Category: Sport
Former competitive hockey player Jesse Kortuem has publicly come out as gay, crediting the queer hockey-themed series Heated Rivalry for inspiring him to finally share his story. Although Kortuem never made it to the NHL, he played defence and centre across various leagues throughout his life. For years, his deep love for the sport and […]
Josh Cavallo has accused his former A‑League club, Adelaide United, of homophobia, claiming internal politics and discrimination prevented him from playing after he came out as gay in 2021. The 26‑year‑old left the club last year and has since relocated to England, where he now plays non‑league football. Cavallo signed with Stamford AFC in the […]
Boxing sensation Ryan Garcia became the centre of online speculation over the weekend after a short video clip surfaced, leading some fans to interpret it as a hint about his sexuality. The footage, widely shared on TikTok and X, shows Garcia admitting he was bisexual before someone off-camera asks, “So you bi then?” Garcia laughs […]
Brazilian tennis star João Lucas Reis da Silva is set to break new ground once again as he takes on the qualifying rounds of the 2026 Australian Open. The 25-year-old made headlines in late 2024 when he publicly came out as gay, sharing a heartwarming photo with his partner, Gui Sampaio Ricardo, in celebration of […]
Since the premiere of Heated Rivalry, actor Hudson Williams has received an unexpected wave of messages — not just from fans, but from closeted professional athletes moved by the show’s portrayal of secret love and identity in the high-stakes world of pro sports. Appearing on Andy Cohen Live this week, Williams opened up about the […]
US President Donald Trump has once again come under fire for mocking transgender athletes during a rambling speech at the House GOP’s annual retreat on 6 January, in which he also falsely referenced Algerian Olympic boxer Imane Khelif as transgender. Speaking to Republican lawmakers, Trump performed a grotesque impression of a weightlifting competition, mimicking both […]
US President Donald Trump has once again taken aim at the transgender community, this time during the announcement of a new national event titled “The Patriot Games.” The remarks, made during a video address, sparked immediate backlash from LGBTQIA+ advocates and online users. The planned games are part of a broader initiative to commemorate the […]
Anthony Bowens, All Elite Wrestling’s first openly gay star, is redefining sports entertainment by championing LGBTQ+ visibility and smashing stereotypes. In a world once hostile to openly queer athletes, Anthony Bowens stands as a powerful and unapologetic symbol of progress. From breaking barriers in the ring to becoming an inspiration for fans around the globe, […]