Brighton, Michigan: Ugly Naked Guy
Nude, lumpy bronze man, titled "Decision Pending," sculpted in 2006 to suggest the stress felt by combat veterans. The unpopular statue was dubbed "Ugly Naked Guy" by a local newspaper (Sculptor Jay Holland called this "silly"). Removed in early 2023; then the city had second thoughts and put him back in April 2024.
- Address:
- 306 W. Main St., Brighton, MI
- Directions:
- i-96 exit 147. Turn west onto Spencer Rd. Drive one mile. On the right, just after you pass through downtown, standing in front of the pond in Mill Pond Park.
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The statue is in a modern, clean, nicely landscaped park. According to its plaque it is titled "Decision Pending." Sculpted by Jay Holland, it "showcases rough textures, a fragmented structure, clenched fist, and an enigmatic title," and it invites viewers "to contemplate its meaning, sparking both acclaim and criticism."
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The criticism is evident in its local nickname, "Ugly Naked Guy." But some citizens of the town have also grown fond of the immodest golem.