.
If we are truly a democratic society, why not put it to a vote?
On February 2nd 2009, P-dizz wrote:
I think phelps has the right to do pot. Just like Scott said, pot slows you down yet he still won eight gold medals at the olympics! He has the right to do what he wants with his own time. But I do thing he made the right decision to appologise because he has a lot of fans who don't understand that it is harmless and parents who don't want their kids lightin up. I don't thing michael should have to bother himself with the war-on-drugs, however harmless it is not a positive image to portray in most eyes. Phelps will lose a ton of his fan base if he starts influencing others to smoke or even ligalize marajuana. It is his choice and I thing he handled the situation well. Good job Michael Phelps and screw you "source", you just couldn't let things be could you?
On February 2nd 2009, L.J. Williamson wrote:
There's a great editorial on Michael Phelps pot bust and how it relates to parenting at
http://tinyurl.com/bs79sh
On February 2nd 2009, Cindy R wrote:
As Paul Hammond wrote, there isn't such a harm to smoking marijuana as there has been with cigarettes and alcohol. What is it about the latter that makes it acceptable? I haven't heard of someone getting in a bad accident because he was high (very rare) and I don't hear much about people dying for marijuana-related purposes. In fact, marijuana IS beneficial. Why else would they use it for medical purposes? It's relaxing, it heals some pain.
I wouldn't acknowledge that he support the use of marijuana, simply because there are many young people that look up to him. But whoever this source is… wtf do you care? What do you get out of this… You jealous?
On February 2nd 2009, meeee wrote:
i think michael can do what he wants with his time.. hes doing things people his age do as people have stated. But nevertheless he is a role model, and rolemodel behaviour does not include smoking weed or anything like it .. drinking, smoking tobabco.
i dont have a problem with pot and have smoked myself. but i feel an apology was needed in this situation as michael is a role model to so many young people. i know i wouldnt want my kids smoking pot even though id vote yes for legalisation of pot… not for kids.. the majority influenced by role models.
the source is a dick and a sellout. i can imagine him telling the police his best mates name to get himself cleared of some charge.. probs smoked himself aswell the loser
also michael is an athlete and the question of whether he is making the right decsions by smokin weed, considering is health and career.
keep smokin n tokin. but be responsible. :) peace
On February 3rd 2009, Scott Thornton wrote:
….he definitely deserves another gold medal for rippin that bong so well haha…..
On February 3rd 2009, Bubbles wrote:
Why cant people just do what they want! he didnt kill anyone or hurt anyone… whats the big fucking deal? everyone smokes pot!
let people make their own damn decisions! Unless they are going to kill or harm someone… what the hell does it matter?!
On February 3rd 2009, Bubbles wrote:
we should all get together and get marijuana legalized!!! Ready? GO!!!
On February 3rd 2009, Devin Kalt wrote:
O fuck ya mikey. this picture is going on my heroes section on my myspace. Forever and ever im your number one fan!!!!!!!!!!!
On February 3rd 2009, Steve wrote:
Should all his medals be stripped? I say yes even though i think he is still one heck of an athlete. He is great but without Marijuana I think he would only have half of those medals. Marijuana is know to give bigger deeper and longer breathes of air after smoking it. People such as Lance Armstrong, Ricky Williams, and Randy Moss all who smoke pot as well. These people are all in the athletic department. If for any chance weed could hurt your career these people would not do such a thing, but instead it does the opposite. It really does boost a career, maybe not in sports like Baseball where bigger and deeper breathes are not needed as much. Thanks and peace out
On February 3rd 2009, K. Harris wrote:
Mr. Phelps I hope that the SC Sheriff will press charges you have committed a crime just as anyone else would be arrested and fined you should be to.
On February 3rd 2009, ruth wrote:
Leave the guy alone he has done nothing wrong and has hurt no one… coming from a former pot smoker theres nothing wrong with it if you do it once in a while and if he is responsible about his actions then who cares. People need to worry about there own life and THEIR OWN problems.
On February 3rd 2009, anonymous wrote:
i agree with ruth but i think that michael phelps has the right to apologize because he has a lot of kids looking up to him so what will they think if they know he has smoked marijuana? parents wouldnt want their kids lighting up.
