It maybe shocking as it may seem, at least to others, but Prison Break star Wentworth Miller came out as “a gay man” in a letter sent Wednesday to Maria Averbakh, director of the St. Petersburg International Film Festival declining his participation.
“I am deeply troubled by the current attitude toward and treatment of gay men and women by the Russian government.”, Miller said on the letter.
He added:
"The situation is in no way acceptable, and I cannot in good conscience participate in a celebratory occasion hosted by a country where people like myself are being systematically denied their basic right to live and love openly. Perhaps, when and if circumstances improve, I’ll be free to make a different choice."Here is the copy of the letter sent.
GLAAD spokesman Wilson Cruz said in a statement, “Wentworth’s bold show of support sends a powerful message to LGBT Russians, who are facing extreme violence and persecution: you are not alone. As people from across the globe continue to speak out against Russia’s horrific law, more celebrities and corporations should follow his courageous lead in openly condemning Russia’s anti-LGBT law.”
Miller, who is 41, also had his first screenplay hit theaters this year—Stoker, with Nicole Kidman, Matthew Goode and Mia Wasikowska.
Wentworth Miller's "coming out" as his support against violence to LGBT community in Russia will do a huge thing to change how LGBT communities are being treated in other countries.
Well... welcome to the fold, Wentworth Miller! :)
Gay or not, we will continue to support you.
"The more you know who you are, and what you want,
the less you let things upset you."
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i reaally thought that he's out before this issue came out. anyhow, i have nothing against the third sex because i think they are awesome!
ReplyDeleteomg! his so gwapo pa naman though i am not shocked at all its just a bit funny how manly he looks and turns out gay. though his very brave. kudos to him
ReplyDeleteFunny thing that when this news came out I though it was Channing Tatumm who "came out" they looks similar to me. ;)
ReplyDeleteA lot of celebrities are being out now which is a good sign as there is increased awareness for the third sex.
ReplyDeletereally? im not aware of this! im not againts of third sex but im really disappointed to hear this that the hunk actor of prison break was a gay!
ReplyDeleteThis is actually a surprise to me when I saw this so I was shocked! But good for him to come out and support gay rights. Makes me respect him more :3
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Wentworth Miller! You're a brave guy! I believe coming out is a big step to attaining peace of mind. =)
ReplyDeletethis was really shocking since I am a fan of Prisonbreak.. but good for him now that he's finally free! :)
ReplyDeleteThat was an intelligent move on Wentworth Miller. I've come to respect him all the more with his support for the LGBT's, as I have relatives who are also gay and proud.
ReplyDeleteDont judge the book by its cover. Rawr.. but atleast he becomes honest with the society and to himself. now he has the liberty to show who he really is.
ReplyDeleteHe is just fighting for his principle. But I must say, sayang ang guapo pa naman. But He is brave and honest enough to tell the world who he really is.
ReplyDeleteI honestly don't watch any series that most people watch.. I dnt know him.. so im not qualified to judge him. with all due respect, I think we just need to accept him as he is.
ReplyDeleteI think I've watched one of her movies, I'm not so sure though. Pero sayang! Gwapo niya! :D
ReplyDeleteWhoa I was surprised with two things here: one, he's gay! And two, he's already 41? He doesn't look the part!
ReplyDeleteWentworth Miller's revelation was really shocking. A friend who had a crush on him even cried when she learned from his BF about Miller's sexual preference. - KarenT
ReplyDeleteIt seems more and more good looking men are coming out with the fact that they're gay. That is one less man for womankind.
ReplyDeleteI don't him well, but sayang pogi naman. Bakit ganoon kayong mga pogi ngayon sinasayang ang kapogian? hehe
ReplyDeleteI'm not familiar with him as I don't watch Prison Break, but as they all say "sayang ang kagwapuhan nia". :)
ReplyDeleteI really like him.. now he's become much more for this cause..
ReplyDeleteSorry ladies!!!
Women got their hearts broken when they heard about this news. Hindi ako fan kaya okay lang sa akin :p
ReplyDeleteMuch more support to this man. I idolize him during the PRISON BREAK fame. He is a good actor and a good addition to the movie industry. Much respect to you Wentworth.
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