- Actress Ellen Page came out as gay in a HRC speech on Valentine’s Day, saying “I am tired of hiding, I’m tired of lying by omission.” Here are 13 others who made the same bold declaration in the past 12 months.
Emkay Nobilette, “American Idol” contestant: A few days before Page’s moving speech, the singer became first to come out on the Fox competition in show’s long history.
Michael Sam, NFL prospect: If drafted in May, Sam will become the first openly gay NFL player.
Robin Roberts, “Good Morning America” anchor.
Morph, “X-Men” character.
Wentworth Miller, “Prison Break” star.
Maria Bello, “Prisoners” actress.
Brian Boitano, former U.S. Olympian (figure skater).
Tom Daley, British Olympian (diver).
Darren Young, WWE Superstar.
Raven Symone, “That’s So Raven” star.
Jodie Foster, “Elysium” actress.
Matt Dallas, “Kyle XY” lead.
Jason Collins, former NBA player came out to “Sports Illustrated” in 2013, becoming at the time the first active, out professional athlete in major American sports.
via thewrap.com