Gay actors in hollywood golden age

By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. TM Obscura is a writer with a passion for pop culture and a penchant for analysis. She frequently covers film, television, and representations of women in the media. Queer actors have been a part of the film industry for many, many years!

For many, June represents the month of pride; a time to celebrate, educate and communicate all that is queer, gay and fabulous. Happy pride everyone. Discretion is advised. Despite this, Hepburns studio pushed the narrative that her and fellow co-star Spencer Tracey also allegedly homosexual were in a relationship although according to account, this was instead a very solid friendship source.

Let's state the obvious: Being a gay celebrity during the days of Old Hollywood was no walk in the park. Behind Tinseltown's glitzy facade loomed the specter of Hollywood's "sexual gestapo," a term coined by Matt Tyrnauer, director of the documentary Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood via NPR. personality Scotty Bowers, who reportedly acted as a "confidante, friend, and pimp for Hollywood's closeted movie stars. The threat of exposure was real and ever-present for these entertainers.

Published May 10, Essays , Movies By Emily Kubincanek Disclaimer When you purchase through affiliate links on our site, we may earn a commission. The gay subculture of early Hollywood has gained more attention recently thanks to the Netflix series Hollywood. While the show does feature portrayals of some real celebrity characters, its main focus is on the fictional minority characters and the made-up success story of their diverse film. Many stars in Hollywood from the s suppressed their sexuality.