10 Famous Gay Men Who Married Women
Published -
- June 22, 2016
- 11:00 am
10 Openly gay celebrities who dated and married women before officially coming out of the closet.
Imagine you are stuck in a situation where feel you could not be your true self. You are fearful of embarrassment, ridicule or being fired because of this secret you are holding tightly onto. Inside your gut wrenches because you think that your parents or closest friends will shun you. You’re living a lie. Day-by-day you are covering the truth, burying it in ridiculous remarks or actions. Only the truth can set you free from this prison you’ve put yourself in.
While that description may have seemed somewhat dramatic, those were just some of the thoughts and feelings many members of the gay community go through. I would imagine it is even more amplified if you are someone constantly in the eye of the public. Not only are the famed supposed to look a certain way, but they are expected to act a certain way to land jobs or even keep the one they have. For example, many actors have been turned down for various roles because of who they are.
Over the years, society has become more and more acceptable of homosexuality, which has led members of the gay community to feel free and be more open about who they are; well, minus professional sports. In years past, and for some even to this day, they cover who they are by following the path of tradition and what is expected of them through pressure of their peers, careers or many other instances. They even go so far as to marry someone to mask their true identity. In this video, we will show you ten famous gay men who married women in order to cover their secret.
How has societal pressure influenced the decision of famous gay men to marry women?
The LGBTQ community has always been a topic of controversy and misunderstanding in the world. It is often seen as something that defies the norm and is often met with prejudice and discrimination. However, there are some men who identify as gay but still choose to marry women. In this article, we will take a closer look at ten famous gay men who married women.
1. Elton John
One of the most famous musicians in the world, Elton John, married his wife, Renate Blauel, in 1984. The marriage lasted only four years, and he later came out as gay in 1992. However, he remained friends with Blauel, and they reunited for a brief period in 2019.
2. Clive Davis
Clive Davis is a music mogul that is credited with discovering some of the biggest names in music, from Whitney Houston to Alicia Keys. Davis was married to his wife, Janet Adelberg, from 1965 to 1985. However, in 2013, he came out as bisexual in his autobiography, The Soundtrack of my life.
3. Neil Patrick Harris
Neil Patrick Harris is an actor who is known for his roles in shows like How I Met Your Mother and A Series of Unfortunate Events. Harris was also in a long-term relationship with his partner, David Burtka. However, before he met Burtka, Harris was engaged to a woman named Christine Taylor. They eventually broke off the engagement, but it still caught many people off guard.
4. Rock Hudson
Rock Hudson was a famous actor who starred in films like Giant, Magnificent Obsession, and Pillow Talk. Hudson was known to be gay, but he married his secretary, Phyllis Gates, in 1955. The marriage was short-lived, and they divorced three years later.
5. Liberace
Liberace was a famous pianist and performer who was known for his flamboyant style and flashy performances. Despite rumors that he was gay, he never officially came out during his life. In fact, he had several rumored marriages to women, including a Las Vegas showgirl named Joanne Rio.
6. Charles Nelson Reilly
Charles Nelson Reilly was an actor and comedian who was known for his appearances on game shows like The Match Game and The Hollywood Squares. Reilly was openly gay but was also married to Alexandra Reynolds from 1980 to 1985.
7. Richard Chamberlain
Richard Chamberlain is a famous actor who has appeared in many films and TV shows, including Dr. Kildare and The Thorn Birds. Chamberlain came out as gay in his 2003 autobiography, Shattered Love. However, he was married to actress and model, Joan Greenwood, from 1963 to 1970.
8. Elton Britt
Elton Britt was a country music singer who was known for his hit songs like “Someday (You’ll Want Me to Want You)” and “There’s a Star-Spangled Banner Waving Somewhere.” Britt married his wife, Vada Margarette Lewis, in 1942. They remained married until Britt’s death in 1972. However, rumors of Britt’s homosexuality circulated throughout his career.
9. Vincent Price
Vincent Price was an actor who starred in many horror movies, including House of Wax and The Fly. Price was married three times during his life, and his second wife was a woman named Mary Grant. However, Price was known to have relationships with both men and women.
10. Frédéric Chopin
Frédéric Chopin was a famous composer and pianist from Poland who is known for his romantic music. Chopin was never married, but he had a close relationship with a woman named George Sand. It is rumored that Chopin was gay, but he never spoke openly about his sexuality during his life.
In conclusion, these famous gay men who married women represent a complex aspect of the LGBTQ community. While some may view these marriages as a denial of one’s true identity, others may see them as a way of coping with societal pressures and expectations. It is ultimately up to individuals to decide how they want to live their lives, and it is important to respect their choices.