On February 3rd 2009, casey wrote:
they CAN'T arrest him.
an admission of guilt and that photo are not enough for the police department to press charges.
some of you people are STUPID!
On February 4th 2009, RD wrote:
Thats what parties are for. Get that shit Mike! AND YES WINNERS DO DO DRUGS!
p.s. i still hate michigan
On February 4th 2009, charles wrote:
LEGALIZE IT BOYY!!
On February 4th 2009, coffee wrote:
the sad thing about this Phelps “scandal” is that British tabloid could care less about whether or not it’s wrong that Phelps smoking pot a year ago… they’re just shooing for ratings, and unfortunately it worked
On February 4th 2009, Paul Hakel wrote:
He shouldn't apologize. Why does everyone apologize? Why doesn't he say, "I smoked because I wanted to, because it's my human right."
On February 4th 2009, Alex wrote:
He smokes from a bong and wins gold medals? This guy is amazing! His lungs must be made of iron.
On February 4th 2009, Joe wrote:
Mr. Phelps should at least leave the pool before getting ripped
http://archiemanningsbastards.blogspot.com/2009/0…
On February 4th 2009, Cassie wrote:
All I know is, he's probably pissed at everyone that was at that house last night. ha. I know I would be.
On February 5th 2009, giacomo wrote:
well done maaaan…u smoke like a pimp!!!!eheh
On February 6th 2009, Bobby Prentice wrote:
Give that bong another rip man! 9 gold medals in my eyes man. We should legalize marijuana as it is a very postive thing. If this is truly a democratic country lets put it to a vote. I'd much rather be a stoner than an alcoholic or be addicted to tobacco. And what is this garbage about it being a performance enhancer? If anything it will make you slow the hell down. It is a harmless drug that i think everyone should use. Let the man smoke his weed in peace, Keep burning mike, don't let the media tell you how to live bro!
On February 6th 2009, Tyler R. wrote:
HaHa…
Everyone should smoke weed as shown here by Mr. Phelps. What makes pot illegal? That is the question. Is it the over stimulated profit people make? Is it the THC? No. Its the publicity. It gets recognition and then frowned upon, due to the description peolpe give it.
Smoke Smoke Smoke. Thats all there is.
Try it, and youll see.
On February 6th 2009, dees shaw wrote:
Marijuana isn't that bad!
On February 6th 2009, Asger wrote:
Brilliant situation. A true winner did it, but apol. and thereby doesn't motivate anybody to just smoke and think it wont affect them. It does if your dumb and can't handle it and misuse it on a daily basis. But not if you're smart and use it every now and then to your own advantage.
On February 7th 2009, Colorado Boy wrote:
What a huge collection of ass bags. I can hear the worthless surfer tone in all of these statements.
Dude, it's just weed. Come on man, Obama did it so whats wrong with it.
It's like Jeff Spicoli, " Come on Mr. Hand, whats wrong with a little dope on OUR time?"
If you're going to be anything worthwhile and you smoke dope, be prepared to lose it all over your stupid decisions.
If you're gonna play, be prepared to pay. Smoke your weed but know that you could lose it all over it. It's your decision, just don't whine like those posting on this page.
On February 7th 2009, Sarah wrote:
If you checked the background of every athlete, I am sure you would find some dirt on each and everyone. Michael is a target because of his 8 gold medals. We as a society, just cannot let someone with a talent like his enjoy it without destroying him in the process. Get over it….it is just pot!! he didn't commit murder or molestation.
You bunch of freaks.
On February 7th 2009, gogettergreg wrote:
Really? Really!!? I mean there really is little reason to keep the ban on weed active. If it is legalized it can be controlled and taxed, preventing "unfit" usage weeding out dealers. This benefits the economy greatly. The number one cash crop in Washington State is weed, it it were legalized think of the income! Also, there are no recorded deaths in history, as opposed to other drugs. Alcohol and cigarettes kill vast amounts of people, yet they are legal. Also, if I were to list the "great" athletes of the past who used drugs, were alcoholics, or messed around, it would be longer that I would care to imagine. He is human, he is pressured, society should stop making him make decisions based on what they think is the social norm. Get over yourselves housewives and parents of America. Please.
