Hockey Legend Wayne Gretzky Suffered an Embarrassing Moment After Being Put on the Infamous ‘Kiss Cam’ in 2016

Wayne Gretzky is undeniably the ice hockey GOAT, with numerous awards and titles to his name. Over the years, he may have had innumerable memories close to his heart, the ones he would like to cherish. But is that the case? Well, he may be the ice-hockey champion, but much like others, there are moments in his life that he would like to forget.

The former professional ice hockey player and head coach had to encounter a moment, much to his embarrassment, in 2016. A moment that he would like to forget readily, but thanks to the cameras, that’s going to be difficult. So, what’s that moment that even the ice hockey player would like to bury deep inside the ice? Let’s find out!

A kiss or no kiss for Wayne?

When Wayne decided to go for the playoff game between the Philadelphia Flyers and Washington Capitals, he was hardly aware that the event would become an inseparable part of his memory for many reasons. Walking towards the venue, he noticed a “kiss cam.”

Being the sport, he, alongside his wife, decided to play along. As he puckered up, directed his lips toward his wife, and leaned forward, the ice-hockey star met with something unexpected. Much to Wayne’s disappointment and embarrassment, Janet, during the moment, was looking elsewhere.

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He kept his head extended and did his best duck impression to get his wife’s attention. But the poor lad had hardly any chance that day. He even tapped her on the shoulder, but it seemed perhaps Janet was in no mood to kiss Wayne.

Wayne Gretzky- Janet Jones Gretzky and their 30+ years of companionship

Wayne met the love of his life on Dance Fever in 1984. Before falling for Wayne, Janet was engaged to Vitas Gerulaitis from 1985 to 1987. As destiny would have it, the couple again met at a Los Angeles Lakers game in 1987. Eventually, they started dating and, in 1988, exchanged vows in a lavish wedding.

Since then, they have been happily married. The doting parents of five have been with each other through thick and thin. Their wedding was televised across Canada from Edmonton’s St. Joseph’s Basilica. Janet kept working as an actor even after getting married. The two are loved by their fans and enjoy massive popularity.

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