During a visit when my mom passed away she was chatting with her dad and told himDad I don't want to make you or mom feel bad but if it weren't for Janet I wouldn't be so driven as i am today! I'm sure you would look for even the most minuscule reason in Jonathan's past to excuse his parent's conduct. "I asked him once why he was even doing this. I wanted him to know at least he had a big brother and somebody who was on his side.". Sorry for spelling errors above as i couldn't figure out how to edit in previewing. It is an important point. I grew up knowing Jonathan and his brother Logan and we all went to Lawrence co high and Jonathan deserves all respect as a human being gay or not. How I know? There really is, in general, a problem with Christians and homosexuality. And by lumping gay people in with people who "choose" criminal behavior by engaging in activities in which there is only one consenting adult and one person who is being horribly victimized, you are accusing gays of being sexual deviants and worse. Jonathan Allen has been playing and performing music since he was in the third grade. Allen signed a four-year contract extension on July 2021 for $72 million. His father is a 22-year retired Army Sergeant First Class and his brother served in the Army for seven years. You were handed children who were not yours and raised them, loved them, guided them, and accepted them as your own. I know Jonathan well I live in the small town of lawrenceburg tn where Jonathan grew up Jonathan spent the night at my house many times!! Maybe This young man Jonathan did wrong things, maybe he has a loving, supporting parents. "We learned at an early age to be strong, not show emotions, things like that," Richard III said. No where in the Bible does it say that just because you are gay, bisexual, a thief, liar, or adulterer that you are unloved. He touched my soul, no matter what he did or didn't do this is all about his talent and he can sing. Starting as a drummer, because he thought it would annoy his parents the most, he began picking up everything else that interested him. And, he was ranked as the best defensive tackle by Sports Illustrated. God loves us all. So anyhow I started writing and decided well I'm not just going to send it to the trash, so here it is.Hopefully a wake-up call to all the hatersWho hasn't, made mistakes in their youth, god maybe? But who are you to judge your neighbor? But because it has been, I do believe we all need to step back, take a breath and see what comes out. Cops believe that alleged kidnapper Brown "allowed" the teen to message her . [22] The team exercised the fifth-year option on his contract on April 27, 2020. If it is true what J.A. Allen, born in Alabama, and his brother, Richard Allen III, were initially raised by their mother after their parents divorced when Jonathan was 3. This is not God's way. I pray that Jonathan's parents hearts soften and they are able to accept the full package Jonathan has become. At the age of eight, both he and his brother were taken away by child protective services. As of right now, I'm living with my partner (thankfully). we all have both, still a person will flourish in life if people would just say something nice. [19] In Week 6, he suffered a Lisfranc injury against the San Francisco 49ers. All I can say is this, I work with an organization called PFLAG as a support group facilitator and I have seen so many sad stories come walking through the doors. You have found a kindred spirit with me. I would take issue with your use of the word "stupid" though. The present and future are bright for Allen. The in-state Hokies previously signed productive players from Stone Bridge, which is one of the top teams in Virginia and has a 175-30 record since 2002. Too bad not one word was said about how he stole from his parents, stole his dad's truck and wallet and took a minor for three days until cops found him, or all the money his parents put into all singing classes, or the fact that he chose to leave, not forced to. He achieved this during the Week 15 game against the Philadelphia Eagles in 2021. Regards me. Yes, West said, there were times he had to take Allen out of the game to calm him down. S happens.. They were the parents of at least 5 daughters. One of the biggest positives: Given the talent Alabama recruits, Allen would know immediately if he could cut it in football, and if not, he could focus more on an undergrad and master's degree. I promise you, there are circumstances, and if not, it could cost u or your other children their lives. He has an amazing voice; his parents gave it to him. Alabama's Jonathan Allen has had a lot to smile about this season. Sad. Jonathan's anger problems helped in one area: He showed flashes at a young age of being a special football player by holding his own in backyard games with his brother and older kids. I lived my life just being Fred. So my father threw me out because I was not planned and