In a growingly inclusive world, it is now possible for LGBTQ celebrities to assume their romantic preferences without a worry. Still, there's big a chance you had no idea that some of these celebrities on our list weren't straight!

To clear things up, we bring you the complete list of famous actors, TV personalities, models, and singers who happen to 'play for the other team'. From accomplished gentlemen like Ian McKellen to adventurous young pop stars like Miley Cyrus, there's a place for every major LGBTQ celebrity in our list.

 

Jodie Foster

American actress Jodie Foster is one of the most accomplished women working on the big screen during the last few decades. Mainly known for her notable role as Clarice Starling in The Silence of the Lambs, she made her movie debut as a child actor in 1970, with the TV production Menace on the Mountain.

Additionally, Foster appeared in hit films such as Inside Man, Taxi Driver, Panic Room, and Maverick. Despite being a huge star, Foster tries to keep her private life as private as possible. In 2014, she tied the knot with American director, photographer, and actress Alexandra Hedison.

Caitlyn Jenner

In 2015, American TV personality and former Olympic gold-medalist Caitlyn Jenner started her gender transition process. The news did cause a sensation amongst the paparazzi and celebrity media. Caitlyn (already a major public figure) became one of the most famous American members of the LGBTQ community.

Previously she was famous as an athlete and a Keeping Up with the Kardashians' regular. Caitlyn is now giving back by working as a defender of transwomen rights and as an LGBTQ spokesperson.

Ellen DeGeneres

There's no way we're getting to the end of our list without mentioning Ellen DeGeneres. Yes, every single public figure takes a risk when leaving the closet. But over two decades ago, Ellen put her professional life on the line when she came out on live TV in front of 42 million people!

Luckily, she was able to continue doing what she does best—hosting prime-quality daytime television. She's become one of the best-known LGBTQ symbols in the world. In 2008, she tied the knot with the model/philanthropist Portia De Rossi.

Ruby Rose

 

While some people can hide their truth and wait for the best moment to shout it out, Australian model Ruby Rose was not so lucky... She came out when she was only 12 years old, and she was abused and taunted in school about it—to the point of attempting suicide.

Luckily, Ruby was able to get past that dark period of her childhood to become a highly-successful model and TV presenter. She hosted Australia's Next Top Model and eventually made it to the US to work as an actress. She's appeared in productions such as Orange Is the New Black, The Meg, and Pitch Perfect 3.

 

Kristen Stewart

Kristen Stewart had lived every teenage girl's dream. She portrayed Bella Swan in the Twilight movies and dated fellow actor Robert Pattinson in real life. It seemed like everything was going great for the talented young actress, and yet, she wasn't living her truth.

Kristen came out of the closet in 2017, during a Saturday Night Live monologue. Since then, she's been highly popular in the LGBTQ community, and she's been associated with several women. In 2019, it looks like Kristen is finally ready to settle down, as she assumed she was prepared to propose to her current girlfriend, screenwriter Dylan Meyer.

Kelly McGillis

She might’ve been married twice, both times to men, but as it turned out, Kelly McGillis isn’t at all straight. In fact, she was in a long and public relationship with Melanie Leis. She met Melanie in the early 2000s, at the restaurant that she owned with her ex-husband.

McGillis came out in 2009, and a year later, she got a civil partnership with her partner. However, in 2011, they had it annulled. Ever since then, there hasn't been any news regarding her relationship status. She’s been teaching acting in North Carolina for the past years, though. Kelly became famous for playing in films like Top Gun and The Witness.

Evan Rachel Wood

 

American actress Evan Rachel Wood is charming movie-goers since she was 9 years old! She started as a child actress in the 1997 film Digging to China and has later made a name for herself with appearances in movies such as Thirteen, The Wrestler, and Across The Universe.

Formerly linked to actor/dancer Jamie Bell, musician Zach Villa, and industrial-rock legend Marilyn Manson, Evan Rachel Wood has recently admitted being attracted to women. In celebrity news, she was associated with actress Katerine Moennig, but the relationship rumors were never truly confirmed.

 

 

 

Bella Thorne

The beautiful Bella Thorne is more than used to the world of fame. She's a former child star and an active actress, director, and singer from Pembroke Pines, Florida. Known for movies like Duff, Blended, and Midnight Sun, Bella is currently dating the singer Benjamin Mascolo. However, that doesn't mean she doesn't get tons of fun on the other side...

In 2019, Bella posted a picture on Instagram, where she appeared in bed with an anonymous girl. Her boyfriend showed nothing but support for this romantic endeavor. Enjoying the freedom of her youthful years, Bella was recently involved with the Internet influencer Tana Mongeau.

Ryan Russell

 

In 2018, NFL defensive end Ryan Russell struggled with depression following the passing of his former teammate Joseph Gilliam. In the same year, his time with the Buffalo Bills was cut short after 2 months of playing with them. He was first drafted in 2015 and played for the Dallas Cowboys and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

As a free agent, Russell came out as gay in 2019. He is now looking for a new opportunity at the NFL while living in Los Angeles with his boyfriend Corey O'Brien, who is a dancer. You can follow Russell and O'Brien's day-to-day life through their YouTube channel, Corey & Russ.

