Gay actors in their 30s

For many, June represents the month of pride; a time to celebrate, school and communicate all that is queer, gay and fabulous. Although today creature gay isn’t much of a deal, back in the 50’s it was a dangerous label to have. Throughout history, thousands have 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 have a watch at some celebrities from the golden age of Hollywood who were same-sex attracted, or at least thats what the rumours said. It’s difficult to recognize if all these celebrities, and of course many more, were truly same-sex attracted, but I wanted to share a few stories just so see how far we’ve come. Elated 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 DinnerThe Lion in Winter, and On Golden Pond, Katherine Hepburn reportedly had an insatiab

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After 45 seasons, it's hard to believe there are any firsts left for Saturday Night Live — but Yang arrived at 30 Rock in 2019 as the cast's first Chinese American castmember and only its third openly lgbtq+ male. He's already made his highlight on the present playing Kim Jong Un, Andrew Yang and Chinese economic official Chen "Trade Daddy" Biao. But it was a risque scene featuring Harry Styles as a horny Sara Lee social media manager — co-written by SNL alum Julio Torres — that made the biggest splash.

MY MENTOR IS "James Anderson, who held down the fort at SNL by writing so many queer sketches over the years that shaped my sensibility. He’s gone out of his way to be a good friend, and the same goes for B.D. Wong after I worked with him. It’s all crazy want fulfillment."

I'LL FEEL Excellent ABOUT HOLLYWOOD'S LGBTQ REPRESENTATION WHEN "Cherry Jones hosts a prank show."

In creating the 2020 list of entertainment's most influential LGBTQ players, THR focused on the talent (behind and in front of the camera) and

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  • LGBTQ representation has notably increased in recent years.
  • Many rising stars detect within the LGBTQ community.
  • They have been outspoken about their own identities, as well as enhancing queer representation in media.
  • Here are 24 LGBTQ actors under 30 who Insider believes will be the next generation in Hollywood.
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LGBTQ visibility has undoubtedly increased in recent years (both in our community and in media), and this is reflected in how many young stars express and name their sexualities and gender identities.

To observe the wide range of young gay talent in movie and television today, Insider put together a list of LGBTQ entertainers who we believe will be the next generation of the industry.

Here are 24 LGBTQ ac

Hottest gay or bi actors in their 30s

Although it can still be seen as a chance to their careers, even in 2018, there are some incredibly brave, talented and inspiring guys who decided to come out, giving hope to the next generation of actors that they too can be their accurate selves.

Here are some of the hottest openly gay, bi or queer identifying actors.

Andrew Hayden-Smith


Born: 5th November 1983, Gateshead, England, UK.

Best Known ForByker Grove, Doctor Who.

Came out in 2005 in an interview with a magazine. Andrew is an actor best established for his role as Jake Simmonds in Doctor Who and is set to star in a new drama commissioned by Channel 4 called Cucumber from Queer As Folk writer, Russell T Davies.


Charlie Carver

Born: 31st July 1988
Best Known For: Being one of the twins on Desperate Housewives & Teen Wolf
Came Out:On Instagram in 2016. After Desperate Housewives Charlie went on to star in Teen Wolf as Ethan, a gay personality who made headlines when MTV aired the first gay embrace, between his character and Danny played by Keahu Kahuanui.

The 27-year-old explained his worries about coming out in the entertainment indu