disinherited me because I was gay. I just AM straight. Jonathan Allen - Football - University of Alabama Athletics 2016 Football Roster Kent Gidley Pause 93 Jonathan Allen Position DL Height 6-3 Weight 291 Class Senior Hometown Leesburg, Va. High School Stone Bridge Bio Related Stats Historical Moments Biography 2016 (Senior) As a White House reporter for Bloomberg and the former White House bureau chief for Politico, Jonathan Allen, BA (GVPT) '98, knows Washington inside and out. Many of them think this is a choice and we made it. Show biz is exactly thata SHOW. Well Anonymous #2, I stand by my response to Anon#1. Moreover, Hannah is also an athlete who has completed many half marathons, including the Hotlanta Half Marathon. Opponents and fans quickly became aware of Allen. Cruel and ignorant people like those kind of parents and those who write his story is untrue. If not God has certainly blessed Jonathan with millions of supporters around the world that has brought him great healing. forgiveness is the path to heaven. Allen leads Alabama's top-rated defense in sacks (9.5), tackles for loss (15.5), quarterback hurries (15), fumble recoveries (three), and he's tied for fourth in tackles (62) while also scoring two touchdowns on defense. I believe in the context in which you used it, a more appropriate word would be "ignorant". I do not have a religious moral code that guides me to feel empathy for those whose actions are guided by a delusional belief in supernatural powers. I cried when he sang! I hope I don't get crucified here. Asked in a Twitter Q&A Wednesday to name three people he'd like to have dinner with, Allen said his grandfather, Hitler and Michael Jackson. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I have to put my in mytwo cents worth after reading most of the comments. He was such a good athlete that, as a senior, he set a school record in the discus with a 147-foot throw and won the district championship. Stupid isn't choosy. At 6 feet 3 inches and 300 pounds, Washington defensive tackle Jonathan Allen can often say what he wants without pushback. Your words really hit home for me and I am sure many others.I am so glad you found peace. Its time for a cold refreshing beer for me, so I may dull out the pain of all this nonsense, because nothing here is news to me, I know how we are us humans, different from each other yet the same. I had friends who told me to be very carreful with a friend they have because he was "super homophobic". In response to some of the comments and allegations: Though taking your parents vehicle without permission is not stellar behaviour it is usually not considered stealing (in the eyes of the law) as by residing in the home you have access to the keys (you didnt steal them) . I've seen the video of Jonathan on AGT on YouTube and in the comment section, the story said by Anonymous #1 here is said in the comment section. And th bible Sad to forgive how much time to our sons . Allen lives a luxurious life with expensive cars, a big bungalow and travels in exotic locations. section: | slug: shaped-by-a-tough-childhood-alabamas-jonathan-allen-now-hopes-to-find-his-mother | sport: collegefootball | route: article_single.us | To be gay is an hormonal disorder. But I am glad you are clarifying. With a background in engineering and a love for all things active, Sanjib brings a unique perspective to the world of sports writing. Parents are supposed to love their children unconditionally, even when they make mistakes, and as a parent yourself Luis, you know kids mess up. Jonathan Allen with his father, stepmother and two younger siblings. Unfortunately for those innocent people wrongfully accused, you can never fully regain your reputation & lives. [15], The Washington Redskins selected Allen in the first round, 17th overall, of the 2017 NFL Draft. When he finally told his friends, their reactions were just as wonderful, nonjudgmental, and accepting as your friends reactions. [34] In December 2022, he was voted into his second consecutive Pro Bowl. Alabama first tried Allen at "Jack" linebacker. One has to wonder if Jonathan was treated more harshly because he is gay. Similar to many young couples, the two first met in the University, in their case, the University of Alabama. Jonathan Allen played 16 games last season and 85 games over his career. How does one survive this planet who followers who create a hell on earth for anyone that IS.I once heard someone say spare me the wrath of your God? I do not "act" straight. Total suprise they still act the exact same! Initially, Thompson became frustrated that Allen wouldn't stay in his gap. Love seething mom. And that ladies and gentleman is why God made his adoptive parents barren. "I will not promise to change my reaction to the use of these words when discussing gays - they have no legitimate place in the conversation other than to conflate being gay with something repulsive, evil or sick. Allen shifted to Pittsburgh when he was less than a year old. He could never explain to Thompson why instinctively he would spin. