""It's complicated and probably different for every individual," he told the publication, "but I think it's still something to do with the fact that if you want to be really successful, you have to conform to what is deemed to be heterosexual taste, or something. Or be sexy in a heterosexual way.""
""There's still a lot of homophobia and hatred. I mean, it's better, but it's still true. Also, who knows what journey people are on with these things? I don't blame people for being private," he said."
""There were very few gay actors who were out when I started, so being out didn't seem like a sustainable position to be in," he said. "Now it kind of is sustainable but, actually, it opens up so many questions I have for myself because part of me still thinks that it is nobody's business.""
Gay actors often need to conform to heterosexual tastes or be perceived as sexually appealing in a heterosexual way to attain mainstream, megawatt success in Hollywood. Homophobia and societal expectations about sex and desire continue to shape popular culture and influence casting opportunities. Privacy concerns and career sustainability discourage some actors from being openly gay early in their careers. Recognition and awards exist for some openly gay performers, but relatively few achieve the highest levels of mainstream fame. Increasing LGBTQ+ representation in television coexists with persistent barriers related to public perception and industry expectations.
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