Sarah Paulson

In 2020, actress Sarah Paulson will be busier than ever! She's preparing to star in the upcoming TV series Mrs. America and Ratched. She also has an upcoming movie called Run. Previous milestones of her acting career include important parts in films such as 12 Years a Slave, Carol, and Glass.

Outside the studio set, Sarah has recently found love in the arms of Holland Taylor, an actress/playwright that's 30 years older than her. While she was quickly labeled by the media as a lesbian, she has admitted she's not ready to accept any sort of pre-established designations to describe her love life.

Ellen Page

In 2007, the little Ellen Page charmed viewers all over the world with her touching depiction of a pregnant teenage girl in the Indie movie Juno. That breakthrough role allowed her to be cast for further outstanding Hollywood productions such as Inception and X-Men: Days of Future Past.

After years of keeping her romantic preferences private, Ellen decided to come out in 2014, putting an end to countless rumors. Since then, she's been working actively in defense of LGBTQ rights. In 2018, she married the professional dancer and choreographer Emma Portner.

Julianne Hough

Although she describes herself as not straight, to be specific, all of Julianne Hough’s public relationships have been with men. In fact, in 2013, Julianne got married to Brooks Laich, a professional ice hockey player. They apparently share an incredible bond.

Julianne only recently shared this information with the public. In fact, it was in late 2019 that she talked about her orientation in an interview. Overall, as a dancer, she’s been able to win Dancing with the Stars twice now. In 2019, she also became a judge on America’s Got Talent.

Dusty Springfield

When she started out her career, Dusty Springfield was understandably afraid of coming out. However, she eventually did and was able to live her life to the fullest. Dusty was never a person to shy away from adventure since her life was full of it.

Her songs like If You Go Away and Son of a Preacher Man are still known to the day. She passed away at the age of 59 in 1999. Some of her most memorable relationships were the ones with Norma Tanega in the ‘60s and ‘70s and Teda Bracci in 1982.

 

Ian McKellen

Back when the term LGBTQ wasn't even around, Sir Ian McKellen was already paving the way for men and women celebrities who were still fearfully hiding in the closet. This legend of the big screen dated Brian Thomas from 1964 to 1972 and was romantically involved with the Welsh director Sean Mathias for 10 years.

Ian McKellen's outstanding acting career is indissociable from his classic part as 'Gandalf' in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. And yet, he appeared in over 100 movies during the last 6 decades! Outstandingly, McKellen will continue working in 2020, as he's expected to appear in the upcoming movies Schadenfreude and Hamlet Revenant.

Harry Styles

Ever since One Direction blew up, people have been wondering about whether or not Harry Styles is gay. He seems to not have given it any thought, though. According to him, different orientations are fun, and he really doesn’t seem to be bothered by all the rumors.

Meanwhile, ever since 2011, when he first became famous, he has gone into quite public relationships. He only had female partners and even Taylor Swift was one of them. No matter what, his solo career is looking incredible right now. He’s even nominated for 2 awards at the 2020 BRIT Awards.

Little Richard

 

Richard Wayne Penniman, commonly referred to as Little Richard, is an American musician, singer, and songwriter. Since the unexpected trigger of his career in 1947, Richard went on to place the groundwork for rock and roll music. He struggled most of his life due to his skin color and his family's firm beliefs.

His career came to an end in 2013, when he announced his retirement following his lengthy and successful career. In regards to his personal orientation, Richard has explicitly stated that he's gay. However, he has also had interactions with women over the years, which leads us to question his statement.

Meredith Baxter

 

The now 72-year-old American actress and producer Meredith Baxter gained fame for her roles as Nacy Lawrence in Family and Elyse Donnelly Keaton in Family Ties. Even after nearly five decades, Baxter is still active in her career. She had three failed marriages, from which she gave birth to five children.

After her marriages failed, she came out as a lesbian in 2009. She has been in a romantic relationship with Nancy Locke since 2005, and the couple tied the knot in December 2013. Following the discovery of her personal orientation, Baxter's unsuccessful marriages with men began to make sense.

Don Lemon

 

American television journalist Don Lemon is one of the few openly gay men in the broadcasting industry. He proudly got engaged with the real estate agent Tim Malone in 2019. Don Lemon first came out in 2011, back when he released his memoirs book Transparent.

He first got his start in the local news of Alabama and Pennsylvania. Don then landed the opportunity of working in nation-wide broadcasting when he became an NBC correspondent. Later, he found a place in the CNN network. Don is currently known for hosting CNN Tonight with Don Lemon.

Jameela Jamil

Jameela Jamil has been part of our televisions for almost a decade now. Given that she’s also been in a relationship with James Blake ever since 2015, we were all amazed to see her coming out as queer in early 2020. With all fairness, Jameela has always been open about her beliefs.

In fact, even in her personal Instagram account, she identifies as a feminist in the making. Since 2016, she’s been acting in The Good Place, which has just aired its fourth season. Jamil also has many projects scheduled for the future, including Mira, Royal Detective.

Lil Nas X

In the course of a single year, Lil Nas X went from sharing an apartment with his sister to having a $4 million net worth. Through his collaboration with Billy Ray Cyrus, Old Town Road, Lil Nas X broke chart records and became incredibly famous.

Not only did he find incredible amounts of success, but he was also finally able to come out as gay. He did so on his Social Media accounts, and immediately found support and love from most of his fans. In 2020, he even played in a Doritos Super Bowl commercial with Sam Elliott.

