WATCH: 'It's an Embarrassment Now to Be in the Closet'
Activists and pundits discuss the impact of public figures who decide to come out quietly.
Frank Ocean's Coming-Out: More Important Than Anderson Cooper's?
Andy South's Transition to Womanhood
Project Runway season 8 contestant Andy South announced that she is now living life as a woman, under the name Nong Ariyaphon Southiphong.
Democratic Whip's Daughter Comes Out
One of the daughters of Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer says she wanted to lend her name to the list of marriage equality supporters by publicly announcing that she is a lesbian.
American University's Student Body President Comes Out, Gets Lady Gaga's Support
Students at American University got a big surprise when the most recent student body president stepped down from the position last week. Students had elected Tim McBride to serve last year, without realizing that McBride identifies as a woman. She came out as transgender publicly after serving her time as student body president.
Dear Son, We Love You
A new site encourages parents of LGBT children to share their feelings with the world, one letter at a time.
Come Out and Play
Missed another coming out day opportunity? Don’t worry! Our friends at The Out Traveler tell us how to celebrate this cherished annual ritual year round!









