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Will Truman, Angel Evangelista and More LGBTQ TV Characters
Ellen DeGeneres became the first mainstream character to proclaim the words “I’m gay” on her sitcom, Ellen.Since then, more LGBTQ characters have graced the small screen — even receiving Emmy recognition for their storylines. Will & Grace introduced neurotic lawyer Will Truman to audiences in 1998.Although the character was gay, actor Eric McCormack identifies as straight.