David Hyde Pierce

 

Did you know that Dr. Niles Crane from Frasier is part of the LGBTQ community? We were as surprised as you when we found out. But as it turns out, David Hyde Pierce has been married to the American writer/producer Brian Hargrove since 2008.

While Frasier is by far David Hyde's best-known project, he has appeared in several other productions, too. He starred in movies like Down With Love, Wet Hot American Summer, and A Bugs' Life. In 2020, he will be playing a priest in a film called The Georgetown Project.

George Takei

 

Star Trek superstar and sci-fi hero George Takei has never tried to hide his romantic preferences. He's been a tireless defender of LGBTQ rights for years, working actively in state and local politics to ensure better rights and living conditions for the community.

Additionally, Takei has opened an LGBTQ-oriented night club in Los Angeles, where he met his husband, Brad Altman. He is an outspoken opponent of Donald Trump's policies towards immigration and has been one of the most politically relevant celebrities of the past few decades. Especially when it comes to defending the LGBTQ community.

Halsey

She’s been incredibly outspoken about being bi, so seeing Halsey hanging out with Ruby Rose comes as no surprise. In fact, they’ve been friends for a few years now, but they're not in a relationship. Halsey only just revealed that she's dating Evan Peters from American Horror Story through her Instagram account.

She’s also just released a new album called Manic in early 2020 accompanied by a single titled You Should Be Sad. She’s only 25 years old and has already attracted international attention, so what’s to come is hard to tell! She’s speculated to have earned a $15 million fortune.

Zachary Quinto

When the hit series Heroes first aired on NBC, Zachary Quinto—playing the part of the villain 'Sylar'—quickly became one of the show's most popular actors. Soon enough, he made the transition to the movies with a bang when he was cast to play the difficult role of 'Spock' in the 2009 Star Trek movie.

In 2013, Quinto reprised his Spock role in Star Trek Into Darkness, and later in the 2016 production Star Trek Beyond. Quinto dated the American model Miles McMillan for 6 years, but the two have recently parted ways.

Lily Tomlin

At the age of 80, the beautiful American actress/comedian Lily Tomlin is one of the oldest celebrities on our list. With over 65 credits in her filmography, Lily is a standard nome in the show business. She has appeared in timeless movies like Nashville, Grandma, I Heart Huckabees, and Nine to Five.

In 2017, Tomlin's career was celebrated with the attribution of the Screen Writer's Guild Life Achievement Award. She is married to her longtime partner Jane Wagner since 2013. Jane is an American writer and producer who's collaborated with Lily in multiple on-screen and theater productions such as The Incredible Shrinking Woman.

Lance Bass

 

Singer, dancer, actor, producer, and author Lance Bass was born to work in the show business. He first became famous as a member of the highly popular 90s boy band NSYNC. Later, he made his acting debut with the 2001 movie On the Line. He also created a music management company, the Free Lance Entertainment.

In 2014, Lance tied the knot with longtime partner Michael Turchin and did so in spectacular style! For the first time, this kind of wedding was presented live on cable television. Through the TV special titled Lance Loves Michael: The Lance Bass Wedding, the couple publically exchanged their vows.

Cynthia Nixon

 

Known for her classic role as Miranda Hobbes, Cynthia Nixon is an American actress and activist. She was married to actor Danny Mozes from 1988 to 2003 before she tied the knot with longtime partner Christine Marinoni in 2012. Cynthia and Christine met during an LGBTQ rally and have one child, Max Ellington Nixon-Marinoni.

In 2018, Cynthia announced she was running for the seat of Governor of New York, as a challenge to the man who's currently in charge, Andrew Cuomo. In 2013, she was awarded Yale University's Artist for Equality prize and with the Human Rights Campaign's Visibility Award.

Michelle Rodriguez

American actress Michelle Rodriguez could not have made a bigger impact with her debut movie. Embodying a female boxer in the 2000 sports drama Girlfight, Michelle was quickly drafted to the big league. One year later, she was cast to appear in The Fast and the Furious, and in 2002, she was playing in movies like Resident Evil and Blue Crush.

Michelle, who is assumed to be attracted to both men and women, accompanied fellow actress Cara Delevingne to a sports match in 2014. Their relationship was a short one, but interesting enough to cause a frenzy in the media and fans.

Jillian Michaels

American personal trainer/TV personality Jillian Michaels was in a domestic partnership with the yoga instructor Heidi Rhoades from 2009 to 2018. Despite sharing 2 children, Michaels and Rhoades were not able to get past their differences and have been separated for over a year now.

Jillian Michaels became a familiar face of the audience after appearing on The Biggest Loser. She has since then developed her work on television and gained recognition as a symbol of wellness and fitness. You can see her in shows like The Doctors, Sweat INC., and Just Jillian.

Miley Cyrus

American pop star Miley Cyrus started as Disney Channel's innocent-looking Hannah Montana but has since gained a reputation for her rebellious attitude. In her romantic life, Miley is a free-lover with a lot of stories to feed the press. She was recently married to actor Liam Hemsworth, but the couple called things off after only one year.

Most recently, Miley was seen in the company of Kaitlynn Carter, a famous blogger known as Brody Jenner's ex-wife. Previously, she dated Belgian model Stella Maxwell and celebrities like actor Jared Leto, rapper Mike Will Made-It, singer Justin Gaston, and Jonas Brothers' Nick Jonas.

