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

Tab Hunter, the quintessential American heartthrob, led a secret life contrary to the straight, heroic image he portrayed. Despite immense popularity among women, Hunter concealed his true sexuality, maintaining faux romances with stars like Natalie Wood and Debbie Reynolds.

Hunter’s 2005 autobiography, ‘Tab Hunter Confidential,’ delves into his struggle with his identity, caught between society’s homophobia and an unwelcoming Hollywood gay scene. Ultimately, he found happiness and acceptance, marrying his long-term partner, Allan Glaser, openly embracing his true self.