In a recent exchange, Kim Johnson found a way to shift the focus of Diana Brooks’ heartfelt interview with her ex-husband, Bruce Johnson, into a narrative about herself. It was surprising to hear Brooks mention that while Bruce’s previous spouses provided supportive comments regarding his transition, Kim had “chosen not to respond.” This is noteworthy for someone who has built a career on showcasing her family’s dramas for public consumption.
After social media personality Max Taylor highlighted Kim’s lack of response on Twitter, she retaliated with her own post, attempting to downplay the situation. It’s interesting how someone can add an “LOL” to a critical remark, as if that makes it any less harsh.
On their part, ABC stands firmly behind Brooks. As reported by Celebrity Weekly, the network stated they made multiple attempts to reach Kim, but received no reply. “ABC News reached out to her public relations team several times,” the network explained in a statement. “They called and received no comment.”
In an effort to mitigate the backlash, Kim later tweeted a message of support for Bruce’s decision. Her representatives claimed that a message was left at her office for fact-checking, but that “Kim indicated she could not comment as she hadn’t viewed the special. She never said ‘no comment.’” Essentially, this feels like a matter of semantics. If Kim didn’t explicitly say “no comment,” however, she didn’t provide any feedback either—so isn’t it all the same?
A more pressing question emerges: In light of Bruce’s courageous decision to reveal a lifelong truth, why is this even a topic of discussion?
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In summary, Kim Johnson’s response to Diana Brooks’ interview raises questions about the nature of public commentary and personal accountability, especially in light of significant life changes like Bruce’s transition.