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Old 02-02-2013, 07:56 AM
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Sam Strickland / Leslie Odom Jr #1 - “I made a decision to do what I love to do"

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Old 02-02-2013, 10:00 AM
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The Sam character is so well-grounded. Interviews with Leslie Odom Jr. indicate that he's like that irl, too.

One of my favorite scenes in S1 was at Sam's church and he & Karen singing "Stand." Fantastic!

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Old 02-02-2013, 03:06 PM
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Yeah, he's not the usual gay character we see in the shows. I loved the quote I used for the title, he loves theatre so much!

Stand was terrific! I hope he'll have more solos, in S2
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His voice is like honey.
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I love this character . Please add me to the list . I agree he's not the usual gay character. I like how he doesn't seem one bit stereotypical

I just wish there was a better pic I could have made the banner with
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Old 02-03-2013, 06:45 AM
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Add me, love Sam he's one of my top 5 favorites.
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I like how he doesn't seem one bit stereotypical
I read some people complaining that the writers exaggerated to make him a gay-that-doesn't-look-gay, because he looks almost like a joke.


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Broadway: "The Scottsboro Boys," "Ragtime," "Triple Crown," "The Lion King," "Chicago." Off-Broadway: "Rent," "Hat Trick." Regional: "Bombshell," "Fences," "Death of a Salesman," Northern New York Shakespeare Festival. TV: "Miraculous Year" (HBO pilot). Member of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus. Originally from Boston, Sam is a longtime musician and athlete - name a sports team and he probably roots for them. He began singing at age five and played Division II football through college. Love and thanks to God; mom Vanessa, dad Ronald and brother Paul; and Derek, Eileen, Julia and Tom.
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I read some people complaining that the writers exaggerated to make him a gay-that-doesn't-look-gay, because he looks almost like a joke.
Seriously? Not all gay people would "act gay" in a stereotypical way. Its a nice change... But I guess I can understand that, but I still say its nice to see someone not be a stereotype
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Old 02-04-2013, 07:56 AM
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Some people are so stupid they talk the bull but don't follow up with why they are saying the things they say. I think he's great and he's not playing the typical gay character he's a gay with a straight vibe to him and I really like it.
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Old 02-04-2013, 02:42 PM
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Such a shame that some people can't appreciate how great of a character he is. The stereotype doesn't represent every single gay person and I love that they chose to portray him the way they do.

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Added!

I like that Leslie seems to be such a nice man. He also live tweeted during the premiere! And he often replies to fans.

Ha have an YT account, he uploaded two covers
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A picture of his wedding!

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That's sweet of him to reply to fans & do live tweeting

Nice picture
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that it's better, but i know that there's little black or white, there's little wrong or right, and mostly it's both

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Old 02-10-2013, 07:36 AM
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What a pretty pic!

They look like a lovely couple.
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I remember Debra ant the others whishing the best to them, on Twitter it was nice!

He often does concerts here an there
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Leslie is making his debut album and he's giving us a quick message.

Look here
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