These celebrity parents support their children no matter what their status is.
For years, stars have openly celebrated, praised, and defended their LGBTQ+ offspring. Some A-list parents offered words of wisdom to other parents whose children are exploring their identity. Speaking with Jess Cagle on SiriusXM, Sally Field (whose son, Sam Griezmann, is gay) shared some advice for those hoping their children might come out:
“First of all, don't be afraid. And don't impose your own prejudices and fears about sexuality, your own fears about sexuality, on your children. Sexuality is a glorious part of human existence.” Field said.
See what else Field and other parents are proudly saying in support of their children who identify as LGBTQ+ since they came out.
Marlon Wayans
Currently appearing on breakfast club In November 2023, Marlon Wayans reveals his eldest son is transgender and reveals he is working on a comedy special about his journey from “ignorance and denial” to “complete, unconditional love and acceptance.” I made it.
For her son Kai, she said: “I want them to be free spirits, free thinkers, free selves…If they can't do that in a home with a father and mother, how can they do that?'' “I'm just so proud of who they are that I can send them out into the world with such confidence.''
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“And then he came out. I was so proud of his confidence. He was who he was and was proud of it. And we bonded again. I We got to know each other on a new level with a whole new respect.”
– Tori Spelling posts about son-in-law Jack McDermott, 24 (husband Dean McDermott shares son Jack with ex Mary Jo Eustace)
Cynthia Bailey
“If you meet a great young woman, it's a blessing. If you meet a great young man, it's a blessing. As long as they're good people and love you and support you.”
– The Real Housewives of Atlanta Star Cynthia Bailey shares her daughter Noelle, 23, who has come out as sexually fluid.
Sade
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“Mom, thank you for being by my side for the past six months. Thank you for fighting with me to complete the person I am. Thank you for encouraging me and giving me love during difficult times. With the purest heart. I love you so much, the queen of queens.”
– Sade’s son Isaac, who is transgender, on supporting his mother during her transition
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”[My husband and I] We watched in amazement and pride as our son became our daughter, Ruby.”
— Knives Out Actress Jamie Lee Curtis has revealed that her youngest child with husband Christopher Guest is transgender. AARP The MagazineAugust/September 2021 issue
“It was scary, but I didn't worry. They were very accepting of me throughout my life.”
— Ruby, guest on PEOPLE, on coming out to her parents
Alexis Bellino
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“I am so proud of Miles for wanting to stop hate and having the courage to step forward at such a young age. I hope my son will too… Thank you for supporting us and my family through the many changes over the years, we need more love and kindness in this world. . ”
— real housewives of orange county In October 2022, alumnus Alexis Bellino introduced her teenage son Miles on Instagram.
Heather Dubrow
“We have four children, all of different genders and sexualities, each at an interesting place in their lives and figuring out who they are and where they belong as human beings. Our purpose is , we felt it was a good idea to continue those conversations in other areas.''Families. ”
— real housewives of orange county Actress Heather Dubrow announced that her daughter Max came out as bisexual in 2020 and her daughter Kat came out as lesbian in 2021.
Ally Sheedy
“I want him to be able to do what he wants with his life, have the freedom to make his own choices, and be surrounded by a loving and supportive community. So far, he has shown that Made… Beck isn't hiding anything.
“I feel comfortable speaking with anyone who has a child who is just starting the transition process. Parents need to educate themselves. No matter what, they feel anxious about their child. But in this case, Beck is in a really great place in his life, and I'm giving him the freedom to act and just watching.”
— Actress Ally Sheedy tells PEOPLE about her parenting philosophy for her transgender son Beckett
Dwyane Wade & Gabriel Union
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“When I look at Zaya, it gives me hope because I think, okay, we raised her.” [our kids] Be authentic. ”
—Former professional basketball player Dwyane Wade tells PEOPLE about his daughter Zaya coming out as transgender
“we, [our kids] Feel strong and supported and feel free to be your true self.”
— LA's finest Actress Gabrielle Union tells PEOPLE about raising the couple's children in a supportive environment
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“My son is openly gay, and of course I accept him. I love him unconditionally.”
— fifty shades Actress Marcia Gay Harden talks to Yahoo Lifestyle about her son Hudson Seal
“What drives me is that all of my children are queer. My older child is non-binary. My son is gay. My youngest child is fluid. And you know… They are my children and they teach me every day.”
– Harden talks about his motivations to fight anti-LGBTQ+ bills on Drugs Isn’t Dangerous TVathon
Cynthia Nixon
“I'm so proud of my son Samuel Joseph Moses (aka Seph) who graduated from college this month. Salute to him and everyone else celebrating today's #TransDayofAction. #TDOA.”
— sex and the city Actress Cynthia Nixon announces her son is transgender on Instagram
magic johnson
“It's all about loving them, no matter who they are or what they decide to do. And when my son came out, I was so happy for him and we as parents. We were happy as well. We love our son. EJ is amazing.”
— Former professional basketball player Magic Johnson talks about his son EJ coming out at age 17. ellen degeneres show
sally field
“Sam is my youngest son, he's 18 now, and he's gay. And I say, 'So what?' […] His journey to becoming who nature intended him to be was not an easy one […] All I can do to make it easier is to visibly stand by, obviously love him, always be there, and always let him know. ”
— lincoln star Sally Field talks about supporting her son Samuel Greisman as he struggles with his sexuality as he grows up in an open letter to the Human Rights Campaign
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“We've always been very open-minded. Listen, it's all about love and light. Forget about the negativity and the haters.” […] She is rocking and having a great time. What the world needs is love.too much hatred […] The world needs positive influence. ”
— Singer Billy Ray Cyrus speaks to E! about his daughter Miley Cyrus coming out as pansexual.news
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“It took a lot of courage for you to come out to me. I hope you know that I accept it more than 'okay.' I'm glad you're gay.” It's part of what makes you who you are.
— Late heiress Gloria Vanderbilt tells PEOPLE about coming out to son Anderson Cooper
Annette Bening & Warren Beatty
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“He accomplished something very challenging with great style and great intelligence. He's an articulate and thoughtful person and I'm very, very proud of him.”
— hope gap Actress Annette Bening speaks to AARP about her son Stephen, who came out as transgender at age 14
“He is a revolutionary, a genius, my hero, and so are my children.”
— bonnie and clyde Star Warren Beatty expresses love for the couple's eldest son Stephen vanity fair
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“Birdie said he wanted his pronouns to be they/them, but I haven't. I'm a public person, so I want Birdie to be in control of his own narrative. And I said, “I don't have to.'' Bird said, “I don't mind talking about the fact that I'm gay and talking about my pronouns.'' that's nice. ” ”
— girls 5 eva Star Busy Philipps tells Health she doesn't want to reveal her child's Birdie pronouns to the media before she's ready
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“There's nothing more beautiful than watching your child find joy in exploring what it means to be himself…This is his journey and I'm rooting for it. I hope you all have the opportunity to feel the undying love that I feel now.
—the walking dead star Khary Payton spoke on Instagram about her son Carter, who came out as transgender in 2020.
