Gay film actors

Abbi Jacobson

In the words of the Passover ritual, if she had only given us “Broad City,” it would have been enough. She remains committed to telling queer stories in authentic ways.

Dorfman uses her visibility to challenge transphobia and advocate for broader representation.

Her mother, with whom Ruby is very close to, is one of the first to learn about her orientation. Miller has also vowed to take on only LGBTQ+ roles to help change the landscape.

Colton Haynes

Colton Haynes became popular through roles in ‘Teen Wolf’ and ‘Arrow’, where his athleticism and charm made him a fan favorite.

He came out in 2016 and later spoke candidly about the challenges of staying closeted in Hollywood.

Robot’. Groff’s charm and openness have made him a beloved figure across audiences.

Luke Evans

Welsh actor Luke Evans has starred in major blockbusters like ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘The Hobbit’ series. In addition to lending her voice stylings to “The Mitchells vs.

Despite his critiques of this particular storyline, Wong has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ representation and diversity in media​​.

BD Wong's activism extends beyond his acting roles. Stewart has starred in various films, and some of her outstanding performances come in "Seberg," where she essays the role of Jean Seberg; underneath "Seberg," "JT LeRoy," as Jeremiah Terminator LeRoy, and "Lizzie," as Lizzie Borden in "Lizzie Borden's Revenge," taking challenging performances through different roles that she managed to bring to the screen.

Ricky Martin

With his Latin pop, Ricky Martin is notorious for being one more in the gay celebrity rank-outs.

The foundation's work includes lobbying for legislative change and providing grants to organizations fighting for LGBTQIA+ rights, showcasing Ferguson's commitment to using his platform for positive social change​​.

Through his portrayal of Mitchell Pritchett on "Modern Family," Ferguson has also contributed to changing perceptions and increasing visibility of gay couples on mainstream television.

It defies norms but instead encourages more of a large-minded outlook towards love and partnership.

And, above all, the visibility of Nixon contributes to the analysis of the presented subject in media and everyday life, as well as to the development of ideas about gay, lesbian, bisexual and queer identity.

While coming out in Hollywood was once considered career-ending, many brave actors have helped shatter those outdated perceptions, inspiring countless fans while living authentically and proudly. His history bears that significant factor, as it represents, apart from purely artistic achievements, real life in its authenticity and inspiration for everyone to live fully and be oneself.

Laverne Cox

And Laverne Cox, recently celebrated for her work as Sophia Burset in "Orange Is the New Black," has also since become a leading advocate for transgender inclusion into the mainstream.

Foster has never hidden information about her sexual orientation, but she has never spoken about this topic before publicly. Of course, you may also know him for his role in "Little Joe'' or "Mary Poppins Returns," and "The Danish Girl.

Jodie Foster

A famous actress from "Carnage," "Nim's Island," and "Anna and the King" - Jodie Foster - kept her personal very private - a bit of a mystery.

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’.

‘I’ve experienced so much safety, respect, and love in the queer community, as an ally all of my life, that, as I came into myself, I already felt it was my home. The actor currently stars in ‘Sweeney Todd’ on Broadway and will appear in the Disney+ series Marvel ‘Agatha All Along’ later this year. 

Yasmin Finney

A trans woman, Yasmin Finney plays queer high schooler Elle in Netflix’s ‘Heartstopper.’ She currently has a recurring role on ‘Doctor Who,’ playing the daughter of previous series regular Donna Noble (Catherine Tate). 

Jessica Madsen

Jessica Madsen, who plays the character Cressida Cowper on ‘Bridgerton,’ came out as queer on Instagram in June 2024.

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.

He did it in 2010 and admitted he could see women but did not enjoy it so much. Scott has appeared in various TV series, including Budgie, The American, Band of Brothers, The Wars of the Roses, King Lear, His Dark Materials, The Pursuit of Love, Blackout, and The Hour.

His outstanding performances in productions such as Sherlock, The Hollow Crown, Fleabag, and Black Mirror have earned him numerous nominations and awards.

Andrew Scott became an internet sensation for his unforgettable 'Hot Priest' role in Fleabag.

For many years, she had been very cautious, hiding her private life, and very often answered provocatively asked questions by reporters. In a much bigger filmography in a career more than decades, he tried to showcase versatility ranging from on-stage acting on Broadway to hosting any prestigious award show. Quinto is now an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ issues and continues to challenge Hollywood norms.

Jim Parsons

Jim Parsons achieved global fame for playing Sheldon Cooper in the long-running sitcom ‘The Big Bang Theory’, a role that earned him four Emmy Awards.