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. Allen used to watch great NFL defensive ends' spin moves on TV and practice his own in the living room. Almost all the guys we put in Division I have gone on to start. Why in the world would i.choose to live a.life filled.with judgement!! Payne and Allen were teammates at Alabama, which means that they have a history beyond just their years in Washington. By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. I just try to control what I can control.". I'm in no way saying I was the perfect child. ! In hindsight, Richard III said he and his dad were probably too hard on Jonathan. But expressing admiration for Adolf Hitler went too far. I would adopt him now if I could, although he's an adult still love is so much better than hate and this world is so full of hatered and bashing, people have become so cold towards others wouldn't it be nice if we could all start looking for the good in others than the bad? When Jonathan Allen was born on 1 September 1818, in Wayne, Webster Township, Wayne, Indiana, United States, his father, Hugh Allen, was 33 and his mother, Frances Morton, was 26. I will remain unconvinced until I hear from a reliable source that Jonathan's story is a complete lie. I can only imagine what Jonathan went through. He's on the verge of being one of the first five players selected in the 2017 NFL Draft. He skipped leaving early for the NFL in 2015 to become the first Alabama player with a national defensive player of the year award. Whether this god exists or not. I refused to give her solace in this last moment because she still insisted her belief in what she did as "Right".Before you go and judge me for my actions concerning my Mother, I must state I am an Atheist. He was a great guy and on the field he kind of turned into a different guy -- in a good way.". I may not be gay, but I have a son who is and I love him so much it hurts. If she didn't push we'd be one of those kids sitting in the bedroom playing video games all day! Hope they find the help they (apparently) "need.". Contestant Jonathan Allen took to the stage of "America's Got Talent" last night to display some seriously operatic pipes. I grew up a long time ago when it was almost a crime to be gay. "Jon grabbed the kid, pulled him aside and said, 'Shut up, get in line and shake the other team's hand,'" West said. I have 3 children myself and I can guarantee you this Luis, I would never ever throw any of them out, no matter what their sexual orientation is. Getting ugly for Washington.pic.twitter.com/pj2Oow0cw1, Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) December 27, 2021. What matters is a military father, Richard Allen, who let the boys play football only if they got straight A's and pushed Jonathan hard to have the discipline and work ethic that makes him one of Nick Saban's favorite players ever. In Virginia, he began to play football at Stone Bridge high school, known for its stellar football team. [20] He later underwent surgery and was placed on injured reserve on October 19, 2017. It obviously worked, unfortunately. [18] Allen recorded his first career sack in a Week 3 game against the Oakland Raiders. whether or not there is another side to Johnathons story it doesn't matter the fact is his parents kicked him out and no matter what he does that does not give you the right to disown him.BTW I am 16 years old i supported my friend through a part time job in case anybody was wondering. I see a lot of self righteous, vain, pretentious & applause seeking comments by people who have no idea what the actual truth about this subject is. Kids make mistakes and so do parents, if it wasn't for mistakes no one would ever grow or learn. Allen said he used to "lose control" of himself while at Stone Ridge and believes he now better handles his emotions. When a woman and a man decide to have sex, they may create something, a responsibility, a Jonathan Allen. He might be a spoiled prick of a son instead of what he claims to be.If he was disowned then he surely did something with himself despite that, but if he wasn't, he deserves to be judged for what he is, not a homosexual, but a disgraceful son.His parents don't have a voice in this story just yet, Seething Mom. Renee, Hello,My name is Mark Raymond Davis, I am 46 years old and I am here to tell the rest of the story.I have read all the comments concerning Jonathan. I just found others who became my family. !!! How can any parent, let alone mother, treat their own flesh and blood so badly as some of the previous posts have stated, I cannot imagine a scenario where my boys don't contact me or vice versa, I love all my children & now grandchildren equally & unconditionally :)I take my 'faith' from humanity and have never understood why anyone would want to be part of a belief system that encourages hatred or casting out of family regardless of who they are. I thought to myself, indeed, please do spare me the wrath of this being I neither see nor hear. