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James Haven, Angelina Jolie’s brother, says his father Jon Voight offered affirming support after Haven came out as gay; the two, who had been distant for years, spoke in a call described as mind-blowing and surreal, discussing Haven’s identity on the All Out with Jon Dean podcast.
Jon Voight reportedly reached out to his son James Haven after Haven publicly came out as gay, a moment Haven described as mind-blowing and affirming after years of strain. The father-son relationship had been tense, including a six-year period without contact, but they recently began repairing things during an hour-long dinner in which Voight acknowledged past mistakes and Haven felt seen and understood, marking another step toward healing within the Jolie family.
James Haven, Angelina Jolie’s brother, publicly came out as gay during a live-stream with his ex-wife Romi Imbelli, reading a personal letter about his journey to self-acceptance. The duo also released a joint statement about forgiveness and healing, and Haven announced a forthcoming podcast, Safe Haven, to explore pivotal moments in guests’ lives.
James Haven, 53, Angelina Jolie’s brother, publicly came out as gay during a live-stream chat with his ex-wife Romi Imbelli on her Substack after their marriage was annulled in March 2025; the couple had separated in August 2024, just 15 days after their August 2024 wedding. Haven said he’s always felt this way and hopes his family will support him. Imbelli publicly supported him and said they will remain life partners, and Page Six announced Haven’s upcoming weekly podcast with Wonder Peak Media.
Caleb Shomo, Beartooth's frontman, and his wife Fleur have filed for divorce after Shomo publicly came out as gay; married since 2012 with no children, Fleur hinted at the split in May as he announced his sexuality, while the band is promoting its sixth studio album, Pure Ecstasy.
Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo and his wife Fleur Shomo, married since 2012, have filed for divorce in Los Angeles nearly two months after Caleb publicly came out as gay. The couple, who have no children, publicly navigated the breakup with mutual support, while fans and bandmates offered messages of encouragement as Shomo discussed his personal journey and his ongoing musical direction.
Layla Taylor, star of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, posted a TikTok showing her holding hands with a woman she didn’t name, confirming she’s dating a woman after publicly coming out as bisexual on Jay Shetty’s On Purpose podcast. Co-star Jen Affleck and Miranda McWhorter expressed support, with McWhorter revealing she cried happy for Taylor. Taylor noted she’s currently dating and taking it slow, having previously been married to Clayton Wessel and co-parenting sons Oliver and Maxwell; her dating history on the show includes Cameron Jolley and Mason McWhorter.
An older mother in a year-long relationship with a younger woman encounters repeated, surprised reactions from school parents whenever she mentions her girlfriend. The Slate advice column counsel suggests responding with grace rather than venting or confronting, pointing out that the reactions stem from ignorance. Practical lines like “Well, now you know” or “Yeah, I get that a lot” can defuse the moment and keep future interactions cordial without drama.
JoJo Siwa says dating Chris Hughes brought more scrutiny to her sexuality than dating a woman, addressing rumors of a “lavender relationship” and emphasizing that sexual identity can evolve; experts note the public spotlight and desire for labels add pressure, while Siwa encourages fans that it's okay to redefine who they are over time.
Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo revealed on Instagram that he is a proudly gay man, saying he’s been unpacking his sexuality for years and committing to express his true self in his art after years of drinking to cope. The message came after Beartooth’s new single “Free” and ahead of the band’s sixth album, Pure Ecstasy, due August 28, with a tour to follow.
Caleb Shomo, Beartooth’s frontman, publicly comes out as a proudly gay man, explaining he spent a decade burying his feelings with alcohol and that embracing his sexuality is guiding his work on the band’s forthcoming album Pure Ecstasy, due in August, with support from his wife Fleur Shomo.
Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo announced on Instagram that he is gay, saying he has spent years unpacking his sexuality and battling alcohol use; his wife Fleur Shomo confirmed they are no longer together but will continue to support him. Shomo, who founded Beartooth in 2012, is navigating this personal revelation while the band works on new music, with the August release of the album Pure Ecstasy following February’s single Free. He has a history of depression and other struggles dating back to his youth and earlier musical projects.
This piece catalogs a wide array of musicians who have publicly identified as LGBTQ or spoken about their sexuality, spanning rock, metal, pop, and indie scenes. It highlights both early trailblazers (e.g., Elton John, Freddie Mercury) and contemporary figures (e.g., Brendon Urie, Laura Jane Grace, Josh Kiszka, Billie Eilish), underscoring how openness about sexuality has advanced LGBTQ visibility and advocacy in the music industry, with identities including gay, bisexual, and pansexual.
Jason Collins, the NBA’s first openly gay player, died at 47 from brain cancer. His 2013 coming out and subsequent advocacy reframed masculinity in sports, earning praise from teammates and coaches and advancing LGBTQ visibility in basketball, including his 98 tribute to Matthew Shepard and his broader call for authentic self-determination.
Hayden Panettiere’s estranged mother Lesley Vogel doubted the timing of Panettiere’s public coming-out as bisexual during the star’s memoir promotion for This Is Me: A Reckoning, saying there’s no proof it was hidden but calling the timing “interesting.” Panettiere had already discussed her sexuality in Us Weekly ahead of the memoir’s May 19 release, explaining she waited until 36 to share her truth, has explored relationships with women, and that paparazzi made openness difficult; the two are currently estranged, though Panettiere left room for reconciliation.