Lindsay Lohan

Former teen actress Lindsay Lohan has been a controversial figure for over a decade now. She has left a bigger impression through her off-set adventures than with her work in making movies. In 2009, she put an end to her relationship with DJ Samantha Robson, which she considered to be toxic.

A couple of years later, Lindsay said in an interview that she and Samantha were able to continue being together as friends. After a troubled period, Lindsay returned to acting in 2018, with the TV series Sick Note; one year later, she appeared in the action/drama film Among the Shadows.

Jim Parsons

There's no doubt that The Big Bang Theory wouldn't have been half as popular if it wasn't for the outstanding performance of Jim Parsons. He played the socially-awkward scientist Sheldon Cooper amazingly. Besides being a very talented actor, Parsons is also an outspoken ambassador of the LGBTQ movement.

In 2017, Parsons tied the knot with art director Todd Spiewak, his long-time boyfriend. He came out in 2012 with the help of a New York Times article. In 2020, he is set to appear in the upcoming LGBTQ-relevant film The Boys in the Band.

Paris Jackson

As the daughter of Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, Paris Jackson's popularity was quite apparent. She came into the spotlight, especially following her father's death. Now, at the age of 21, she is both a model and an actress with over 3.5 million Instagram followers. 

Although Jackson does not particularly identify herself as someone attracted to both men and women, she does openly admit herself as part of the LGBTQ community. In her feature in Rolling Stone magazine, she mentioned that her father raised her in a very open-minded environment.

Tessa Thompson

Tessa Thompson is an American actress who has African, Caucasian, and Mexican ancestry. The stunning 36-year-old captured the hearts of her fans when she portrayed the role of Tina Mabry in Mississippi Damned. Some of her other appearances were in Creed, Annihilation, and Avengers: Endgame. 

Since the beginning of her career in 2002, Thompson has already performed in theatre, television, and film. In 2018, she stated that she has an attraction towards both men and women. She is reportedly dating the singer Janelle Monae, who also shares the same personal orientation as Thompson.

 

Jane Lynch

Unlike most LGBTQ actresses in our list, American comedian Jane Lynch is very often cast to play the lesbian role in movies. Maybe she just looks like the pre-conceived public notion of a lesbian. Or maybe, she's just too good at playing the odd female character, as she did in the movies Paul and Role Models.

A complete tomboy while growing up, Jane married the director and producer Lara Embry in 2010, but the two women have sadly decided to divorce just 4 years after. Close to being 60 years old, Jane will be appearing in the upcoming TV movie Fairy Tale Forest.

Raven-Symoné

Actress Raven-Symoné knew she was attracted to women when she was only 12 years old. However, she waited for over 15 years before coming out of the closet. In 2015, she publically assumed her relationship with the actress AzMarie Livingston, who is best known for her roles in Precious and Empire.

Raven and AzMarie parted ways also in 2015, after dating for close to 3 years. A popular figure in the show business world for what seems like ages, Raven is mainly recognized for her remarkable appearances on The Cosby Show and That's So Raven.

Guillermo Diaz

Actor Guillermo Díaz has tried to hide his true nature for years while in school. Now a celebrated TV actor, he's finally been able to open up about his romantic preferences. In 2013, he was nominated by OUT magazine as one of the top 100 most influential LGBTQ personalities in the world.

Besides being an important representant of the LGBTQ culture, Guillermo is a one-of-a-kind fan of Madonna. The Scandal, Law & Order, and Girls actor loves Madonna's music so much that he has decided to tattoo her face on his right arm!

Maria Bello

While the once-secret LGBTQ members have dreamed for years of being able to publically identify themselves, today's trend seems to be pointing in the opposite direction. People are now finally free to assume their true nature, and labels seem to have become the real enemy. At least that's the opinion of actress Maria Bello.

She doesn't want to label herself as a lesbian, despite being in a relationship with the media executive Clare Munn. We couldn't agree more for love is always love, regardless of gender, race, or social status. In 2020, Maria will be appearing in the upcoming movie The Water Man.

Marlon Brando

Legendary actor Marlon Brando lived in a different day and age—back when the term LGBTQ wasn't even around. Today, a biographer by the name of Darwin Porter has claimed that Marlon was romantically involved with several men during his life.
A known womanizer, Brando was supposedly involved with actors Montgomery Clift, John Gielgud, and Cary Grant. Darwin Potter has also mentioned in his biography that Marlon was once James Dean's boyfriend. Imagining two of the world's biggest hunks together as a couple is not an easy task. Still, there's a good chance that it did happen!

Mel B

The beautiful singer and TV personality Mel B rose to prominence as a member of the classic British girl group Spice Girls. Since the band's separation, she's been mainly busy working as a judge in the Australian and British editions of The X Factor.

Known for her straight relationships with Max Beesley and Eddie Murphy, Mel B has also tried her luck with girls. In the past, the Scary Spice dated the American filmmaker Christine Crokos for over 4 years. Additionally, a woman named Christa Parker has told the press that she had been previously involved with Mel B. This was never officially confirmed, though.

Beth Ditto

In the early 2000s, the LGBTQ community was looking for a rockstar hero, and Beth Ditto was ready to step into that role. As the lead singer of the alternative rock band Gossip, Ditto became an outspoken LGBTQ representant. She was even named 'the coolest person on the planet' by feminist Australian writer Germaine Greer.

