Ellen DeGeneres’ Landmark Revelation

Ellen DeGeneres made history in 1997 by gracing the cover of Time magazine under the bold headline “Yep, I’m Gay.” This landmark event, coinciding with her role in a hit ABC sitcom, signified a pivotal shift in LGBTQ+ visibility in American culture.

Twenty-five years later, Ellen humorously remarked on Twitter about not recalling her exact words but acknowledged the monumental impact of her public coming out. Her courage and openness paved the way for greater acceptance and representation of LGBTQ+ individuals in mainstream media.