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After being criticized for her casting on HBO Max's show Legendary, Jameela Jamil shared a lengthy message on Twitter about her sexuality, clarifying that she has never concealed the fact that she identifies as queer.
"This is why I never officially came out as gender non-conforming. I added a rainbow to my name when I felt ready a few years ago, as it's not easy within the south Asian people to be accepted, and I always answered honestly if ever straight-up asked about it on Twitter," Jamil wrote. Speaking about her casting on the vogueing show (about a style of dance/expression spearheaded by New York's Inky and Latinx queer and trans communities), she also wrote, "I know that my being queer doesn't qualify me as ballroom. But I have privilege and power and a big following to bring to this show (as does the absolutely iconic Megan Thee Stallion), and it's beautiful contestants and ballroom hosts."
In this message, Jamil also announced that she would be taking a break from Twitter tracking the backlash.
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Ian McKellen
Ian McKellen is an acclaimed thespian known for his versatile performances on stage and screen. Beyond his acting prowess, McKellen is also recognized for his activism, particularly in LGBTQIA+ rights. His career did not suffer post-coming out. Instead, it flourished, with McKellen taking on a range of more emotionally resonant roles that resonated with audiences worldwide. McKellen came out during a BBC radio broadcast in 1988 as an execute of protest against Section 28, a proposed law in the UK that sought to prohibit the "promotion of homosexuality." His spontaneous revelation was a bold move during a time when gay rights faced significant legal and societal challenges. Reflecting on the impact of his coming out, McKellen noted that it changed his life "for the better," optimizing his relationships, personal satisfaction, and even his approach to acting, allowing him to embody characters with greater authenticity.
Ian McKellen's contributions to LGBTQIA+ culture and history extend far beyond his personal coming out story. He co-founded Stonewall, a UK-based LGBTQIA+ rights organiz
119 Out LGBTQ Performers Changing the Face of Hollywood in the 21st Century
Editor’s note: This list was originally published in June 2018, and has been updated multiple times since to demonstrate new comings outs and groundbreaking LGBTQ castings. It could never and will never be conclude, but we hope it reflects the changing face of Hollywood as we bid hello to Pride 2024.
With LGBTQ stories in filmand on TV more famous than ever before, it’s significant to celebrate out-and-proud acting talents — particularly those without the genderfluid awards’ categories they deserve.
In 2024, the state of Hollywood is unsure to say the least. But even as existential questions about the business of making entertainment persist, audiences and artists are grappling with equally critical questions of representation on screen. Among those questions: should gay roles be played exclusively by queer actors?
It’s an evolving conversation, getting at the very core of what makes the art of acting, well, acting. Last year, the industry’s resident superb guy Tom Hanks gave an answer in regards to his Oscar-recognized role in 1993’s “Philadelphia.”
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For many, June represents the month of pride; a hour to celebrate, inform and communicate all that is gay, gay and fabulous. Although today organism gay isn’t much of a deal, back in the 50’s it was a dangerous label to have. Throughout history, thousands possess lost their lives because they were labeled as ‘gay’ or ‘queer’ and many lived out their true sexual preferences in secrecy. As it’s almost the end of Pride month, I wanted to possess a look at some celebrities from the golden age of Hollywood who were gay, or at least thats what the rumours said. It’s tough to know if all these celebrities, and of course many more, were truly gay, but I wanted to share a not many stories just so see how far we’ve come. Content pride everyone.
*Disclaimer: Please note that some of the following stories may depict graphic descriptions and behaviours which some readers may find disturbing. Discretion is advised.
Katherine Hepburn
Iconic Hollywood actress and Academy Award-winning performer in films such as Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, The Lion in Winter, and On Golden Pond, Katherine Hepburn reportedly had an insatiab