Besides being a defender of free love and same-gender marriage, Ditto has also been an advocate against body-shaming. In fact, she has inspired countless larger women with her confidence and sense of righteousness. In 2017, she released her debut solo record titled Fake Sugar.

Queen Latifah

Actress and rapper Queen Latifah is one of the strongest female celebrities around, and she's been a vocal defender of LGBTQ rights for years. With participation in over 100 movies, Latifah was still able to find the time to officiate the wedding of 33 same-gender couples in 2014.

Now dating Eboni Nichols, a Hollywood dancer with appearances in productions like Dreamgirls and Hairspray, Queen Latifah will continue being one of the world's busiest celebrities in 2020. She is set to appear in the TV series When the Street Lights Go On and in the movies Paper Chase and King of the South.

David Cronenberg & Viggo Mortensen

For a special entry on our list, let's have a look at David Cronenberg and Viggo Mortensen. While none of these two men is considered to be openly gay, their work is heavily directed at the LGBTQ community. After all, the notable director and actor duo gave us the 2007 action drama Eastern Promises.

In Eastern Promises, starring Mortensen, Cronenberg tells a gangster story with a twist. According to a CBC interview, he intended to include a subliminal message of same-gender romance within the movie's violence. When Eastern Promises was released, Cronenberg told the press he believed every male group was mainly dominated by carnal-related idiosyncrasies.

 

Sara Gilbert

American actress, director, and producer Sara Gilbert dated fellow Roseanne co-star Johnny Galecki for a while before realizing she was into girls. A founder member of the popular talk-show The View, Sara has remained close friends with Galecki even after the break-up.

After coming out, Sara was involved with the Canadian-American TV producer Ali Adler for years; the two even share a son, Levi Hank. In 2011, Sara and Adler announced their amicable separation. Now, Gilbert is in a relationship with musician Linda Perry, who's best known as the former lead singer of the 4 Non Blondes music group.

Lauren Morelli

Pittsburgh native Lauren Morelli was initially a dancer. However, a back injury put a period on her dancing career. While mourning the loss of her dreams, a professor at Marymount Manhattan College, encouraged her to become a writer.

After beginning her career in writing short stories and blog posts, she went on to acquire an official title as a screenwriter. Her big break came when Morelli accepted the job as the lead writer in the Netflix series Orange Is the New Black. She was the wife of Steve Basilone before coming out as a lesbian. Today, she is in wedded bliss with the actress Samira Wiley.

Billie Jean King

Billie Jean King is a retired professional tennis player who won 39 Grand Slam titles during her tenure. She is an avid supporter of gender equality and social justice. Billie Jean married Larry King and remained with him even after she discovered her personal orientation.

Growing up in a Methodist family, Billie Jean knew that her parents were homophobic. After battling to keep her emotions at bay, she finally came out to her parents at the age of 51. Today, at age 76, Billie Jean is the happy wife of her tennis player Ilana Kloss.

Wentworth Miller

When Wentworth Miller came out of the closet, many women were left with nothing but a broken heart and a sense of loss. This Hollywood hunk got a lot of female attention after starring in the hit show Prison Break. But it turns out, he was never into his female admirers.

While the details of Miller's private life are often kept private, he's been linked to the fellow Canadian actor Luke Macfarlane. As gay lovers, Miller and Macfarlane are clearly one of the best-looking LGBTQ celebrity couples out there in Hollywood!

Ricky Martin

Just like Wentworth Miller, Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin was a lot of woman's favorite before coming out of the closet. Ricky dated the Mexican TV host Rebecca de Alba for over 10 years before finally realizing his heart was beating for men and men only.

Now happily living his truth, Ricky Martin has continued working as a successful musician. In 2017, he married the Syrian-born painter and artist Jwan Yosef, with whom he shares two children named Renn and Lucia. To this day, Ricky's best-known song is still the '90s Latin hit Livin' La Vida Loca.

Amber Heard

 

Amber Heard is an American actress and model who publicly came out of the closet in 2010. She doesn't identify herself under a particular category in the LGBTQ community. However, Heard has had relationships with both men and women in the past. She had a four-year-long relationship with Tasya van Ree.

Between the years 2015 and 2017, Heard was married to the actor Johnny Depp. Their marriage ended in a rather ugly divorce. She discussed with People that coming out to her mom and dad was an uncomfortable situation. Even though they were unhappy at first, they are now supportive. 

Anderson Cooper

Coming from the Vanderbilt family, there's a chance news host/journalist Anderson Cooper pondered for a long time before coming out to his parents. But since he's become a public figure, Cooper has never distanced himself from the LGBTQ community, being proudly open about his romantic preferences.

Cooper dated the Hunter College graduate Benjamin Maisani for years, but the two never got married and have split up in 2018. Right now, Anderson Cooper is one of the busiest personalities in broadcasting television, hosting the show Anderson Cooper 360º on CNN. From 2011 to 2013, he was responsible for presenting the daytime talk show Anderson Cooper Live.

Sam Smith

If there's a beautiful male-led ballad playing on your radio, there's a big chance you're listening to a Sam Smith song. The English singer/songwriter is one of the world's biggest chart-topping stars, and he's also a proud member of the LGBTQ community.