On February 7th 2009, mac wrote:
who cares if he smokes weed. clearly its not affecting his swimming ability. he is a role model for little kids but they will find out eventually that many people smoke dope. everyone does it once in a while
On February 7th 2009, KGB in ur face wrote:
Weed is bad for you just like any other drug (cigarettes, alcholol, exstasy, PCP, magic mushrooms, Ice, etc…).
Just because cigarettes and alcohol are legal doesn't mean they are good for you. Let's legalize a dangerous drug just because it's less lethal than cigarettes or alcohol. Just because a large percentage of teenagers and young adults smoke weed, that doesn't mean that it's right or good for you.
People who smoke pot to deal with pressures of everyday life are stupid. People should deal with their problems by talking about it, not smokin it up.
Weed does have medicinal purposes in very low moderations but include many unwanted side-effects. And how does having medicinal purposes make it any safer. Over the counter drugs and prescription drugs all have medicinal purposes, does it make it safe for you. Can 10 advils kill you, YES. Can 10 apples kill you, NO (you would probably feel full).
Any hippy here who thinks that weed is "good" for you because it comes out the earth is a retard. Sulfur, poison ivy, cyanide, uranium, radium, Hydro Carbons, and countless poisonous plants and dangerous elements and compounds found naturally on earth should be ingested or smoked or sucked up your nose or something.
On February 8th 2009, phelpsphan wrote:
You don't have anything to be ashamed, we need a voice like you to tell the world is ok to smoke in a responsable way, I mean instead of f**in with phelps because of the hits at the bong , they should be on their way to Greece to build a statue to the greatest olympian EVER!
Smoke it my boy, you lead, we will follow, get out of the closest and legalize it!!! you have the chance to be TWICE in the world books my boy right now.
Hes the greates, quit f ing with him
On February 8th 2009, mitchisan wrote:
I never smoke marijuana, so I don't know if it's good or bad. all I hear that marijuana is an illegal drugs.
Micheal say sorry, most probably because nobody sided on him that time. or maybe surrounded by people who pressure him saying he is wrong or something.
But since he say sorry, I don't think he needs to be urrested. it's not like he killed anyone. I smell betrayal here, maybe the one who sell marijuana to him turns him in. since he won so many gold medals, maybe his rivals will be happy to see him go down or something.
On February 8th 2009, Dave wrote:
Can you imagine the rip that water horse can take? Somebody give him a duel chambered 4 footer, and let those lungs expand the way God made em able to. Though young, this man has accomplished more than most could dream, and simultaneously given hope to many more. Let not the narrow minded guide our path, lest our path become narrow. Hold true to your decisions Mike, the respect you've earned from millions is not worth sacrificing for by "saving face" for money and endorsements. We've still got your back, and this from an avid non… "user". I'm outty bro.
On February 8th 2009, Ganja Farmer wrote:
hahah that just shows that you can smoke dope and still be an amazing athlete…people think that because someone smokes green that they are going to be lazy and unable to exceed in physical activities….bunch of bullshit…phelps is the man.
On February 8th 2009, tiffany wrote:
come on people get over it…all he did was smoke weed..he is a great swimmer and its not like he was doing steroids…i think this has been blown out of proportion..you really should be worrying about what your kids are out doing….
On February 8th 2009, Jo MAMA wrote:
LEGALIZE IT, TAX IT AND USE THE MONEY TO STIMULATE OUR SHITTY ECONOMY!!!!!!!!
On February 8th 2009, Michael Christian wrote:
Well I'm sure he is saying I'm so sorry for now for the money , who wouldn't ! But put that aside because in his head he like us is thinking as soon as this crazy dumb ass shit is over I'm getting stoned again with my friends ( excluding one) . So why is America having all these problems ? It's because good honest people can't say it the way it is !!! Good people like to get High before they liked to drink alcohol ! I guess the USA is making more money on weed by keeping it ileagle ? Did you think it might have more to do with money than the facts on safety ! We all know it's safe it's not like peanut butter for Gods sake!!!
