Phil Robertson Suspended From Duck Dynasty Following Anti-Gay Comments

Phil Robertson has been suspended from A&E's Duck Dynasty over anti gay comments he made in GQ.

The 67-year-old gave a recent interview to the publication. The reality TV star, who is a devout Christian, expressed his views on homosexuality.

"Start with homosexual behavior and just morph out from there -- bestiality, sleeping around with this woman and that woman and that woman and those men," he said.

He continued with his disapproval.

"Don't be deceived. Neither the adulterers, the idolaters, the male prostitutes, the homosexual offenders, the greedy, the drunkards, the slanderers, the swindlers - they won't inherit the kingdom of God . . .Don't deceive yourself. It's not right," he said.

Robertson issued a statement as his comments gained traction and backlash.

"My mission today is to go forth and tell people about why I follow Christ and alsowhat the bible teaches, and part of that teaching is that women and men are meant to be together," he said. "However, I would never treat anyone with disrespect just because they are different from me. We are all created by the Almighty and like Him, I love all of humanity. We would all be better off if we loved God and loved each other."

Nonetheless, A&E decided to suspend him from the popular television show for the time being.

"We are extremely disappointed to have read Phil Robertson's comments in GQ, which are based on his own personal beliefs and are not reflected in the series Duck Dynasty. His personal views in no way reflect those of A+E Networks, who have always been strong supporters and champions of the LGBT community. The network has placed Phil under hiatus from filming indefinitely."