Smith and 13 Reasons Why star Brandon Flynn dated for a couple of years before breaking up in 2018. In a 2017 interview, Smith claimed he identified as non-binary, meaning he considers himself to be neither male nor female. Sam Smith's latest record, The Thrill of It All, became a certified Platinum record in over 6 countries.

Olivia Wilde

The beautiful and talented Olivia Wilde began charming viewers ever since she got her breakthrough role in the Fox network series House. For the past few years, she's been working actively as a movie actress, with appearances in productions such as Drinking Buddies, Rush, and Love the Coopers.

Engaged to actor Jason Sudeikis since 2011, Olivia has publically confessed she's not only attracted to men but also women... The revelation caused a frenzy in the LGBTQ community, as people cannot wait to see her in the company of a female lover. For now, the scenario looks extremely unlikely, as Olivia and Jason are very committed to one another.

Darren Young

On August 15, 2013, WWE's Darren Young became the first famous wrestler to come out while still working as a professional wrestler. Young's confession happened quite unexpectedly—at an airport! He then had appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show as well as Total Divas, a reality-TV series focused on female professional wrestlers.

While it's not very common to find LGBTQ wrestlers, former pro fighters like Pat Patterson, Chris Kanyon, and Orlando Jordan all came out after a successful career in the sports entertainment business. Now away from WWE, Darren Young is touring the wrestling circuit independently.

Ezra Miller

Ezra Miller has always been a peculiar celebrity figure. In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter, he identified as queer and claimed he barely considered himself to be human. As you can tell, Ezra is not a big fan of labels, although he's embraced the LGBTQ community.

Working as an actor for over one decade, Ezra gained notoriety after appearing in the acclaimed drama We Need to Talk About Kevin. Later, he was featured in movies such as Trainwreck, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.

Gillian Anderson

American actress/activist Gillian Anderson is best known for her role as Dana Scully in the popular sci-fi series The X-Files. Formerly married to the art director Clyde Kotz and the documentary-maker Julian Ozanne (both men), Gillian has confessed to being romantically involved with women in the past.

Gillian has decided to publicly assume her past relationships with women following the death of a former high school girlfriend. She died of a brain tumor in 2011, and Gillian felt like she needed to honor her soul by recollecting their involvement. In 2020, Gillian will be working as a voice actress in the upcoming videogame Squadron 42.

Kate McKinnon

American comedian Kate McKinnon is one of the funniest women around the Hollywood circuit. She's a Saturday Night Live regular, and she's acted in movies such as Ghostbusters and The Spy Who Dumped Me. Besides that, she is also a vegetarian and a fan of quantum mechanics.

In her love life, Kate is assumed to be more into women than men. A proud member of the LGBTQ community, she's been dating the actress Jackie Abbott since 2017. Kate and Jackie were first seen together during the 2017 Emmys ceremony, back when Kate was given the award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.

Brittney Griner

2013 was a special year for the formerly-closeted LGBTQ professional American athletes. NBA professional athlete Jason Collins had just come out, and WNBA's center Brittney Griner decided to take the cue and do the same. Shortly after, she signed a lucrative endorsement deal with Nike.

In 2014, Brittney became engaged with fellow WNBA athlete Glory Johnson, but things didn't go as well as expected. After only 8 months, both women were arrested on charges of assault and faced a 7 games suspension. Brittney and Glory became officially divorced in 2016. At the time, Glory was the recent mother of 2 illegitimate twin children named Ava Simone and Solei Diem.

Aubrey Plaza

Mainly known for her cynical—but super funny—part as April Ludgate in Parks and Recreation, Aubrey Plaza is yet another major female superstar who's attracted to girls. However, she shares the same passion for men. After all, she's married to the American screenwriter/director Jeff Baena since 2011.

Aubrey is one of the most promising stars in the world right now. She's appeared in movies such as The To Do List, Safety Not Guaranteed, and Ingrid Goes West. In 2020, she will be extremely busy, as she's set to appear in 3 new movies. One of them is the animated film titled The Ark and the Aardvark.

Perez Hilton

Perez Hilton is an American blogger best known for his remarkable celebrity news website PerezHilton.com. He is a hardworking Internet personality. Perez Hilton hosts a podcast with Chris Booker. He also keeps two active YouTube channels in addition to his blog. Himself, a member of the LGBTQ community, Hilton, is controversially known for outing celebrities online.

In 2010, Perez was in the It Gets Better Project. American author Dan Savage started it as a way to combat bullying and suicide amongst the LGBTQ community. In 2008, Perez released the satirical song The Clap in collaboration with music producer Lucian Piane.

Mondo Guerra

Mondo Guerra is a Mexican-American fashion designer. He became famous after finishing second in the 8th season of Fashion Runway. While participating in the television contest, Mondo did confess to being HIV-positive. Since then, he's been working in multiple campaigns supporting HIV-related causes.

In 2012, Mondo did participate in the first-ever Project Runway All Stars series. This time, he was able to finish in the first place. Since then, Mondo's been making occasional appearances on the show, working as a judge, or helping contestants. Mondo did design a gown for Blair St. Clair, a RuPaul's Drag Race season 10 contestant.

