In series of tweets, which include audio and Howard’s pastor Calvin Simmons allegedly calling the man a “f***ot in a wig,” Elijè’s story has gone viral. However, what is more disturbing is how the homophobia against Howard has gone viral. Many on Twitter have automatically believed this unknown person and have been attacking the NBA player viciously.
Former NBA player Jason Collins, who is openly gay, wrote on Twitter, “Transphobic & homophobic jokes aren’t funny and can lead to deadly consequences. Transphobia & homophobia get people killed everyday around the world.” Dwight Howard has not responded to the accusations.