Isaiah Washington is apologizing for using the word ‘faggot’ again. Washington used the word at the Golden Globe awards on Monday when asked about the incident on the Grey’s Anatomy set where he allegedly called T.R. Knight a ‘faggot’. Monday night he responded to a reporter by saying he never called T.R. a ‘faggot’.

“I apologize to T.R., my colleagues, the fans of the show and especially the lesbian and gay community for using a word that is unacceptable in any context or circumstance. By repeating the word Monday night, I marred what should have been a perfect night for everyone who works on ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’ I can neither defend nor explain my behavior. I can also no longer deny to myself that there are issues I obviously need to examine within my own soul, and I’ve asked for help.

I know the power of words, especially those that demean. I realize that by using one filled with disrespect I have hurt more than T.R. and my colleagues. With one word, I’ve hurt everyone who has struggled for the respect so many of us take for granted. I welcome the chance to meet with leaders of the gay and lesbian community to apologize in person and to talk about what I can do to heal the wounds I’ve opened.

T.R.’s courage throughout this entire episode speaks to his tremendous character. I hold his talent, and T.R. as a person, in high esteem. I know a mere apology will not end this, and I intend to let my future actions prove my sincerity.”

Apologies are nice and all but is it necessary to issue one when a reporter asks you if you called someone a faggot and you respond by saying I never called anyone a faggot…..even if that is a lie? Maybe so or maybe since he used the word in public this time everyone is jumping down his throat. Check out T.R. Knight with his boyfriend shopping in Los Angeles.