Category: LGBTQ+ Athlete

Articles Culture Gus Kenworthy Ibiza LGBTQ+ Athlete LGBTQ+ News News Photos Shirtless photos

Gus Kenworthy drives fans wild with steamy photos from Ibiza holiday

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Gus Kenworthy has left fans speechless with his latest batch of shirtless photos. Over the last decade, the American Horror Story star has captivated pop culture enthusiasts with his stellar athleticism and groundbreaking achievements. In 2015, the 32-year-old made history when he became the first action sports star to come out as gay. Three years later, at the 2018 Winter Olympics, Kenworthy kissed his then-partner Matt Wilkas on live television before his qualifying run in the men’s slopestyle; it has since been lauded as a significant moment for the visibility…

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“My life is in such a good space”: Olympic swimmer Sean Gunn comes out as gay

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Olympic swimmer Sean Gunn has publicly come out as gay.  In an exclusive interview with OutSports, the talented athlete gave insight into his coming-out journey, revealing that he first started to explore his sexuality while attending the University of Kentucky.  “Initially, I was not out at all. I dated girls for the first few years. I had some really great relationships with girls over the years and really loved them,” he explained.  “Obviously, over time, that changed, and I started dating guys later on.”  Fortunately for Gunn, who competed on the…

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Articles Culture Gay Athlete LGBTQ+ Athlete LGBTQ+ News Life News Olympics Shawn Barber

Shawn Barber, gay Olympian and world champion pole vaulter, dies aged 29

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World champion pole vaulter Shawn Barber has tragically passed away at the age of 29.  According to a report from The Associated Press, the openly gay athlete died on Wednesday (17 January) at his home in Kingswood, Texas.  In a statement to the publication, Barber’s agent, Paul Doyle, confirmed that he had been dealing with some health issues before succumbing to medical complications.  “More than just an incredible athlete, Shawn was such a good-hearted person that always put others ahead of himself,” he said. “It’s tragic to lose such a good…

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Tom Daley returns to diving after two-year break at son’s request

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Olympic gold-medallist Tom Daley has announced his return to diving, aiming for a spot in the Paris 2024 Olympics. The three-time world champion has been on a break since winning Olympic gold alongside Matty Lee in the men’s 10-metre synchro at Tokyo 2020. Daley did not return for this year’s world championship, leading to speculation that he was planning to retire. However, the British diver shared a video to YouTube on 29 July, announcing his return. READ MORE: Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black announce birth of second son Phoenix…

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Articles Culture FIFA Women's World Cup Football LGBTQ+ Athlete LGBTQ+ News Life Megan Rapinoe News Retire soccer

US football star Megan Rapinoe to retire after 2023 NWSL season

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US football star Megan Rapinoe has announced her retirement.  On 8 July, the beloved athlete revealed that the current NWSL season and upcoming 2023 Women’s World Cup would be her last during a pregame press conference.  “It’s with a really deep sense of peace and gratitude and excitement that I want to share with you guys that this is going to be my last season,” she said.  “Obviously, there will be more to come further down the road after. I just want to say thank you to everybody, to you…

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Articles Basketball Biden Administration Brittney Griner Culture LGBTQ+ Athlete LGBTQ+ News Life News President Biden Russia WNBA

Brittney Griner: WNBA star says she’s “never going overseas” to play basketball again

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WNBA star Brittney Griner has shut down any possibility of playing basketball overseas during a recent interview. Back in February 2022, the beloved athlete was wrongfully detained in Russia after she was accused of carrying hashish oil in her luggage. At the time, Griner was travelling to the country to spend the Phoneix Mercury off-season playing for the Russian basketball team UMMC Ekaterinburg – which she had done since 2014. In the wake of her arrest, the Olympic athlete was held in a detention centre and given limited communication with…

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Articles Culture LGBTQ Rights LGBTQ+ Athlete LGBTQ+ News Life Megan Rapinoe News Time Trans Rights Women of the Year Gala

Megan Rapinoe honours the trans community during her Women of the Year gala speech

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US Footballer Megan Rapinoe dedicated her Time’s Woman of the Year honour to the trans community. Over the last few years, numerous states across America have introduced over 300 bills targeting trans and non-binary people. On 2 March, Tennessee’s Republican governor Bill Lee banned gender-affirming care for trans youth. A couple of months prior, Utah passed a similar anti-trans legislation law. In addition to the number of hateful bills, violence against trans and non-binary individuals has reached staggering heights. According to Human Rights Watch, 38 trans people were killed in…

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Articles Brittney Griner Cathy Engelbert Culture LGBTQ+ Athlete LGBTQ+ News Life News WNBA WNBA commissioner

WNBA commissioner shares exciting update on Brittney Griner: “She’s starting to train”

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WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert has shared a positive update regarding Brittney Griner’s return to the league.  Back in 2022, the beloved basketball star was arrested and wrongfully detained in Russia after she was accused of carrying hashish oil in her luggage. After being held in detention for 10 months, Griner returned to the United States after President Joe Biden struck a deal to exchange her for arms dealer Viktor Bout. “She’s safe, she’s on a plane, she’s on her way home,” Biden revealed on 8 December (per CNN). “After months…

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Articles Culture Football LGBTQ+ Athlete LGBTQ+ News Life News Openly Gay Football Player Scotland Zander Murray

Zander Murray makes LGBTQ+ history as the SPFL’s only openly gay player

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Zander Murray has made LGBTQ+ history after signing with one of the Scottish Professional Football League’s (SPFL) top teams.  Back in September, the talented striker made history as the first Scottish senior football player to come out as gay. “First, it feels like the weight of the world is now off my shoulders…It can be difficult, and you can feel very alone,” he said via the club’s website. “I knew I was different for many years, but with other people in the game coming out, it’s been amazing. “Hopefully, the SFA can…

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Articles Basketball Brittney Griner LGBTQ+ Athlete LGBTQ+ News Life News Russia WNBA

Brittney Griner makes first public statement since her release: “It feels so good to be home”

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WNBA star Brittney Griner issued her first public statement since being released from Russian custody. On 8 December, the beloved basketball player returned to the United States after President Joe Biden struck a deal with Russia to exchange her for arms dealer Viktor Bout. “She’s safe, she’s on a plane, she’s on her way home,” Biden revealed in an official statement (per CNN). “After months of being unjustly detained in Russia, held under intolerable circumstances, Brittney will soon be back in the arms of her loved ones, and she should…

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