Cara Delevingne

Cara Delevingne started as a model, but she made a name for herself in front of the movie cameras. After a sensational breakthrough role in Paper Towns, Cara has almost immediately acquired a place amongst the Hollywood A-listers. She's later appeared in movies such as Suicide Squad and Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets.

An LGBTQ representant all the way through, Cara's currently dating the Pretty Little Liars' star Ashley Benson. The two met in 2018 while working together for the movie Her Smell and have been inseparable ever since.

Johnny Weir

Mainly known for his outstanding career as a professional figure skater, Johnny Weir has later worked as a fashion designer and television commentator. He's also been a proud representer of the LGBTQ community since he came out in 2011, with the book Welcome to My World.

Weir was married to the lawyer Victor Voronov from 2011 to 2015. However, things did not end up well for the former LGBTQ couple. In 2014, Voronov accused Weir of domestic violence and sued him for defamation. Their messy public separation included claims of physical abuse and a public exposition of Weir's herpes infection. Yikes!

Samantha Fox

In the late ‘90s, rumors started going around that Samantha Fox was a lesbian. It wasn’t until some years later when she actually found the courage to come out. According to her, she had never been in love before she met her partner, Myra Stratton. They even had a civil partnership since 2009.

However, Myra passed away from cancer in 2015. Samantha’s been doing okay though after all her songs Touch Me (I Want Your Body) and I Wanna Have Some Fun are still playing on the radio today. No matter what, she’s definitely an ‘80s icon, and one of the best-known British artists out there.

Laverne Cox

Laverne Cox caught a break after appearing in a few TV shows. She portrayed a woman of color who is transgender in Orange Is The New Black. She even received a Primetime Emmy nomination for the role. Cox has also graced several magazine covers including Time and Cosmopolitan.

Highly involved in LQBTQ advocacy efforts,Cox uses her prominence to raise awareness about the community. She even has a waxwork made in her likeness at the Madame Tussauds museum. Her progressive work in fighting for gender equality earned her an Honorary Doctorate from The New School.

Billy Porter

Billy Porter established himself as a theater performer and singer after attending the Pittsburg Creative and Performing Arts School. Porter stars in the riveting drama series Pose, which earned him a Golden Globe win in 2019. The accolade made him the first gay black man to receive a nomination and win a Golden Globe Award. 

Porter is also considered a fashion icon, and he’s known to step out in outlandish ensembles for award ceremonies. Porter lives his life openly as a gay man and he’s happily married to Adam Smith. The two met in New York City, and in 2017, they made things official by tying the knot.

Sia

Sia was part of the ‘90s band Acid Jazz and Zero 7. She found success as a solo artist. However, she wasn’t too comfortable with fame. She went on a hiatus in the early 2010s, but she kept working as a songwriter. 

Eventually, she made a comeback, choosing to obscure her face wearing her signature larger than life wig. Sia shared in a tweet back in 2009 that she considers herself queer because she’s dated both women and men. She explained that she only cares about the person when dating. Sia also added that “flexible” is the best word that describes her orientation.

Alec Mapa

American actor, comedian, and writer Alec Mapa is a known member of the LGBTQ community, who has worked in shows like Ugly Betty, Desperate Housewives, and Switched at Birth. He married his long-time boyfriend Jamison Hebert in a 2008 California ceremony. Later, the couple adopted their first son, Zion Hebert-Mapa.

The little Zion was 5 years old already when he got to know his two new dads. Yet, he's been wonderfully embracing the public attention. A regular red-carpet presence, Zion is the third-party that Alec and Jamison needed to complete their happy LGBTQ family.

Adam Lambert

The eighth season of American Idol introduced the outstanding voice of Adam Lambert to the world. He finished the show as a runner-up, but he was able to sell over 5 million singles in the years that followed. Known for his flamboyant style and ever-present eyeliner, Adam Lambert is one of the world's best-known LGBTQ singers.

In 2009, Lambert released his debut record, For Your Entertainment. He later appeared as a guest judge on Project Runway, RuPaul's Drag Race, and American Idol. In 2019, he joined the iconic classic rock band Queen for a worldwide tour during which he was tasked with replacing the one and only Freddie Mercury.

 

Angelina Jolie

 

American actress and female symbol Angelina Jolie never spoke openly about being with other women. Still, there are at least two stories in the celebrity news media connecting the beautiful Maleficent actress to LGBTQ love stories. Rumors actually cited a romantic adventure with fellow actress Winona Ryder in the past.

A story citing that Angelina cheated on former husband Brad Pitt with their child's nanny was never officially confirmed but dominated the tabloids for a while. Jolie was supposedly connected to the nanny named Lena Gould. Working as an activist, Angelina Jolie is a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador since 2001.

Bradley Darryl “BD” Wong

Bradley Darryl Wong, aka BD Wong, is an American actor with a remarkable career in theater, film, and television. He appeared on productions such as Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Jurassic Park, Gotham, Seven Years in Tibet, and Awake.

Outside the studio set, BD Wong is a known representant of the LGBTQ community. After being romantically involved with the talent agent Richie Jackson from 1988 to 2004, he hooked up with the New York Public Library digital media director Richert Schnorr. The two got married in 2018, eight years after meeting in an online dating site.

Demi Lovato

More and more celebrities who were once seen as straight are now joining the LGBTQ wagon. In fact, American singer Demi Lovato is one of the latest. She was formerly associated with singer Joe Jonas, actor Wilmer Valderrama, and UFC fighter Luke Rockhold. However, Demi has recently announced that she likes having fun with girls as well as men.

