Lately same-sex marriage is now legal in some parts of the world, but ahead of the lift in ban several celebs enjoyed their gay or lesbian life to the fullest, secretly. Here are some of them who later announced proudly about their sexuality.
Ellen DeGeneres
Born as Ellen Lee DeGeneres, the American comedian, TV presenter, writer, actress and producer disclosed her lesbianism in 1997 that sparked intense interest by tabloids. In terms of gay rights and LGBT issues she is the most influential celeb.
She married actress Portia De Rossi in 2008 after California lifted ban on same-sex marriage. Earlier she had relationship with actress Anne Heche and actress, director and photographer Alexandra Hedison.
Rosie O’Donnell
The American comedian, actress, author and TV personality disclosed her sexuality in 2002 saying she is a lesbian and it is not understood why people make such a big deal about the gay thing.
She had protested in Florida to bring attention about gay adoption issue. In 2002 she became “Person of the Year” by The Advocate and the next year she became a columnist to the magazine.
She wedded former Nickelodeon marketing executive Kelli Carpenter in February 2004
The list is not complete. Follow the below link to find more celebs who announced publicly whether they are gay or lesbian.
The celebs in Part II are signer Lance Bass, comedian Neil Patrick Harris and singer Ricky Martin.
