What’s your opinion of Jodie Foster’s coming-out speech?

“It wasn’t a surprise, but a nice affirmation. I saw her as a vulnerable human being. But she was also very brave. So in that sense she was awesome. It must have been very scary [for her]. But she definitely pulled it off.”

“She was obviously nervous. How could you not be? I was enthralled by her and happy that she got positive feedback from her peers. And I was impressed that she mustered up the gusto to do the speech in front of her children. She’s a very strong woman.”

“I thought it was great. I respect her for not coming out a long time ago. It’s her business. She has a right to privacy. She’s not public property. Her speech was a bit rambling but it was quite moving.”

“I’m glad she did it at the Golden Globes. She had a captive audience there. I just wish she did it sooner. Jodie Foster is an Academy Award-winning performer who people take seriously. Her influence could have helped people much earlier — before it became chic to come out.”