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Thompson said he knew he had a good athlete in Allen but worried he would be buried on the depth chart without changing positions. After cheers from the audience, he stunned the crowd with an incredible performance, after which his singing . The player who hates losing more than he loves winning barely celebrated Alabama's semifinal win over Washington last week, joining his teammates on the Peach Bowl championship podium later than almost everyone else. Similarly, his starring performances got him the fifth-year option on his contract in April 2020. Their beautiful wedding was held at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Tuscaloosa, Alaa. Your story has some parallels with my son's story. We are all disgusted by you peoples. Obviously with no financial backing, I'm still looking for a job and I can't enter university without money.But that's my story. Conservative states, usually are in the south like where comes Jonathan, and are generally against homosexuality and are usually part of the Bible Belt or otherwise just religiously oriented. "He was like a traveling sideshow.". Apparently there are aliens out there to, but I don't think they'd want to reveal themselves yet to us humans, since we are still too shallow to accept gay/lesbian rights worldwide, since some whites still have issues with blacks and the other way around, not to cite all the hate still clashing between humans of different ethnic origins and since too many think Muslims are all crazy fanatics suicide bombers waiting for the right moment to press on the trigger, need I say more? Maybe they regret it now, maybe not. To the person who said, that to have such a great voice one would have to have had support from their parents, thus implying that somehow Jonathan must be lying because he received support from his parents Are you really that deluded? Maybe some people need a cold shower, maybe it will help them get rid of their tunnel vision. Good players want to play so that's understandable.". You are all in my prayers. On a mid-December afternoon inside the halls of Stone Bridge High School in Ashburn, Virginia, two students approached a photo hanging on a wall near the gym. ! But Thompson came to realize he had a different type of person on his hands, one who simply needed to be allowed to play. To this I can only say thank goodness that I was raised in a liberal state. According to reports, Allen, in 2021, earned a base salary of $1,142,235, a signing bonus of $30,000,000, a cap hit of $7,142,235, and a dead cap value of $33,142,235. I could blow my knee out -- knock on wood -- and never play another down of football. CCTV footage showed Snow College student Madelyn leaving her dorms in Ephraim, Utah on December 13, and the next morning she messaged parents Jonathan and Taunya Allen, saying she loved them.. And there has been enough of a reaction that I have to believe there is a lot we may not know. [33] Allen recorded his first career interception on Justin Fields and first career forced fumble in the Week 6 win over the Chicago Bears. I warn you however that he has a point: you cannot reasonably draw the line between what you call sexually deviant and Gay. "Normal" straight and gay behavior does not. Beautifully stated. Your thoughtful letter was indeed timely in my situation. Richard said when he finally got custody of Jonathan at age 9, "he had a lot of anger issues." It is the issue, not his shenanigans. As a mom with children the same age as yours, I could not agree with you more.Any parent who could kick their child to the street, even if he or she did something they should not have done (which 99.7% of children will do at some point in their life), should not be a parent. I don't agree with the gay lifestyle. "Sometimes they'll take pictures. It didn't matter that a few years later, EVERYTHING was found to be false. Why would I do that? "I said, 'You know, that's a very risky move you did because if the quarterback took a step to the right or a step to the left, you'll look pretty stupid,'" Richard said. But I "am" straight. Richard III said they lost touch with their father for a period of time. If Jonathan lost, he would practice and challenge his brother to compete against him again. Jonathan Allen with his wife, Hannah Franklin (Source: Instagram). And when challenged, zie merely deflects.Here's the thing, anon, Allen went on national television and said everything he said with his name attached to it. Religion does affect people's viewpoints and prejudices.My adopted son once stole money from me and tried to blame the handyman. There are, of course, exceptions to everything. Does Daniil Medvedev Have A Brother? Like numerous footballers in the United States, Allen too played the game during his college life at