December 6th 2024.
It was a big moment for Lance Bass in 2006 when he publicly announced that he was gay. As a popular singer and actor, he couldn't escape the intense media speculation surrounding his sexuality. He had been seen at gay clubs and was even rumored to be dating a man. After his team saw him being photographed at a gay club, they decided to take control of the narrative and have him come out on the cover of People magazine. The magazine even chose Lance over Johnny Depp for their cover story.
In his interview, Lance boldly declared that he was not ashamed of his sexuality and that he felt more free and happy than he had ever felt before. Looking back on that time, Lance now admits that it was a difficult period in his life. He was planning to shoot a pilot for The CW, but after his coming out, the network decided to cancel the show. Lance revealed in a recent podcast that he lost everything because of his sexuality. Casting directors refused to hire him because they couldn't see past the fact that he was gay. It was a tough time for Lance, but he never regretted coming out.
Joining Metro's LGBTQ+ community on WhatsApp has been a great source of support for Lance. With thousands of members from all over the world, the group discusses the latest news and important issues facing the LGBTQ+ community. It's a safe space for Lance and others to share their experiences and support each other.
At the time, coming out in the entertainment industry was seen as a career killer. Lance feared that he would never be able to continue his career as an actor and singer. But he decided to take the risk and be true to himself. After his successful stint in boyband NSYNC, Lance ventured into acting. He was asked to audition for the group by Justin Timberlake after their original bass singer left. Lance has since appeared in movies and TV shows, including a six-month run on Broadway.
Lance's coming out was met with overwhelming support from fans, especially those who grew up listening to NSYNC's music. However, it took him a while to fully accept himself as he had feared being gay from a young age due to his religious upbringing. He would pray every night, hoping he could change. It was a difficult time for him, but eventually, he found the courage to be true to himself.
Before coming out, Lance dated women, including actress Danielle Fishel from Boy Meets World. He admits that he was trying to convince himself that he was straight, but deep down, he knew it wasn't true. Looking back, he realizes that he was just trying to conform to societal expectations. But eventually, he accepted himself and found true love with his now-husband, Michael Turchin.
Despite the challenges he faced after coming out, Lance has no regrets. He is proud of who he is and grateful for the support of his fans. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, Lance and the entertainment team at The Agency would love to hear from you. You can email, call, or visit the Submit Stuff page to share your story. Let's continue to support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community.
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