Gay actresses in hollywood

With LGBTQ stories at their most popular ever in Hollywood, we celebrate these out-and-proud acting talents. Editor’s note: This list was originally published in June , and has been updated. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. TM Obscura is a writer with a passion for pop culture and a penchant for analysis. She frequently covers film, television, and representations of women in the media.

Gay Hollywood: 45 Out and Proud LGBT Stars (Photos) From actress Jane Lynch to actor Zachary Quinto to talk show host Ellen DeGeneres, stars who serve as inspirations for Pride Month. All of these famous lesbians and celebrities identify as either a lesbian , gay, a gay woman, or a dyke. You can also check out our roundups of bisexual celebrities and pansexual celebrities getting real about their identities and speaking about sexuality. Author Jacqueline Wilson came out publicly in at the age of 74, although she said her relationship with her partner Trish had never been a secret.

GAY TIMES has curated a list of unmissable actresses that have been outspoken about their LGBTQ+ identity in the acting industry. Back in the days of the Hays Code, from the s to the s, movies depicting same-sex love interests were censored by studios. Look no further than Old Hollywood actor Rock Hudson, whose homosexuality remained a tightly guarded secret during the height of his fame. Likewise, both the entertainment industry and society have made strides since the heyday of Rock Hudson, at least in terms of how both those entities approach and accept sexual identity.

So here are all of the celebrities who have bravely come out as LGBTQ + in so far!. From an early age I have had a passion for films and had the pleasure of working in an art house cinema, while undertaking my PhD, which hosted Edinburgh International Film Festival. Though I had crushes on actresses I also looked to female actresses for inspiration - gals with gusto who were adventurous, daring, entrepreneurial and The Sewing Circle On reading Axel Madsen's The Sewing Circle I wanted to run around with joy on discovering some of Hollywood's greatest and elegant female icons were bi or lesbian actresses.