Mom was the one who taught me unconditional love. With Dad, Id always felt there was something to live up to – expectations. But in the last year, we had a wonderful relationship. – Greg Louganis
The Games are just a nice, positive way to build friendships, camaraderie and, of course, self-esteem. Plus, the Games are a great opportunity for people to participate in sports who normally wouldnt. – Greg Louganis
When youre a kid growing up, and you think youre gay, you know that youre different youre often teased and it can really destroy your self-esteem. But sports can be great for building self-esteem. – Greg Louganis
In sports, people reach their peak very early. You have to move on. I dont know if I will ever surpass what I did at the Olympics, but Im still doing the work I always wanted to do. – Greg Louganis
My dad was in the army. World War II. He got his college education from the army. After World War II he became an insurance salesman. Really, I didnt know my dad very well. He and my mother split up after the war. I was raised by my maternal grandmother and grandfather, and by my mother. – Al Pacino