On February 9th 2009, Jennifer wrote:
No matter how harmful or harmless people thing marijuana may be–the fact is it is ILLEGAL except for medicinal or ceremonial use. Michael Phelps broke the law and should face the consequences. As a public figure that people look up to, he should know that his life–including how he spends his free time–is under scrutiny. His actions show a lack of discipline.
On February 9th 2009, Ms Six wrote:
this whole incident just made me like michael phelps ten times better. except for the fact that he appologized.
On February 9th 2009, annonymous wrote:
He's a HUMAN BEING. He has ONE life just like everyone else. Yeah he smoked a NATURAL PLANT, so what? If its such a bad drug, why does he have so many gold medals? LEGALIZE
On February 9th 2009, GCorreales wrote:
Would you rather have a olympic gold medalist getting a DUI or harmlessly lighting up a bong
Seriously America, lighten up.
On February 10th 2009, william beers wrote:
Who fucking gives a shit!!!!!!!!!Really if it fucking helps bring home the gold for the USA then fuck it let him smoke weed! Weed is not adicking like they say it is! Go phelps i supportyou 100%. Bring us the gold and i may be 15 but i know alot about the shit!You people who critizie him you all need to fucking calm the fuck so what he took a hit off a bong!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11111
On February 10th 2009, J.M. wrote:
Its ridiculous that this is such a big issue. He didnt hurt anyone. Yet when he got caught drinking and driving under age, it was ok and brushed off. He could have killed someone then. This is all b/c of prohibition. Its pathetic that he apologized and I bet he still smokes. SO WHAT. Its not a mistake. Many successful and collegiate individuals smoke cannabis. The information that the govt, tobacco, and pharmaceutical industries want you to think is all propaganda. For those of you who speak negatively about cannabis. Please speak the reasons that aren't supported from the resources above. KNOW THE TRUE FACTS! Don't degrade a topic which you know little or are misinformed about.
On February 10th 2009, R wrote:
I WOULD BUY THAT PIPE OFF OF EBAY IMMEDIATELY!
IT'S BEING SMOKED BY THE SEXIEST GUY EVER!
On February 10th 2009, Brandon H. wrote:
I guess that's why he can swim so fast. hahahaha
On February 10th 2009, O'Malley wrote:
typical American BS at its worst, if Michael Phelps was caught masturbating everyone would act like they don't do it
On February 11th 2009, MT wrote:
Doesn't he have ADHD? Maybe the weed helps him against it? People should let it go, it's not even a big deal. His training is harder than some people trying at life. Let him have some fun man.
On February 11th 2009, Brandon Danahey wrote:
WHO CARES, It is really no ones business what he does behind closed doors. It"s not like his actions are hurting anybody or are ever going too.
On February 11th 2009, Aliaksandr Isakau wrote:
Yeah Pot is a very potent and it's an illegal substance in US. Many things been said and many opinions exist about legalizing it
or not?
As of right now its still an open, undecided question. And while many waiting for resolution, you can either do what your stars(
Nicole, Paris, Linsey, Britney, Brad, Phelps) do and ignore the law or you can try smoking something legal, or quit.
For those of you still seeking for new spiritual experiences I would recommend a Legal Herbal Smoking of such herbs as Salvia,
Kanna, Wild Dagga, etc;)
More info on topic here: http://www.down-the-pipe.com/pages.php?pageid=2
You can also find there everything youll need to start smoking legal herbs and mixtures, pipes, bongs, and accessories;)
Hope this will help;)
On February 11th 2009, jai wrote:
its just something he did to relax. big deal!
seriously, how many of us are sin free these days? No one. Just because its a famous person its become a big deal. Get over it people. he's a great in his field, let him be that way.
On February 11th 2009, chris wrote:
people need to stop tripping! the guy has won what, 14 olympic gold medals? dont you think the guy has earned the right to a couple bong hits without people freaking out?
On February 12th 2009, bree wrote:
ok so ive never done drugs or anything and i dont agree with them but what michael phelps does is really his own buisness. yes ive lost a lot of respect for him from this. but i truly do not believe he was "a gold medal winner of bong hits". he is not a pot head. if he was they would have found it when he got all of the drug tests and it would have effected his career. NO ONE can be that amazing at anything if they are a druggie. there is no way he does that all of the time. maybe its like his social thing. like once a year or something he will go to a party and take a couple bong hits. whatever. it really doesnt matter. i think he learned his lesson anyway.
