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coming out

TikTok - lesbians

TikTok teens are using this Jason Derulo song to come out to their loved ones

Coming out has never been so wholesome.

On Apr 14, 2020 by Nahila Bonfiglio

Internet Culture IRL
swipe this thanksgiving

Swipe This! I accidentally outed myself to family on Instagram. What do I say over the holidays?

Start from a place of kindness—to yourself.

On Nov 21, 2018 by Nayomi Reghay

IRL
Ana Valens writes about coming out in 2015 vs 2018.

On National Coming Out Day, it’s difficult to know who to trust as a queer woman

Being yourself is harder than ever in the age of Kavanaugh and Trump.

On Oct 11, 2018 by Ana Valens

IRL
what does stand for

When you’re gay, you never stop coming out

Stepping out of the closet isn't a one-time event.

On Apr 11, 2018

IRL
Carson Jones

Here’s how Doug Jones reacted when his son told him he’s gay

It's a heartwarming story.

On Dec 16, 2017 by Tess Cagle

IRL Layer 8

National Coming Out Day isn’t just about coming out

If you're not ready, it's OK to stay in the closet.

On Oct 11, 2017 by Ana Valens

IRL

Australian LGBTQ flips the script on the big deal over coming out

it shouldn't be a big deal if you like a different sauce.

On Feb 27, 2017 by Ana Valens

IRL

It’s National Coming Out Day—which is still risky for lots of people

Not everyone can come out safely.

On Oct 11, 2016 by Jaya Saxena

IRL

YouTuber discusses coming out with his parents, and his father reveals something heartbreaking

Khalaf's father went through more than his son initially realized.

On May 25, 2016 by Rae Votta

Streaming

‘Teen Wolf’ and ‘The Leftovers’ actor comes out on Instagram

Actor posts coming-out letter to social media.

On Jan 11, 2016 by Rae Votta

Streaming

The number of users coming out on Facebook has doubled in the last year

Users are more comfortable sharing their sexuality online.

On Oct 18, 2015 by Kate Conger

IRL

Why Coming Out Day still matters

For trans people and asexuals, coming out isn't just about visibility. It's survival.

On Oct 12, 2015 by Mari Brighe

Internet Culture Via

Coming out online is a new first step before coming out IRL

From Facebook to LiveJournal and everything in between.

On Oct 11, 2015 by Carrie Nelson

IRL

Matt Damon and the case against coming out

Matt Damon thinks actors should keep their sexuality a secret. Here's why he might be right.

On Oct 2, 2015 by Yasmin Nair

Internet Culture Via

What Kristen Stewart’s revelation means for coming out in 2015

The 'Twilight' star put her sexuality rumors to rest in the most low-key way possible.

On Aug 14, 2015 by Heather Dockray

IRL

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