Is Debbie Phelps the second greatest Olympian in Beijing?

Question

After Michael Phelps, she has been featured more than any athlete in Beijing. They showed her putting on chapstick for goodness sake! It seems like she's the second most famous Olympian at the games, despite not competing (and making awful noises).

Do you think there is anyone more famous, aside from her son?

Answer 1

You sound like a very unhappy girl.

Ok, if you had a daughter or son that was in the Olympics and doing really well, and you were very close to her/him, wouldn't you expect them to give you the same attention? Rejoice in the fact that he loves his mother who really raised him on her own.

Answer 2

It's not her fault they put her on T.V. I find it very interesting to see the reaction of Debbie when her son makes Olympic history.  Maybe that's why they put it on T.V.

Answer 3

Stupid question

Answer 4

Everyone wants to know the story about someone as talented as Michael Phelps. Wouldn't his mother be the most obvious source of information?  Michael had lots of problems growing up (ADD and ADHD) his mother knew his energy needed a constructive outlet. Swimming was his forte and she supported him 100% in anyway she could. I think she does deserve a medal of honor for just doing that.

The message here is support your kids in the direction they choose and you will be rewarded.  

Answer 5

give me a break!

Answer 6

It's not her fault that she's got such a talented son