On February 12th 2009, K wrote:
Michael I feel bad for you…you have Nothing to aplogize for. You are intelligent, successful, hard-working…. and the list goes on. Shame on anyone who thinks they have the right to judge you, condem you or put their nose in your business. (the only person who has done anything wrong is the person who took the photo, what an ass…) So smoking pot is 'illegal' whoop-dee-doo. (lets compare that to say…. robbery, murder…) There are 2 kinds of 'illegal'… there is smoking pot (behind closed doors) 'illegal' And then there is 'what truely is illegal'…this kind of illlegal is what hurts others and deserve 'punishment'.
…. so unless you used that bong to hit someone over the head, I'd say what ever you did is no one elses business. Has anyone started boycotting Kelloggs? That would surely make a statement.
BTW I'm old enough to be your mother. I have 2 high school boys, honors classes, honor students. They know my views about this and they know I support you. You are a winner and true champ… you always will be! Hang in there Michael.
On February 12th 2009, yoyoyo wrote:
this just shows you that marijuana isnt even bad for you
On February 13th 2009, tristen wrote:
he didnt do any thing wrong im shore that every one has smoked befor
On February 13th 2009, tristen wrote:
i look up to him as a swimer but as a person im sorry but u are worthless u were my idol but now not really
On February 13th 2009, kelly wrote:
i think michael is an incredible athlete but extreamly stupid ! thats not a lil. mistake, that is a HUGE mistake ! he needs 2 get it together!
On February 13th 2009, Votes wrote:
Let votes if he should be prosecuted.
On February 14th 2009, tuffles wrote:
be a leader for all of us around the world!
we need a voice out in this country in order
to not only legalize but show that marijuana does not create downfalls life. phelps you're a fucking champion, don't let shit like this bring you down.
On February 15th 2009, Lee wrote:
I still BELIEVE in you Phelps…i just wish you could have done something we americans could have been proud of…I still believe it you…!
On February 16th 2009, Jenna wrote:
michael phelps is a good man.he made a mistake,so what!?
leave him alone.
he apologized and he is truely sorry.
plus its not like other people have tried drugs before!he is a person like everyone else in this world.
On February 16th 2009, tara* wrote:
wtf!!!!!???? so what! EVERY1 ova da age of 16 has done marijuana! BIG DEAL! gosh! DUDE! but its whateverrr. . . . .
On February 17th 2009, Jeremy wrote:
K Harris, you're a dumbass
On February 18th 2009, jacob wrote:
A big devistation for him. You know he should be a good role model for the kids and adults out there because some of us are supporting him, and he just starts drinking and being so stupiD. Its a really BIG dissapointment
On February 19th 2009, Bob Marley wrote:
I think the tabloids should reveal who this selfish, greedy, back stabing "prick" was who took and sold the picture of Phelps smoking pot.
There should be a price this person has to pay for his greed, and the troubles he has caused M.P.
Michael has already accepted responsibility for his actions, yet this greedy coward remains underground like Osama Bin Laden.
Let's expose this dirty mole………
On February 25th 2009, Telya wrote:
To answer cindy r's question for the infamous source, "what did u get out of this?,r u jelous ?" I believe, yes the rat was jealous ! Who wouldn't be of an incredible athlete, a star! There are just different ways to handle that emotion… Maybe it could be admiration or envy and could be used as motivation for self sucess? Instead this ass decided to be vicious,vendictive. Sabotage his career out of jealousy. But folks my biggest thought as to the rats motivation was $$$$$$$! I wish I could find out the exact amount he was paid for the photo, but let's just know that it was an amount worth loosing a friend over! What the source did was sick, u need to work on your inner self!
On March 29th 2009, christina kolkmann wrote:
i used to be a nut over michael. he was a role to swimmers, to everyone. i am a swimmer and my fav stroke is butterfly just like michael. he showed me that nothing is impossible and follow your dreams.my goal is to get into the olympics and someday race with amazing althlete. his action just shows that he is a role modle to drug dealers and huminty is based on the actions and mistakes we make,therefore we must learn from them. i still beleive in u michael rock on !!!
christina kolkmann age 11
On April 17th 2009, Minnie wrote:
"On February 2nd 2009, Adam wrote:
Worthless stoner. What a looser! Is this the person we want our children looking up too? You’re nothing more then a bad joke, Mr Phelps!"
