Famous Historical Personalities Who We Didn’t Know Identified as LGBTQ

Renowned for his iconic roles in ‘Perry Mason’ and ‘Ironside,’ Raymond Burr’s personal life was equally intriguing. After a short marriage, he met Robert Benevides on Perry Mason’s set in 1960, beginning a long-term relationship spanning decades.

Introduced by Scotty Bowers, Burr and Benevides’s partnership was not just personal but also business-oriented. They co-owned a vineyard in Sonoma, showcasing a partnership that thrived for 33 years, enduring until Burr’s death in 1993.