#4: Wayne Brady

Year They Came Out of the Closet: 2023

In 2023, Let’s Make A Deal host Wayne Brady, then 51, publicly came out as pansexual, revealing his attraction to individuals regardless of sex or gender. “It’s never too late to take hold of your story,” he affirmed. For Brady, the most fulfilling part of coming out has been inspiring others to embrace their truths.

“Life is too short to live in the dark,” he shared, emphasizing the freedom in honesty. He noted that the most rewarding feedback has been, “You inspire me, not just on stage, but to live my truth.” That affirmation, he said, made it all worthwhile.