-_- what the fuckety fuck -_- people like this just make me want to pop a cap in theyre asses :) worthless stoner? XD great vocabulary granny :) what the fuck does this have to do with your children? XD if your children turn out as gay as you are god help them! imagine how bad he feels now because of dick faces like you ^o) crisse what he does on his own fucken free time is his god damn life people LEAVE HIM THE FUCK ALONE!
there aint nothing wrong with smokin some doobies to help you relax or to have fun ok christ hes and adult its up to him to make choices in life and it wont effect you whatsoever those choices are HIS and HIS only :D
On April 17th 2009, Mikaela wrote:
this just goes to show if michael phelps can take a hit from the bong and still be the champion he is today, that weed must not be that bad! :)
On April 17th 2009, Minnie :) wrote:
"On February 7th 2009, KGB in ur face wrote:
Weed is bad for you just like any other drug (cigarettes, alcholol, exstasy, PCP, magic mushrooms, Ice, etc…).
Just because cigarettes and alcohol……" …….-_- YOU are the disappointment here man x) shit i agree drugs are bad….(whatever do them anyway xD) but weed aint no mothafucken drug its a HERB :D drug no herb damn right ;) ……. PLUS: you check every single comment on this page and see how many people think its good or ok that he smokes weed and then check the people who think it was bad…..we'll have to see who wins that one babe ;)
On May 17th 2009, Marcus wrote:
You can see why this shit is bad just by reading these stupid comments. When idiots see a brilliant athlete like Phelps does drugs, they assume that this means the drug has NO detrimental effects whatsoever and the even stupider amungst you have even come to the conclusion it must be liek sum majiic performance inhanser!! =0
Morons. And if grown adults come out with this crap, what must kids who idolise Phelps think? Not nice to think about it, but this single picture has already turned hundreds of Phelps' teenage or preteen fans to drugs because they now associate them with cool things because of him.
And it's not like this is a one off mistake either. Phelps has been busted bragging about being f***ed up whilst banging a well-known stripper, and this is all nicely recorded by the press.
People used to think OJ Simpson was a great footballer and actor. Do you want your kids looking up to OJ?
On August 4th 2009, Cindy wrote:
A lot more people smoke pot than we can imagine but most of them don't get caught. The police don't even care most of the time unless you have a lot and you intend to distribute it.
On August 20th 2009, Stephen wrote:
WtF why should he apologize…… That's nothing to be ashamed of….
On August 29th 2009, chink wrote:
I RUV MICHAER PHERPS!!!!!!!!!
On October 26th 2009, Ektraxx wrote:
its all in the mind… if your minds strong…weed probably would not effect you and you'll probably be able to do anything just fine, from making tea, to swimming a few laps round the pool and …he's 23 years old, he's a regular person doing reguler shit made by the society we all live in.
On January 11th 2010, amanda wrote:
ok for all of u that said it is ok it is not, u should not relax with alcahol or pot. god go get a therapist or something but dont be dumb. and it dose not matter how old u are. and phelps has a lot o people looking up to him, so what are the going to start doing pot know to???? what a bad choise. i hope he sticks to his word and wont do it again. that is all i will say.
On March 27th 2010, stephen wrote:
Let the one who has done nothing wrong throw the first stone.
On April 27th 2010, Jason wrote:
This is fuckin bullshit.
So what if he smoked some marajane.
Fuck any one who thinks smoking pot is a crime, shit obama is black, he needs to LEGALIZE this shit!
On August 8th 2010, Brandon wrote:
I love 2 smoke weed and the truth is nobody has ever died from smokin alil pot. as long as your family and friends come first y not do it.blunts bongs hookahs bubblers try it nothing 2 hide nothing 2 be ashamed of.
Stoner
Pride
Never
Dies
On January 28th 2011, realslik wrote:
you don’t apologize for having a beer, why apologize for this?