“I’m here, I’m queer, I have some fear but I’m working through it.” WORDS BY ALICE MOREY HEADER BY YOSEF PHELAN Whilst coming out publicly has never been a determining factor in affirming your place in the LGBTQIA+ community – representation has and will always be important.
This is especially so for queer youth who may be struggling with their own LGBTQIA+ identity, having the opportunity to see visible role models in the mainstream media can provide a source of inspiration and security to lean into their own authentic identity.
2023 saw notable stars from across the world entertainment, sport and politics publicly coming out to identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
From Ncuti Gatwa to Bella Ramsey and Miss Benny (checkout the full list here). Continue reading to see all the stars who have come out publicly (so far) in 2024.