These Big Stars Came Out As LBGTQ+ Recently!

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Bella Ramsey

In a January interview with 'The New York Times', 'Last of Us' star Bella Ramsey opened up about their gender identity, sharing that it has always been fluid. They expressed feeling excitement when referred to with male pronouns, and while pronouns don't matter much to them, they prefer being identified as nonbinary when it comes to gender.

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Lil Nas X

In early January, Lil Nas X sparked curiosity among his millions of followers with a tweet about his sexuality. Playfully asking if they would be upset if he identified as bisexual, he quickly followed up with humorous retweets. He then assured his fans that it would be his final coming-out announcement, having previously revealed he was gay in 2019.

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Chloe Veitch

'Too Hot to Handle' reality TV star Chloe Veitch came out as bisexual in an interview with 'The Sun', sharing her realization and relief about her sexuality. Navigating her feelings for girls had been a battle, and she felt like it was a secret until now. Veitch's appearances on straight-centric dating shows in the past contributed to her hesitation in opening up about her bisexuality.

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Jakub Jankto

Czech soccer player Jakub Jankto made history by becoming the first active international men's player to come out as gay. In a video released on February 13, he courageously shared his truth, expressing his desire to live freely and without fear. His team, AC Sparta Prague, showed unwavering support, stating that Jankto had already come out to them before and emphasized their backing for him to live his life authentically.

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Alison Brie

During a BuzzFeed 'Celebs Read Thirst Tweets' segment with her husband Dave Franco, actress Alison Brie surprised fans by revealing that she identifies as bisexual. She playfully acknowledged a tweet about being bisexual for a specific reason and high-fived her husband. Fans were excited about her unexpected reveal, especially given her role in the indie film 'Spin Me Round,' where she shared intimate scenes with fellow bisexual actress Aubrey Plaza.

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Curtis Hamilton

In January, 'Insecure' alum Curtis Hamilton made a significant announcement while revealing his involvement in the reality series 'The Real Friends of WeHo.' Coming out was a daunting experience for the actor, as he had only shared this aspect of himself with a few close people in his life. Despite the fear, Hamilton felt it was time to be open with the world about his identity, acknowledging that he still feels scared.

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Mo'Nique

Comedian and actress Mo'Nique proudly revealed her bisexuality during her Netflix comedy special 'My Name Is Mo'Nique.' She shared a heartwarming moment of coming out to her husband, who lovingly expressed that he feels the same way.

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Diplo

In a conversation on Emily Ratajkowski's podcast 'High Low' in March, Diplo shared that he identifies as "not not gay." He clarified that he doesn't want to label himself as gay but expressed openness to dating guys and prioritizes the connection and vibe over gender.

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Miss Benny

The talented 24-year-old breakout star of Netflix's 'Glamorous,' courageously came out as a transgender woman in a heartfelt essay for 'Time Magazine'. Growing up in a restrictive and conservative community in Texas, she yearned for a different body and sought an escape, which led her to LA at the age of 14. Despite facing challenges during her transition while working on 'Glamorous,' Benny found support from the show's creators, allowing her personal journey to blend with her character, "Marco Mejia". Now, she hopes her story will inspire and celebrate others who feel marginalized, offering them a place to thrive.

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Joe Tasker

In a heartfelt video released in February, Joe Tasker, the popular YouTube star and CBBC's 'Saturday Mash-Up Live!' presenter, bravely shared a significant aspect of his life. Tasker announced, "I'm gay. So there we go. That's the first bit done," and candidly discussed the internal dilemma he faced about coming out in a public manner. Additionally, he joyfully introduced his boyfriend, embracing his true self and celebrating their relationship.

As the years advance and younger generations amplify their voices, the public conversation surrounding gender and sexuality expands, bringing forth new societal norms. The understanding of gender identity and sexual orientation has become more fluid and faces less prejudice and discrimination.

Big Stars Who Embraced Their LGBTQ+ Identity recently!

While true equality remains a distant goal, celebrities with significant public platforms play a vital role in promoting acceptance by coming out to their fans.

Curious to know who's part of the LGBTQ+ class of 2023? Click through to find out!

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