Former 'Bachelor' Colton Underwood speaks his truth and comes out as gay l GMA

[@luanpenna]

That explains why he was obsessed with Cassie and didn't accept the end of their relationship. He didn't want to accept the truth about who he really is

[@shainal.joseph5374]

Agreed. Like Cassie was his last choice or else it really meant that he was gay.

[@JoshWitte]

He's still an abusive piece of 💩

[@WilliamBrown-vb5ws]

No, it doesn’t explain why. Sexuality and stalking are not synonymous. I’m guessing you think Colton is attractive and have a strong attraction to white men.

[@InversifyA]

Not excusable

[@starRavenCraft]

@@paigec5017 it happens a lot. I was mildly involved with a closeted man. I ended up finding out he was physically abusive to his wife

[@alexanderfoxworth2083]

The Netflix series "Coming Out Colton" is a must-see. Happy that he's living his truth and owning up to what he did in the past. Much respect and support for him!!

[@codikenley9492]

Yes definitely a must see

[@grainofsalt2113]

loool he's a loser

[@0fficixl.166]

I do agree with you this show can teach other people things that people will never see behind close doors what gay people go threw in there life or what happened when they try to give up on themselves, people also need to try to put themselves in other people shoes are try to see what they been thru and see what they person you talking about been thru always try to look at different point of view before saying that you don't understand. (SIDE-NOTE: You can tell how nervous he was when he was talking about the bad part of his life he kelp swollenin hard.)

[@desir82022]

I watched it. Very powerful! For me coming from a homophobic society and country, it is not easy being gay. He is courageous. Go, Colton!!! Enjoy your life and say super safe and happy...

[@sudeepjoseph69]

@@desir82022 What country you are from

[@emmaoconnell7936]

i think we can all be happy for him for accepting his true self without forgetting the trauma he caused Cassie

[@skirk4123]

It’s not about Cassie tho

[@WilliamBrown-vb5ws]

No, you focus on the allegations first so you can avoid how the optics can make it look like people are over looking the allegations.

[@Salutations26]

@@skirk4123 it is though because he made it about Cassie when he stalked her and made her life miserable.

[@Therezumee92]

And what? We're gonna bring that up for the rest of time? He obviously had his demons which he has been working through. People deserve a chance to redeem themselves. He's the one who won't forget.

[@silvifl2520]

Preach Cinty

[@lifebeginsaftercoffee]

This is a perfect example of someone who takes responsibility for their wrongs. He was dealing with a lot of personal battles and living in his own truth without fear of judgement. He apologized to her publicly and you can tell he’s terrified of releasing his truth. Holding back from what you are can make people do crazy things and say crazy things. Not an excuse, but at least he knows he was wrong. I see a guy with the right intentions, wrong execution on some parts. He means well. Good for him for owning up to his shit. May he and the women he hurt move forward in positivity from here on out. You can tell he always truly meant well.

[@elizaesther8477]

My best guy friend in high school told me he was in love with me and asked me out. I felt something was off so said no. He was devastated, I felt horrible. A few months later he came to tell me he was gay. He said he loved me as a person and I was the only girl he could see himself with, if he couldn’t be with me, he had to face his truth. I feel like this happened with Colton and Cassie. He connected with her on a deep friendship level and forced himself to believe he was in love with her. I think he knew if it didn’t work with her he couldn’t handle being with another woman and his truth would come out. Now I am NOT excusing his stalking by saying this. That’s abusive behavior and I support Cassie and understand her pain and fear. But there was clearly something very off with Colton for him to hold on soo hard and this was it. I hope he really took the time to explain why he did what he did to her and apologized. I hope they both heal.

[@gregbrogan9061]

Interesting.... As a gay guy, I also had one girl in high school than I almost thought I could feel passion for... We were raised together, she was like a sister to me, our families knew each other, we went to prom together... She was captain of the women's swim team while I was captain of the men's... I guess it just felt right... so lucky we didn't end up going further.

[@HokieJuju]

@Purple Lady Wow, that just made me cry!!! What an amazing friendship u two share!!! It’s so cool that u are being a surrogate for him!!!

[@beccaann4358]

@Purple Lady wow! that is incredible 🤍 wishing an abundance of love to you & your families! i want my gay bff to be my man of honor at my wedding 🥺

[@jorrba3934]

You should have gone out with him, and rock his world!! You could have probably made him straight.

[@ma_de_sa5848]

@@jorrba3934 That's not how it works. 😐

[@j.wm.roberts52]

Congratulations to Colton! As a 72 year old gay, former educator, I know the trauma he is experiencing. When I came out at 13 in 1962, it was a tremendously hard decision. However, what made my transition to being my 'true' self were the words my beloved grandmother said when I told her and my mother...."Baby, remember, it's our job to raise you to be the man you're supposed to be, not the man we want you to be!" I, with the continued support of family, church, and community have led a happy, satisfied life. I've been with my husband for 26 years and this is something for which I will forever thank the family and extended family and community! I know Colton's father will continue to be his underpinning! Kudos!

[@johnhattanfine]

Waou bravo !! 🙂🙂😇😇

[@ericmatthews1588]

Thank you for being yourself in a time where it was much more difficult to do so. You, and many like you, have helped changed the world for the better. I have so much gratitude for those who came before, that I can live an openly gay life without fear.

