Gay film actors

Alia Shawkat

Everyone’s favorite “Arrested Development” star played Ilana’s lover on “Broad City” before publicly coming out as bisexual, ushering in queer roles from “Transparent” to “Duck Butter,” for which she also wrote the script. “Now I consider myself bisexual, and I think balancing my male and female energies has been a big part of me growing as an actor,” she told Out in 2017.

For him, sex and relationships are private, personal things; thus, they should not be let to make a difference in the people's preferences by public opinion.

Lena Waithe

Being so popular because of "Westworld," Lena openly says that she is a lesbian, and although it is not something that she really speaks on, she nevertheless remains open to discussion of this topic. It was only back in 2012 that Parsons openly came out of the closet as gay, marking a significant moment for openly gay actors in Hollywood.

It was only after their separation that Nixon began to acknowledge her attraction to women rather than men. His intense screen presence and versatility have made him a standout performer in genre entertainment.

He came out as gay in 2011, citing a sense of responsibility after the suicide of a gay teen made headlines.

She initially identified as bisexual in 2012 but has identified as queer starting in 2018.

Nixon has accepted herself and is in a happy relationship with Christine Marinoni. His talent and precision have made him a standout in both stage and screen.

Wong came out in the 2000s and has spoken openly about parenting, identity, and advocacy.

His career did not suffer post-coming out. Speaking directly to the world about her own bisexuality, from that moment on, she became an active fighter for sexual minorities' rights, and she hasn't stopped raising this problem since then, together with efforts to spread beliefs in inclusivity and understanding throughout the world.

Ben Whishaw

Ben Whishaw, a charming British actor, became famous in Hollywood for to his appearance in "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer." He woke up to fame en masse and to a large female fan community among other things associated with the status that were not his chief goals.

In her usual way of strong revelation during one of her public speeches, she said that actually, she could fall in love with men and women. He frequently uses his platform to discuss body image, mental health, and gay representation.

Dan Levy

Dan Levy co-created and starred in ‘Schitt’s Creek’, a show that redefined inclusive storytelling with heart and humor.

Porter embodies resilience, talent, and activism, making him a key figure in promoting acceptance and understanding within and beyond the LGBTQIA+ community.

BD Wong

BD Wong, an acclaimed actor with a rich career spanning theater, television, and film, has been a prominent figure in Hollywood for decades. He continues to work across genres and challenge Hollywood’s expectations.

Charlie Carver

Charlie Carver gained fame with roles in ‘Teen Wolf’ and ‘The Boys in the Band’.

Her mother, with whom Ruby is very close to, is one of the first to learn about her orientation. His boy-next-door looks and emotional vulnerability make him a standout performer.

Tovey came out as a teenager and has been a steady presence in both UK and US entertainment. From Oscar winners to TV mainstays and Broadway legends, these stars continue to light up the screen while pushing boundaries and reshaping what it means to be an actor in the modern world.

Neil Patrick Harris

Neil Patrick Harris skyrocketed to fame as the teenage medical prodigy in ‘Doogie Howser, M.D.’ but reached new levels of stardom with his role as Barney Stinson in the hit sitcom ‘How I Met Your Mother’.

They met while "Bright Star" was in the making, as Whishaw was acting in it and Mark Bradshaw did the music. However, of all these struggles, Ruby Rose emerges as one of the heavyweights within the entertainment world, but not just hailed and praised for acting alone: she stands out as an advocate speaking out for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.

Cara Delevingne

Cara Delevingne, the rising star of the movies "London Fields," "Tulip Fever," and "Pan: Journey to Neverland," very bravely declared her non-straight sexual orientation.