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Coming Out

The Advocate covers everything you need to know about coming out, including the latest stories on public figures who come out as LGBT. The process of coming out varies for each person. Some lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people come out to friends and family at an early age, while others lead a more private life. Activists such as Harvey Milk advocated for all LGBT people to come out of the closet, in order to help increase visibility of the cause and sway the hearts and minds of the American public. For many, the process is difficult and ongoing throughout a lifetime.

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Martin
Commentary
Soccer Star Collin Martin: All LGBTQ+ Athletes Should Come Out

The sports world isn't as homophobic as many assume, at least according to Martin and a surprising new study.

November 11 2020 10:54 PM
Brian Falduto (aka the gay kid from 'School of Rock') provides an update on life.
Commentary
I Still Don't Know Who I Am

Brian Falduto (aka the gay kid from School of Rock) on the never-ending journey of self-discovery.

October 20 2020 7:37 PM
coming out
Commentary
We Need to Move Beyond Coming Out and Begin Inviting In

The modern idea of coming out has become reductive.

October 11 2020 12:09 PM
Alice
Commentary
Director Alice Wu: Bring Back the Days of the Coming Out Letter

To celebrate this weekend's National Coming Out Day, the woman behind Saving Face and The Half of It recalls her own memorable story.

October 09 2020 2:11 PM
Arnaud
Bisexual
'Borgias,' Schitt's Creek' Actor François Arnaud Comes Out as Bisexual

“I’m sure many bisexual guys feel the same and end up doing as I did: letting other people’s assumptions of straightness stand uncorrected.”

September 22 2020 8:39 PM
darin
Music
Darin, Swedish Pop Singer, Came Out As Gay

The 33-year-old is publicly addressing his sexuality on Instagram. 

August 04 2020 4:33 PM
nick
Commentary
Evangelist Nick Vujicic Encouraged Me to Quit My Job Because I'm Gay

The Christian speaker's influence is now reaching Capitol Hill, and I can't be silent anymore. 

July 30 2020 5:00 AM
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