When it comes to defining her romantic identity, Lovato considers herself to be a free-lover, unattached to labels like age and gender. In 2019, the former teen star has announced her return to acting. She had appearances in the final season of Will & Grace and the Netflix comedy film Eurovision.

Neil Patrick Harris

Cherry Jones

The beautiful and talented American actress Cherry Jones is all about the ladies, and she was coming out of the closet back when it wasn't even cool yet. In 1995, she thanked her long-time partner Mary O'Connor during her Tony Award acceptance speech. Later, she got involved in a 6-years relationship with fellow actress Sarah Paulson.

Now over 60, Cherry has found love yet again. In 2015, she married the Swiss-born actress/director Sophie Huber. In 2020, Cherry is set to appear in the upcoming TV series Defending Jacob and Rain and on the movie The Eyes of Tammy Faye.

Lou Reed

The late singer, composer, and artist Lou Reed was one of America's strongest music personalities. While he was married to the avant-garde musician Laurie Anderson for years before his death in 2013, he was linked to relationships with several men and often seen as a free-lover.

Lou Reed started as the lead singer of the Andy Warhol-sponsored alternative rock band The Velvet Underground. Later, he led a highly-successful solo career, which included collaborations with artists like John Cale and Metallica. Seen as a troubled genius, Reed was forced to deal with multiple health and drug addiction issues throughout his life.

 

Amber Rose

American model/actress Amber Rose is yet another celebrity that likes being with both men and women. Amber's previous relationships include a two-year romantic adventure with rapper Kanye West, a short engagement with rapper Wiz Khalifa, and a one-year relationship with another rapper named 21 Savage.

Amber Rose has a thing for hip-hop artists, but she's also admitted to liking girls. In 2015, Amber joined a transnational movement raising awareness on the way a woman's love life is often judged, treated, and viewed by society. She appeared in multiple TV shows, including Hell's Kitchen, America's Next Top Model, Dancing with the Stars, and The Eric Andre Show.

Anne Heche

The B in LGBTQ is often ignored, but there's no doubt there's a huge number of bi celebrities working in Hollywood right now. American actress Anne Heche is yet another public figure who's equally attracted to men and women. She has dated the TV host Ellen DeGeneres from 1997 to 2000 and was later in an 11-year relationship with Canadian actor James Tupper.

Anne Heche became a celebrated actress during the '90s, with appearances in movies like Donnie Brasco, Volcano, and Return to Paradise. In 2020, she will be busier than ever, as she's preparing to feature in 4 different long-motion pictures, including Thirteen Minutes and Wake.

Alan Cumming

Notable theatre actor Alan Cumming was married to a woman named Hilary Lion for over 8 years. After becoming single and experimenting with men, he quickly realized he was bi. In 2012, Alan tied the knot with the artist named Grant Shaffer. Earlier this year, rumors of a possible Cumming-Shaffer divorce appeared online. However, those were never officially confirmed.

Considered to be one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation, Cumming has appeared in over 100 productions. His portfolio of projects includes The Anniversary Party, Son of the Mask, Full Grown Men, and the 007 flick GoldenEye.

Catherine Bell

 

Actress Catherine Bell was in a steady straight marriage with Adam Beason for 8 years before finalizing her divorce and moving in with fellow actress/producer Brooke Daniels in 2012. Both Bell and Daniels are known to be strong supporters of the Church of Scientology.

Bell, who is known for her roles in the TV series JAG and Army Wives, has made several public appearances promoting her religious beliefs. In 2006, she was featured in a Scientology-sponsored music video. There, she starred alongside other famous practicers such as the late musician Isaac Hayes and American actress Jenna Elfman.

Kristy McNichol

She might not be as recognizable as she once was, but that’s for a good reason. Kristy McNichol became famous incredibly young by playing Buddy in the Family series of the ‘70s. Once the show stopped, she went on to play in films like Little Darlings.

Eventually, she decided that the spotlight wasn’t fitting for her and became quite successful in teaching how to act. In 2012, she was finally able to come out as a lesbian. She also shared that she's in a long and loving relationship with Martie Allen. The last film she played in was Invasion America in 1998.

David Bowie

It's hard to even mention the late David Bowie without letting a tear roll down our faces. The musician who gave us Starman passed away in 2016, leaving behind a mournful widow in the Somali-born model Iman. Aside from that, he also left a never-ending list of classic songs and studio records.

Although he was only married twice during his life to two women, Bowie has confessed to being bi. His first wife, model/journalist Angela Barnett, has confirmed Bowie's attraction to men. She has famously claimed his previous involvement with The Rolling Stones lead singer Mick Jagger. In 1996, Bowie was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Mick Jagger

Legendary rocker Mick Jagger has lived life to the fullest, and such includes being involved with some of the world's best-looking women, from Marianne Faithfull to Jerry Hall, not forgetting Bebe Buell or Sophie Dahl! But The Rolling Stones lead singer will never escape the rumors linking him to fellow musician David Bowie...

In case you've never seen the hilarious video to the Bowie/Jagger collaboration Dancing In The Street, you should check it out! The romantic tension between the two singers is as apparent as their poor dance moves. Yet, their rumored past relationship was never officially confirmed.