Stars Who Publicly Shared Their Bisexuality

Coming out is personal, even for famous people.

Some celebrities shared their bisexuality early in their careers. Others waited until later in life. Some used the word bisexual directly, while others have described attraction to more than one gender or used broader queer language.

Anna Paquin

Anna Paquin publicly came out as bisexual in 2010 through a PSA for the “Give a Damn” campaign.

At the time, many fans knew her best from True Blood and her Oscar-winning child performance in The Piano. Her coming out drew attention because she was already engaged to actor Stephen Moyer, and some people wrongly assume bisexuality disappears when someone is in a different-sex relationship.

Billie Joe Armstrong

Billie Joe Armstrong, the frontman of Green Day, first came out as bisexual in a 1995 interview with The Advocate.

Nearly three decades later, he told People he liked being seen as a “bisexual icon” and said he was glad conversations around sexuality had changed over time.

Amber Heard

Amber Heard publicly came out as bisexual in 2010.

She later said industry figures warned her that being open about her sexuality could damage her career. Heard spoke about that pressure at The Economist’s Pride & Prejudice event, explaining that she chose honesty despite the risks.

Evan Rachel Wood

Evan Rachel Wood has been vocal about being bisexual and about the stigma bisexual people face.

In interviews, she has discussed bisexual erasure and the way people wrongly attach stereotypes to bisexual identity. She also defended Amber Heard against media coverage that treated bisexuality as suspicious or scandalous.

Megan Fox

Megan Fox has spoken openly about being bisexual.

In an Esquire interview, she said she had no question in her mind about being bisexual, a statement that became one of the most widely quoted parts of her public identity.

Halsey

Halsey has been open about being bisexual.

In a GLAAD-related speech, Halsey described herself as a young bisexual woman and spoke about the pressure to prove that bisexuality is not a phase or confusion.

Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore publicly spoke about being bisexual in a 2003 interview.

She said she had always considered herself bisexual and spoke openly about attraction to women. Barrymore’s honesty stood out because she had already lived much of her life in public, from child stardom to adult reinvention.

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga has long spoken about attraction to women and her connection to the LGBTQ+ community.

Her music, especially “Born This Way,” became deeply tied to queer visibility and self-acceptance. Gaga has also repeatedly used major public moments to support LGBTQ+ people, including speaking about protecting and loving the trans community at the Grammys.

Anna Camp

Anna Camp publicly came out as bisexual in 2026.

The Pitch Perfect and Scream 7 actress said she was proud of herself for embracing her sexuality at 43 and choosing happiness. Her story is important because it shows coming out does not have one timeline. Some people find the language, safety, or confidence later in life.

Mara Wilson

Mara Wilson, known for Matilda and Mrs. Doubtfire, opened up about her sexuality after the 2016 Orlando nightclub shooting.

She shared that she identified as bisexual/queer and also said she planned to keep her relationships private.

Alan Cumming

Alan Cumming has long identified as bisexual.

The actor has spoken openly about his sexuality across interviews, public appearances, and advocacy work. His visibility matters because he has been out for years while working across stage, film, television, and writing.

Sara Ramirez

Sara Ramirez publicly came out as bisexual in 2016.

Known widely for playing Callie Torres on Grey’s Anatomy, Ramirez later became an important voice around bisexual and nonbinary visibility. Their public identity has helped many fans feel seen, especially because Grey’s Anatomy already had a major bisexual character through Callie.

Cynthia Nixon

Cynthia Nixon has spoken publicly about being attracted to more than one gender and has used labels carefully over time.

The Sex and the City star married education activist Christine Marinoni and has been open about not wanting her sexuality reduced to one easy media label. Her example shows that people’s language around identity can be personal and may evolve.

Aubrey Plaza

Aubrey Plaza has spoken about being attracted to both men and women.

In interviews, she has said girls are into her and that she is into them too. Plaza often uses humor, but her comments have been widely understood as part of her openness about sexuality.

Tessa Thompson

Tessa Thompson has spoken openly about attraction and identity, while also choosing careful language.

She has described being attracted to men and women and has discussed the freedom of not hiding who she is. Thompson’s comments received attention because fans already connected her with queer representation through both her public life and her screen roles.

Cardi B

Cardi B has publicly pushed back when people questioned her bisexuality.

She has said she has had experiences with women and rejected the idea that bisexual women are only saying it for attention. Her comments matter because bisexuality is often challenged or dismissed, especially when a celebrity is in a relationship with a man.

Amandla Stenberg

Amandla Stenberg has spoken publicly about sexuality and identity over time.

They have used queer language and have been part of conversations around gender, race, and representation in Hollywood. Their public openness made them an important figure for younger audiences looking for more honest representation.

Vanessa Carlton

Vanessa Carlton came out as bisexual during a Nashville Pride event in 2010.

The singer-songwriter, best known for “A Thousand Miles,” used the moment to share her identity publicly with fans. Her coming out stood out because it happened on a Pride stage, in a setting built around visibility and support.

Jason Mraz

Jason Mraz publicly came out as bisexual in 2018.

He had previously written a Pride Month poem that included the line “I am bi your side,” and later confirmed that he identifies as bisexual. His coming out drew attention because he was already married to a woman at the time, again challenging the false idea that bisexuality depends on a partner’s gender.

Cara Delevingne

Cara Delevingne has spoken openly about sexuality and has used different labels, including bisexual and pansexual, over time.

The model and actor has said her identity can feel fluid, and she has been candid about loving people beyond gender.

Bella Thorne

Bella Thorne came out publicly as bisexual in 2016.

She later described herself with broader language, including pansexual. Her public comments are a reminder that identity language can evolve as people find words that fit them better.

Clive Davis

Music executive Clive Davis came out as bisexual in his memoir.

His disclosure stood out because he was an older public figure and a powerful music-industry executive. Davis spoke about relationships with both women and men, widening the public understanding of bisexuality beyond young pop culture.

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