Alabama. There was consideration of possibly cutting Allen before the season. Either he speaks truth or, as a previous poster postulates, it's a set-up for the big happy family reconciliation.But I too have seen this story too many times. I wonder if I am being too cynical but if you do a Google search for him, the first 5 pages of results are all titled "Gay Singer who was kicked out by his parents kills it on AGT" or variations therefore.So the public and media has picked on 3 things in this order.1. It is something I have seen happen many times and probably the reason I was pretty quick to believe Jonathan. ", Kathleen Thompson, Allen's English teacher his senior year, said he became a personal protector for her in class. Allen drew a rare unsportsmanlike conduct penalty late in the College Football Playoff Semifinal game last week against Washington as emotions flared. Learn more to find out the 10 Biggest NFL Busts of the Last 10 Years >>. Thank you for letting me share, and I look forward to following your blog. I don't feel different, because I am NOT different. As expected, the fight took a nasty turn and soon caught the attention of many. These hate mongering ignoramouses who themselves men of God are frauds and they are killing our children.I am glad to see you come by Mark. I would still help and guide him to stay close to God who loves us, in spite of us, and to him help to find his life employment so he can support himself instead of living on the streets. He would never play another play and everyone would remember him by that play.". I cannot speak for others, but I dream of the day when being gay is a non-issue and more people are indifferent to who other people are attracted to. Are there any links to prove Jonathan's story is true? Not only was Allen a great athlete, he deciphered the snap count to anticipate coming off the ball faster, something he not-so-wisely revealed to the media that season. It helped young Allen to furnish his skills in the game. No one in their right mind would choose a life style that puts them in the path of so much hatred, spite, condemnation, and danger. They aren't your average Christians, but they have much power and influence over the average Christians. And it's obvious that some people posting here are just plain old homophobic, and are trying to throw anything that will stick to discredit him or defend his parents actions. Allen's father said Alabama was "pretty much a done deal" after Allen met Crimson Tide strength and conditioning coach Scott Cochran, whose energy, vibe and talk of improving appealed to Allen before he even met Saban or defensive coordinator Kirby Smart on his official visit. Thats why i am on the way to law school because i am proud of me.and i will.fight for the right to.say it!! Being gay is NOt a mental disorder, it is NOT a hormonal disorder, it is NO DISORDER at all. His dad gave him examples of the work ethic of elite athletes, such as how Ray Lewis played football with a controlled rage. He was adopted at birth by my first wife and me. "He would hit the [fullback] dive, realize he doesn't have the ball, run to the quarterback who now has the ball, and then run to the pitch man when he got the ball," Thompson said. "The very next game he had like four offsides because they varied the snap count," his father said. The only one that stood at his bedside was my one brother who is a fundamentalist as well. Likewise, he earned a spot as the Gatorade Football Player of the Year during his senior year. Richard, a nuclear biological chemical specialist in the Army, got deployed to South Korea and then was based in Fort Lewis near Tacoma, Washington. everybody is the way they are because God made them that way so if you have a problem take it up with him when you are standing at the gates of heaven, tell him that there is something wrong with gay people. Gay, straight, biit's not my "choice" to make, nor is it my choice who they have as a partner. We all make mistakes everyday, and we all have to live with decisions we have made. As a junior, Allen recorded 12 sacks but was still in a rotation on Alabama's deep defensive line and only started 11 of 15 games. Isn't it good that, as God's adopted children, he hasn't inflicted the same judgment upon you that you inflicted upon your son? Wake up to the day's most important news. Tensions began on the Washington Football Team after Jonathan Allen broke into a fight with Daron Payne. 