Former NHL defenseman and Montreal Canadiens star PK Subban made headlines off the ice this time—announcing his marriage to Dr. Lianne Rousseau, the Canadiens’ former team physician and an openly gay woman. Subban came out publicly during an emotional ESPN interview, revealing his bisexuality and sharing how his love story unfolded behind the scenes over five years. “I lived my whole life for the crowd,” he said, “but I wanted to live the rest of it for her.” The response in Montreal was overwhelmingly positive. Fans filled the streets wearing rainbow flags with Subban’s iconic #76 stitched in glitter. The Canadiens released a statement applauding Subban’s bravery and calling it a “historic moment for hockey.” However, not everyone shared the sentiment. During a game in Boston, Bruins fans booed Subban as his wedding photos appeared on the Jumbotron. Subban, unfazed, blew kisses at the crowd. He later tweeted: “Your hate can’t dim this light.” Sports media hailed the moment as a major step for LGBTQ+ visibility in professional sports. Even Don Cherry, known for controversial takes, expressed respect: “He’s still a warrior.” For Subban, it wasn’t about controversy—it was about finally skating with no mask.
