Wide receivers in drag: A look back at that messy gay football arc on ‘Dawson’s Creek’
Dawson’s Creek is notable for many controversial developments—the blossoming of the Joey (Katie Holmes) and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) love story, the introduction and hasty exit of the show’s worst-ever character, the oversexed and underdeveloped Eve (Brittany Daniel), and a revolving door of unsuccessful showrunners following the exit of queer creator Kevin Williamson—but it’s not all bad!
An early-season arc involving gay teen Jack McPhee (Kerr Smith) becoming an unlikely football star is surprisingly sweet, with a nice message and fun twists.
In honor of Super Bowl Sunday, here are some “season highlights” (because sports!) of Jack’s short-lived but memorable football career.Subscribe to our daily newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.Highlights: Jack’s Dad SUCKS…And not in a good way!
The conservative, homophobic Mr. McPhee (David Dukes–RIP!) pays Jack a visit at Jen (THE Michelle Williams) and Grams’ (Mary Beth Peil) house, where Jack’s been living since he was kicked out for coming out.
