Shaun White 'Sorry' for Selfishly Dismissing Sexual Harassment Case as 'Gossip' in Wake of #MeToo

Shaun White is the latest public figure to come under fire for the distasteful way they've treated their sexual harassment or misconduct allegations. The snowboarder dismissed the sexual harassment case made against him as mere "gossip" during a press conference at the Winter Olympics, where he won his third gold medal at the men's snowboard halfpipe.

“Over the past couple of days the sexual harassment allegations against you by Lena Zawaideh have resurfaced,” a reporter asked at the media event. “Are you concerned that they are going to tarnish your legacy?” 

“Honestly, I’m here to talk about the Olympics, not gossip,” White responded. “But I don’t think so. I am who I am and I’m proud of who I am. And my friends love me and vouch for me, so I think that stands on its own.” Once the video hit the internet, White was immediately called out for his response.