Barry Manilow and Garry Kief
Barry Manilow had always been a favorite for many women but shockingly came out in 2017. Barry had been dating his manager Garry Kief since the late 1970’s, so this was not so new to him. The two tied the knot in 2015 when gay marriage became legal in California. When asked why he kept in the closet for so long, he said he didn’t want to lose his female fan base. He has been supported by his fans anyhow.
Daniel Franzese and Joseph Bradley Phillips
It was a shock to find out that Mean Girls actor, Daniel Franzese is actually gay. He came out in 2014. After that, he became a hardcore gay rights activist. This is not the first time Daniel has created a buzz. He made international news back in 2016 when he proposed to his boyfriend in a Starbucks in North Hollywood. Just who is his future husband? It’s Joseph Bradley Philips, an acclaimed Hollywood stylist.
Matt Dallas and Blue Hamilton
Did you know that Kyle XY is gay in real life? Shocking right? People do not know that Matt is married to singer/songwriter, Blue Hamilton since 2015. Blue Hamilton was not a singer initially but spent most of his earlier career as a music publisher. As of today, he has two EPs released, 2012’s Radio Flyer and 2013’s Singles. They recently adopted their new son, Crow.
Jonathan Knight and Harley Rodriguez
Jonathan Knight was a member of the super successful 1980’s boy band, New Kids on The Block. Amidst rumors of dating Tiffany in the late 1980’s, he was never expected to be gay. In 2009, he made a shocking announcement that he was in fact gay. He started dating reality star, Harley Rodriguez in 2008 after they met on the set of The Amazing Race. In 2016 Jonathan proposed to him and will marry soon.
Abby Wambach and Glennon Doyle Melton
Abby Wambach is one of the most popular female soccer players out there. She won the Women’s World Cup in 2015, but she also scored with Glennon Doyle Melton. Glennon is a famed writer, most popular for her book, Love Warrior. Glennon divorced Craig Melton back in 2016 and began dating Abby Wambach only a few months later. After less than a year of dating, the couple is already married.
Wanda Sykes and Alex Niedbalski
One of the best female comedians today include Wanda Sykes. Wanda has starred in films such as Pootie Tang, My Super Ex-Girlfriend and Brother Bear 2. She also has had a reoccurring role in the HBO original, Curb Your Enthusiasm. In 2008, she came out, marrying Alex Niedbalski. Alex is a native of France and now has taken up the role as a full-time mom. Her and Wanda have adopted two children. Besides that, Alex Niedbalski keeps out of the spotlight.