‘Queer As Folk’ hottie Robert Gant’s shirtless throwbacks are making us re-binge the original series
Fans of the original American version of Queer As Folk – not the recently rebooted and prematurely canceled one on Peacock – are very well familiar with handsome actor Robert Gant.Gant joined the main cast during the second season of the Showtime series- which was based on the original British show of the same name – as hunky HIV-positive professor Ben Bruckner, the love interest of Hal Sparks’ main character, Michael Novotny.Related: Queer As Folk cast reunite online this week for COVID-19 fundraiser A post shared by Robert Gant (@robertgant)At the time, having a HIV-positive TV character not only surviving, but thriving and in a romantic serodiscordant relationship was nothing short of groundbreaking.
On top of the much-needed visibility, the character was also easy on the eyes thanks to Gant’s classic Hollywood leading man looks and his Greek god physique.Shortly after his episodes began airing in 2002, Gant came out publicly for the first time.
While it was still considered a risky decision that could end your career, Gant continued acting long after QAF ended in 2005 with roles on 13 Reasons Why, Young & the Restless, The Fosters, and Supergirl.Earlier this week, Gant, 54, took to social media to look back on his time as a closeted actor in Hollywood – and at his insanely toned body – with a sexy shirtless snap on the beach.
A post shared by Robert Gant (@robertgant)“…As I look at this photo, I remember the young actor I was and the occasional comments some would make at the time that I could play Superman.
