In a new interview, actor Colman Domingo shared his coming out story from the '90s. Social media users are reacting to the news. The Fans Share Emotional Reactions To Colman Domingo’s Coming Out Story first appeared on The Blast

Actor Colman Domingo has recently opened up about his experience coming out as a Black gay man in the 1990s. In a recent interview, the “Michael” performer said he first came out to his brother, and shortly after, his entire immediate family knew his secret. However, Domingo’s coming out wasn’t a sad experience, as he was showered with love and encouragement from those closest to him. Online, social media users are reacting to the rare story, wishing that the actor’s experience were more common.

Colman Domingo Shares His Experience Coming Out As A Gay Man In The 1990s

Speaking with Men’s Health, Domingo, who’s been in the spotlight lately after starring in the Michael Jackson biopic “Michael,” recalled coming out as gay to his family.

Domingo’s story is a bit uncommon, as the actor said he told his brother first after he took him to a strip club.

“I told him that I was gay. He looked at me and was just like, ‘What?’ He just couldn’t believe it,” Domingo said of his brother’s reaction.

A little while later, though, Domingo’s brother embraced him, saying he didn’t care about the actor’s sexuality. “And he just hugged me. Then he said, ‘Have you told anyone else?’ I said, no. He said, ‘Alright, this stays between you and me,'” he said.

Colman Domingo’s Coming Out Didn’t Just Stay Between Him And His Brother

Days later, Domingo said that he received a phone call from his sister, Averie, who was “p-ssed off” after learning the news.

However, she wasn’t upset with the actor because he was gay; she was furious because she wasn’t the first person to know.

“I said, ‘Look, yes, it was really hard for me to tell him.’ She said, ‘No, no, no. Why didn’t you tell me first?'” Domingo recalled. “She was p-ssed off because she didn’t get the information first.”

Colman Domingo Was Embraced By His Mother And His Stepfather After Telling Them He Was A Gay Man

And the game of telephone didn’t stop there. According to Domingo, the next person in his family to learn the news was his mother, Edith.

Domingo said that she took the news well and vowed to keep the information private. But just 20 minutes later, Domingo said he received a phone call from his mother, informing him that she had spoken with his stepfather.

Much like the others in his family, Domingo’s stepfather reacted calmly, reassuring the actor that he was loved and cared for despite their different identities.

“She puts him on and he says, in his blue-collar masculine way, ‘You’re a good boy and there’s nothing you can tell me that would make me stop loving you,'” Domingo stated.

Although Domingo’s mother and stepfather passed away in 2006, the actor said their roles in his life have shaped him profoundly.

“Now I live without apology. What I feel is what I feel. What I say is what I say. How I love is how I love,” he said.

Domingo’s Story Has Gone Viral On Social Media, Prompting A Flurry Of Heartwarming Responses

Coming out as gay in the Black community is often uniquely challenging, with individuals facing distinct barriers at home and in the workplace, according to the American Psychiatric Association.

For that reason, Domingo’s coming out journey has captivated the internet, with many sharing heartwarming reactions to his rare experience.

“This should be the norm for finding out your child is queer,” one user wrote on X. “And this was the f–king NINETIES. Parents, do better for your babies.”

“In summary, there’s love at home,” another user wrote, while a third said, “See how easy it is to just love and accept your child?”

Another simply wrote, “This sh-t was beautiful.”

Domingo’s Coming Out Experience Has Taken Netizens By Surprise

And the flood of positive reactions didn’t stop there. Another user shared on X that they were prepared to read that someone in Domingo’s family reacted “horribly” to the news.

“But it warms my heart that he had such a safe and loving coming out,” they added. “Young gay Black boys/men deserve to feel safe expressing themselves around loved ones!!”

Another added, “This legit made me tear up! I wish all my queer family would receive this love and acceptance.”

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