Sports commentator Sarah Spain has firmly reiterated her criticism of Vice President JD Vance, while also condemning his supporters for inundating her inbox with hateful messages following her initial remarks. Spain, renowned for her work at ESPN, made headlines last week on her "Good Game" podcast when she described feeling as though she had "looked at a demon, like the devil" after sitting near Vance at a U.S. women's hockey match during the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Addressing the Backlash on Social Media
On Saturday, Spain addressed the significant backlash in a video posted to Instagram, which she recorded at one of the Olympic venues. In the clip, she warned her followers about the influx of negative comments, stating, "Just wanted to give you a heads up that if you see some weird comments on my Instagram that I haven't had a chance to delete yet, it's because I got called out for criticizing a pedophile-protecting, American-who-was-executed-by-ICE-slandering person."
Criticism of Vance's Supporters
Spain elaborated on the behavior of Vance's supporters, describing them as "so cotton-headed that they will defend literally anything done by this person." She revealed that they had flooded her social media mentions with insults, including calling her "fat" and "dumb," and even expressing hopes that she would "die and get cancer."
"So if you see one of those, don't be confused," she continued. "They are currently in favor of what our administration is doing in this country, and I couldn't give two shits about their opinion of me."
Living the Dream Despite Online Attacks
Despite the torrent of online harassment, Spain concluded her message on a defiant note, asserting that she is "living the dream." This statement underscores her resilience in the face of the vitriolic backlash, highlighting her commitment to speaking out without being deterred by negative feedback.
The incident has sparked discussions about the intersection of sports commentary and political discourse, as well as the broader issue of online harassment targeting public figures. Spain's outspoken stance continues to draw attention, reflecting the polarized climate surrounding political figures like Vance.
