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May 19, 2023Liked by Orlando

Orlando - you have so many people, total strangers to you, who love your energy and your way of being human in the world. I’m one of them. Been following you since Emily’s show, have your book on my coffee table and rainbow throw pillow on my couch, am a subscriber. I do it because I love your stuff!! You push a lot of yourself into the internet and ask for nothing in return but we, your superfans, gain SO MUCH from your unique creative spirit that whatever opportunities American capitalism has cobbled together to let us compensate you are NOT enough. I’m appalled that our system lets active, connected, gifted artists fall into chronic financial stress. So I’m writing a comment in case words of support from a superfan are of any help in stressful moments. You are deeply valued, Orlando Soria!! (This was sentimental but I mean it.)

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I hope this new gig is the answer to your financial woes!!! You so deserve it. Bring your fun, "gay in the woods" self to the set and tell those panic attacks to take a hike!!! And BTW, you notice that your body has changed sizes over the past three years, but I promise you, you always look fantabulous on Instagram. Meaning we are always our own worst critic but to the rest of us, you look mahhhhhvelous. 😘

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I'm SO happy for you and I don't ever think you're whining or complaining. Your transparency is refreshing and real and very relatable. None of us ever really know what's around the corner (hello pandemic) and sometimes it f-ing sucks. I appreciate your honesty and hope that this IS your absolutely deserved second chance.

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Ganbarimashou! Persevere to the win!

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Awesome! I'm glad you have a fun project and good reason to hope for better times ahead.

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May 18, 2023Liked by Orlando

Really excited for you and this opportunity!

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May 18, 2023Liked by Orlando

We all deserve the opportunity to be fully human in the world, and the human experience is all about peaks and valleys, pivots and upsets, deep despair and surprising hope. I'm grateful to you for sharing your lived life so honestly and openly; it's a rare quality these days, and truly invaluable. You're giving a great deal to the world, Orlando. Be proud, not only of your accomplishments, but of the power of your honesty and commitment to yourself. And thank you. And good luck!!

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May 18, 2023Liked by Orlando

Go, Orlando! I remember days of trying to find money to pay for gas, and it's not fun. Know that I'm in your corner cheering you on as you find your way forward!

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May 18, 2023Liked by Orlando

We're all rooting for you, Orlando. I hate to be trite, but: You've got this!

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May 18, 2023Liked by Orlando

Honestly, I don’t even see many HGTV shows living in Australia but I am so happy for you. I’ve just upgraded to paid subscriber on this and hope that also does not get chewed up in fees!

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May 18, 2023Liked by Orlando

So happy to hear about this new opportunity, and I can't wait to watch it! We're all here cheering for you!

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sending you a huge hug of YOU GOT THIS GURRRL

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