2023 BuzzFeed, Inc. All rights reserved. On January 16, 1995, Allen was born in Anniston, Alabama (United States). I wish people would at least research biology with an open mind before commenting on issues like this. On his questionnaire asking where he wanted to play his first season, Allen wrote down middle linebacker. The Post reported that court records show the mother missed all three required appointments for a psychological evaluation. I could not agree more with John when he said, Ending my estrangement with one of my brothers, Ending my estrangement with one of my brothers - Part 2, Ending my estrangement with one of my brothers - A complete fail, Pope Francis is definitely no Pope Benedict, Why New York's vote for marriage equality matters to parents everywhere, A letter to one of Arizona's top homophobes, Lifting the burden of a secret, one person at a time, My Mother Flutters and the Strife of the Life of Rejected Jonathan - by Adonis Ramirez Parra, The Weekend I Stopped Lying to Myself - by Jarred Harris. My own experience in "the church" has become so "soured" by the political agendas of the polar opposites that my own story - my own "reality" - is not welcome. Politicians were elected & the new batch of 'Flower Children' had moved on to another cause to exploit so they wouldn't have to actually do anything constructive to solve problems in the world, except 'demonizing' others. "Initially, he really wanted to go because he didn't like the [Alabama] rotation," Richard said. It actually tends to be the ignorant and uniformed who fear anything different.You say: "To be gay is acceptable for today's societies because it is politically correct to say and act like that. Some children are born with ovaries AND testes. "Judge not lest ye be judged!" Throughout his remarkable life he was a tremendous blessing to us, I draw great comfort in the fact that my last conversation with him via phone was, as usual, loving, happy, and full of laughter and endearment. It touched me too. I as 44 year old mom of two STUNNING GIRLS (23)and(26) years old would not/could not IN MY WILDEST DREAMS imagine showing either one of them 'where the door is' EVER! Just be yourself, respect other people, and be WHO YOU ARE, with your opinion, your way to see things, your way to behave And you'll see that acceptance is probably easier than you think. "Our stepmom really became a great figure for both of us," Richard III said. But I have seen Jonathan's story repeated more times than I can count, which is why I find him believable. I felt ashamed.I hope he can reconnect with his family and he and they can just love each other. I'm not going to say That his actions were wrong seeing as it takes a pretty worthless family to do that to their own son, and although I am not gay nor have been persecuted by my own family, I can say I would have done that or worse out of rebellion and anger. I'll be working with The Trevor Project soon, and I'm launching an organization called The Personal Stories Project, which I'm very excited about. Or yes, you're a christian and are convinced homosexual acts are immoral, but do you really condemn homosexuals themselves? What they do or say is between them and God NOT US! Or are you just responding in a knee jerk reaction because his story struck a chord?FYI, America's Got Talent does MINOR background checks, and all it takes is a simple search on GOOGLE to realize that. I realize I am responsible, as the parent, for the fact that they are very disrespectful, but in my defense, I did not know any better. And the brawl between two of their players is another fuss for them to answer. I kind of just had to make a business decision, even though I had to go against my Pops. What matters most to Allen is a brother, Richard III, who's seven years older and was always his protector. Oh well, I guess thats enough preaching, what do I know? Have you contacted his family and asked if Jonathan's accusations were honest? Poor mama, this blog's keeping you busy. Regardless of his story, you can see he has a lot of pain in his heart. Jonathan Allen smiled last week when he heard his father's mantra repeated to him. I don't understand the concept of "gay culture". One behavior involves a victim and perpetrator, and the other involves 2 consenting adults. We give birth to our children and bring them up in the best way that we can. Heck let's Tar & Feather those parents. Try it, as any straight people, all those things will come first in their mind ! He was named first-team All-SEC after recording 33 tackles and 5.5 sacks. Katy Kellner Bio: Early Life, Husband, Baby Who Are Sonny and Renu Bhatia? You you don't see anyone trying trying to find out how much money, assets or "bling" rappers actually have. Pathetic, simply pathetic. I have heard the banter back and forth from those who troll this blog by using the anon moniker.I have a connection with Jonathan's story. As it is, the church is turning away some of the most wonderful human beings. I can only hope that the god of the bible does not exist. Now going on live television and saying these things is fine by me. Many people are eager to know their favorite personalities personal life, so Jonathan Allen 's Parents are the most searched topic on the internet. Good luck with law school. I was scared, but she managed to do that in an "intelligent way". Can you believe even the new Pope has said who am I to judge?
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