Zachary Quinto is calling out a stereotype in Hollywood surrounding openly gay male actors.The “American Horror Story: NYC” star said that in the decade since he came out in 2011, there has been an “incredible explosion of visibility” for LGBTQ+ representation onscreen, “particularly in the trans community,” he told The Independent.However, the “Star Trek” alum explained that coming out can change how casting directors and audiences view actors.“There’s still a tremendous amount of fear around particularly openly gay men in our industry,” Quinto said.
“There is this long-held and stubborn belief that to identify as an openly gay man on some level means you’re inherently less masculine, inherently less believable as a straight character.”He continued, “There are still actors who believe their careers are better served by not acknowledging their authentic selves.
That’s their prerogative, but I think we’re part of a movement that is unstoppable.
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