Adrian Wojnarowski
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Controversy and Public Response
In July 2020, Wojnarowski became the subject of public debate after replying to an email from U.S. Senator Josh Hawley with a profane message. The email was in response to a press release from Hawley’s office criticizing the NBA's plans to support the Black Lives Matter movement. Wojnarowski replied from his work email account with the phrase "f*ck you."
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 4 Mar, 1969
- Age
- 51 yrs
- Occupations
- Writer
Podcaster
Sports journalist
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Bristol
- Education
- St. Bonaventure University
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- American sportswriter
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The response quickly circulated on social media after being released by Hawley’s office. Wojnarowski issued an apology, and ESPN suspended him, later issuing its own statement distancing the network from his actions. During his suspension, many NBA players and fans expressed support with the hashtag #FreeWoj trending on Twitter.
Personal Life
Adrian Wojnarowski is married to Amy Wojnarowski. The couple has two children: a daughter named Annie and a son named Ben. Despite his high-profile career, Wojnarowski keeps his personal life relatively private.
