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'The Upshaws' star Jermelle Simon opens up about his coming out journey

"I have a career, I'm a father, I'm in a relationship. I have so many responsibilities, and so many things to do. I needed to free up my mind," the actor tells Out in an exclusive interview about his coming out journey.

Human Rights Campaign’s Brandon Wolf on surviving Pulse to saving queer lives

How? The nonprofit’s National Press Secretary credits his queer community and stresses its importance.

Building bridges: Stonewall Community Foundation's Maryse Pearce on identity and community

Once closeted, the nonprofit’s Program Director opens up on how coming out has freed her and shaped her career.

Out & Equal’s Jean-Marie Navetta on leading the change for LGBTQ+ workplace equality

From summit attendee to Vice President of Learning Programs, Navetta shares her journey into leadership at the nonprofit.

Cuban American actor Carlo Arrechea is ready to come out & open his heart (exclusive)

"I know many people going through the same thing, but I guess I'm a rebel," the former Nickelodeon star tells Out in an exclusive interview. "I just want to be who the f*ck I want to be and live as my authentic self. I don't want to hide."

The pride that fuels True Colors United’s Jeff Katz’s queer youth advocacy

How one moment of revelation pushes the nonprofit’s Senior Director of Development into a career in advocating for queer homelessness.

How Translatinx Network’s CEO Cristina Herrera transforms hardships into leadership

From isolation to inspiration, the trans advocate reflects on coming out to leading change.

Out & McDonald’s “Coming Out, Me:” Pulse survivor Brandon Wolf on advocacy, and coming out

Out and McDonald’s partner to support the Human Rights Campaign’s fight for LGBTQ+ equality.

Out & McDonald’s “Coming Out, Me:” Maryse Pearce on coming out and driving change for LGBTQ+ nonprofits

Out and McDonald’s unite to support Stonewall Community Foundation’s mission to fund queer advocacy.

Out & McDonald’s “Coming Out, Me:” Jean-Marie Navetta of Out & Equal reflects on her journey into queer workplace equality

Presented by McDonald’s, Out celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month by supporting Out & Equal’s mission.

Out & McDonald’s “Coming Out, Me:” True Colors United’s Jeff Katz on advocacy and empowerment

Out and McDonald’s team up to spotlight the queer leader combating LGBTQ+ homelessness

Out & McDonald’s “Coming Out, Me:” Translatinx Network’s CEO Cristina Herrera on turning pain into power

Watch how the nonprofit’s founder is uplifting LGBTQ+ immigrants, proudly presented by McDonald’s!

Laith Ashley, Vincint, Johnny Sibilly and more on their personal journeys to self-acceptance

In an exclusive interview with Out celebrating National Coming Out Day, Laith Ashley and his friends open up about the emotional journey of coming out, and how their stories inspire a new generation.