Winter Olympics 2018: Adam Rippon Stole Everybody's Hearts

February 16, 2018 11:43 PM EST

U.S. figure skater Adam Rippon did not medal in his final event at the 2018 Winter Olympics, but he remains an Olympic star nonetheless.

Rippon emerged as a fan favorite during the Olympics, loved especially for the artistic beauty of his routine, his honesty and hilarious tweets. He also made headlines for a feud with Vice President Mike Pence over the politician’s stance on gay rights. The skater took home a bronze medal in the team event for figure skating.

Rippon finished in the men’s figure skating long program Friday, and although he didn’t earn a medal in that event, it was clear by his performance’s end that he has a permanent place in many people’s hearts.

Adam Rippon will not medal, but it's safe to say he's the winner of the Olympics
— Logan Rhoades (@LoganRhoades) February 17, 2018

Gorgeous program from @Adaripp, just gorgeous. Technically, it's a level or two lower than the top skaters, but his grace is so appreciated. A couple Olympics ago, before the quad revolution in the sport, he could've won gold.
— Juliet Macur (@JulietMacur) February 17, 2018

Boy does watching Adam Rippon make me cry- authenticity meeting athleticism and artistry- SUBLIME
— Sarah Paulson (@MsSarahPaulson) February 17, 2018

Yo. @Adaripp deserved gold. This is bullshit. It was an absolutely memorizing performance, and I couldn't be prouder of the man sent to represent our country. Not to mention the absolute icon he is in his/my community. #Olympics2018 #usgay #nothisisntabiasedopinion
— Mitten (@P_ElliotR) February 17, 2018

Wow my Twitter feed is full of love for Adam Rippon, the biggest star of these Olympics, even though he won't medal. AND THAT'S RIGHT BITCHES, HE A GAY. Now where the gay ladies?? #olympics
— Gabi (@chickflick1979) February 17, 2018

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