Why More Gay Celebrities Need to Out Themselves

Reports say that Mark Feehily is a happier man since coming out and sharing is love of Kevin McDaid with the world. Clearly as more privileged gay men and women get out of the closet it will make the same act easier for less gifted and lucky gay people.

Nicky [Byrne] also said he believed Mark’s decision to talk frankly about his relationship would help other people who found it difficult to reveal their sexuality.

“Maybe if they see someone in the public eye like Mark talking about it, it will make it easier for them,” he said. “He’s had great support from family and friends, and his fans. But I don’t think anyone was really that surprised, it’s 2005 and people do talk more openly now.

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