Rachel “Raegan” Gunn, who became a global sensation during the Olympics, will be interviewed exclusively by Channel 10 for the first time. project Wednesday night.
In what was breaking's first (and possibly only) appearance at the Olympics, Raegan's performance stole the show, as she failed to score a single point in three battles.
Her performance sparked fierce debate around the world, with her being slammed on social media and by celebrities such as Adele and Jimmy Fallon.
Even DJ Fatboy Slim said, “Rachel, I would give you a 10 out of 10,” and posted a hilarious video comparing her moves to those he saw in the film clip from the hit song. I praise you.
Gunn's routine also included imitations of a snake and a kangaroo, and included the use of a sprinkler.
Gunn was criticised for her fashion because she wore Australia's Olympic tracksuit and cap while the other athletes competed in street clothes.
Some people defended her, such as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who said: “She's brilliant. I give her a lot of credit. It's an Australian tradition to try. She took on the challenge on behalf of our country and that's a good thing.”
“The Olympics is a place for people to take part in sports. That's a good thing, and Raegan gave it a go.”
“Whether (the athletes) win a gold medal or if they just do their best, that's all we're asking. What really matters is participation.”
But the 36-year-old Macquarie University academic, who studies the cultural politics of breaking, has faced a barrage of criticism and unfounded accusations.
Questions included Olympic qualification, winning the Oceania Championships in October 2023, funding (the AOC confirmed the athletes “receive no federal funding”), and a petition that garnered 50,000 signatures before being removed.
Gunn himself took to social media to thank his supporters and criticize his haters.
“I'm so grateful for all of the positivity and I'm happy I was able to bring some joy into your lives, that's what I wanted,” Gunn said in mid-August.
“I never thought it would open the door for so much hate, and frankly, it's been pretty devastating.”
“While I enjoyed competing, I also took it very seriously. I trained hard and really gave it my all in preparation for the Olympics.”
“It's an honour to be part of the Australian Olympic team and to take part in Breaking's Olympic debut. The achievements of the other athletes are just phenomenal.”
Gan also pointed out that there are no points in breaking, but rather the nine judges compare contestants on five different criteria and give an overall score added up over two rounds in the preliminaries and three rounds in the finals.
gun He didn't come home with the other Olympians. Instead, he will have a “pre-planned rest period” after the Paris Olympics.
She also signed with a talent agency. I'm a Celebrity. Get Me Out of Here! producer.
