SHOCKING NEWS!! The Young And The Restless Spoilers:
Soap Stars Who Are LGBTQ+ Out and Proud!
June is the month when the LGBTQ+ community shines brightest, celebrating
their identities with pride and joy. Let’s dive into the world of soap operas and explore some of the stars who have bravely come out, now embracing their true selves. Without further ado, let’s jump right into it!
Hey everyone, welcome to Trend Street! Here are some of the soap stars from The Young and the Restless and beyond who have embraced their LGBTQ+ identities:
- Greg Rikaart: Greg Rikaart, beloved for his roles on The Young and the Restless and Days of Our Lives as Kevin Fisher and Leo Stark, first came out in 2013 after the Supreme Court of the USA legalized same-sex marriage. In 2015, he married writer/producer Robert Sudduth, and they now have a son named Montgomery.
- Joanna Johnson: The Bold and the Beautiful star Joanna Johnson came out as a lesbian in a TV Guide interview in May 2012. She has been in a relationship since 2003 and married club promoter Michelle Agnew in 2008 during the brief period when same-sex marriage was recognized in California. They have adopted two children together.
- Mike C. Manning: Former Days of Our Lives star Mike C. Manning, known for his role as Charlie Dale, has been openly bisexual since his early days on The Real World in 2010. He has been an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and even won a Daytime Emmy in 2021, dedicating it to his husband who works in finance.
- Ricky Martin: The General Hospital alum Ricky Martin came out as gay in 2011, stating that he had been suppressing his true self despite his career success. He has four children with his ex-husband, artist Jwan Yosef.
- Thom Bierdz: Thom Bierdz, known for his role as Philip Chancellor III on The Young and the Restless, openly expressed his sexuality and embraced his identity. After leaving the soap opera scene, Bierdz pursued painting and gained recognition as an emerging artist.
- Tuc Watkins: One Life to Live star Tuc Watkins publicly came out as gay during a 2013 talk show appearance. He later became a single dad of twins and has been in a relationship with Grammy-winning talent Andrew Rannells, with whom he has also shared the stage and screen.
- Cassandra James: Breaking barriers, Cassandra James is the only openly trans soap star in daytime TV, portraying Dr. Terry Randolph on General Hospital. Her journey has been marked by a commitment to authenticity and paving the way for others in the industry.
- Jonathan Groff: Jonathan Groff, known for his roles in One Life to Live and his subsequent success on stage and screen, came out proudly in 2009. He has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ representation and empowerment in entertainment.
- Maeve Garrett: After her time on Guiding Light, Maeve Garrett publicly came out as lesbian in an interview with Out magazine, celebrating her long-term relationship and family life with partner Janet Morgan.
- Kevin Spirtas: Days of Our Lives veteran Kevin Spirtas revealed his sexuality in a 2020 interview, expressing pride in embracing his identity and creating LGBTQ+ representation through projects like the web soap After Forever.
- Jonathan Bennett: Formerly known for his role in Mean Girls and more recently as J.R. Chandler Jr. on All My Children, Jonathan Bennett made waves as part of the first gay couple on the cover of The Knot magazine. He continues to advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility in media.
- Meredith Baxter: Meredith Baxter, known for her role as Nikki’s drinking buddy on Young and the Restless, came out as lesbian in 2009 after several marriages to men. She has been married to Nancy Locke since 2013.
- Wayne Brady: The Bold and the Beautiful actor Wayne Brady came out as pansexual in 2023, emphasizing the importance of openness and representation in media.
- Darius Rose: The RuPaul’s Drag Race alum embraced his drag persona as Jackie Cox and advocated for LGBTQ+ visibility on Days of Our Lives.
- Matt Bomer: Former Guiding Light actor Matt Bomer publicly came out during an award show speech in 2012, thanking his husband Simon Halls and celebrating their family life together.
- Chrisle Staus: Former Young and the Restless star Chrisle Staus married her girlfriend in 2023, reflecting on her journey and celebrating her identity openly.
- Van Hansis: As the World Turns star Van Hansis, known for daytime’s first gay male kiss, publicly revealed his truth and has been married to Tyler Haynes since 2007.
- Clementine Ford: Clementine Ford, known for her role as Mackenzie Browning on Young and the Restless, came out as bisexual to Diva magazine in 2009.
- Adam Huss: General Hospital actor Adam Huss married his partner in 2020, celebrating their relationship and LGBTQ+ visibility in the entertainment industry.
- Murray Bartlett: Aussie actor Murray Bartlett, known for his role on Guiding Light, came out years before his success on The White Lotus, emphasizing authenticity and self-acceptance.
- Camryn Grimes: Emmy-winning star Camryn Grimes from The Young and the Restless publicly embraced her bisexuality, sharing her journey and advocating for LGBTQ+ representation in media.
- Paul Anthony Stewart: Loving and Guiding Light veteran Paul Anthony Stewart married his boyfriend of 8 years in 2018, celebrating their love and commitment openly.
- Peter Porte: Soap star Peter Porte, known for his roles on Young and the Restless and Days of Our Lives, married Jacob Jules Valer in 2018 and continues to advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility in entertainment.
- Christian Jules LeBlanc: Young and the Restless star Christian Jules LeBlanc opened up about his experiences growing up in a time when sexuality was taboo, reflecting on the impact of social norms on his life.
- Lan Buchanan: Lan Buchanan, known for playing Xander Kiriakis on Days of Our Lives, publicly shared his queer identity and continues to advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility.
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