[@westernwizard13]

You're an O.G. I don't care what anyone says. You're amazing.

[@j.wm.roberts52]

@@johnhattanfine It was brave for my family to be unmovable in their support. I guess that's where I learned to be courageous!

[@j.wm.roberts52]

@@ericmatthews1588 Eric, I thank you for the praise. My grandfather always said..."Whenever you go any place, you walk in there like you own the place and they'll leave you the hell alone!" Remember, this was a time when people of color weren't always welcomed. I used the same principle when dealing with those who were hostile toward gay people. I always held my head high and if they didn't like it, it was their problem. I didn't shirk from confrontation, but never started it. Never back down and always have verbal ammunition to make them think. Physical confrontation only antagonizes more...bruises heal but words remain!

[@Yuan3986]

There is a tremble in his voice. There is still fear. He knows the worst part is over, but he still has ways to go before he truly loves and accepts himself. I hope he does. And I hope he finds a man whom he will love. A man who will show him how perfect he is and has been all this time.

[@Salutations26]

Let’s just pray he doesn’t stalk that man.

[@Youngstown529]

@@Salutations26 Is he a top or bottom?

[@jenniferdelgado2834]

This comment 🥺

[@Salutations26]

@@Youngstown529 🤷‍♀️

[@Youngstown529]

@@Salutations26 This is a really important question.

[@AnNguyen-sx9hl]

I don't know you Colton, but when coming across the "Coming Out Colton" series on Netflix yesterday, I deeply felt for you, and respected you for what you did. At the same time, your happiness is true, and contagious, and I believe it makes not only people around you happy, but also people like me who only knows you from afar. Keep doing you, and I wish you all the best!

[@michelles1517]

Happiness

[@michelles1517]

There is nothing about this guy that makes me happy. The fact that he’s running around acting happy that he’s having sex with a woman one minute and now he’s saying he’s having sex with a man the next minute doesn’t make me happy! These are not things that make you happy! I see him as a very confused individual. It’s almost like he hasn’t grown up and in his emotional mental state hasn’t completely connected and I think it’s ridiculous that he actually is on national TV exposing his feelings on what he’s doing in the bedroom and what his sexual preferences are. Money it’s all for the Almighty $$$! Do something productive in life help the people that are homeless, help the people that are starving, help the people that are over in Ukraine right now suffering send money over there to maybe help them there are 1 million zillion things that we can do!Help the elderly there are people that are struggling just to get up and walk every day there are some people that don’t even have legs, but we’re listening to Colton and what his sexual Preferences are such a waste of time on national TV. We should be teaching our children on national TV how to do things, how to survive in this world how to grow vegetables, how to do some farming or gardening how to cook. Things that children need to learn and grow up and have good morals and values not about a guy that one minute he’s on some dating bachelor TV show seriously. I see him as an opportunist and money hungry confused man. He’s smiling because he’s with a new boyfriend that has millions and now he’s going to have a TV show and he’ll be making millions that’s why he’s smiling because money turns him on and attention from other people turn him on.

[@Itssssn]

He didn’t jump the fence for Cassie. He jumped the fence to get away from the truth.

[@binkyfaith]

Oh my damn

[@sexymama1966]

That is certainly one way to look at it

[@scoonerscoon9992]

He jumped a fence?

[@kiahgypsy3466]

I agree.. there was fear. He was living to please him family or religion or team mates. I’m happy for him to walk in his truth now.

[@boruto9495]

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[@diamond9440]

That was the reason he went after Cassie. She didn't want him and that meant he wouldn't have to make serious decisions about marriage. May have been made subconsciously. Glad he found his truth

[@yogotti1230]

@ Diamond Wow! Looking back on the whole situation, that’s a very profound perspective.

[@rossen8384]

Yes, I think you're right.

[@LateNightVibes_]

Cassie wanted FAME!

[@LovedByYou]

I think that's why he is saying this so he can abdicate responsibility and blame it on that. I'm not buying it.

[@SimplyMeezy]

That’s such a great observation!

[@yogotti1230]

That was pretty deep. Many people won’t understand it, but I say to Colton, congratulations on finding the courage to live your truth.

[@margo1989]

But why the whole world should know about it? He has sex with men instead of women. So what?!

[@Dual971]

Truth and coning people?

[@slendertale7358]

@@margo1989 Inspiration for others who are internally gay per say?

[@gingersnap9712]

@@margo1989 That was my first thought too.

[@Geo-is1cu]

He staIked and harased Cassie but he gets a TV show and sympathy. HomosexuaI privilege.

[@PeterMilesChannel]

I think, Colton is happy as he came out as gay. Now he is relieve and we are so proud of you Colton Underwood

[@somethingsomethinghq1068]

Just watched 'Coming Out Colton' and he is just so brave. He has made a lot of mistakes, but he really does regret them and knows he's hurt people. Love you, Colton!

[@eugenemcdermott673]

Bravery is telling the truth at the onset. I blame ABC they do daily covid tests do they do AIDs tests? ABC put all the girls at risk

[@j92000n1]

Oh F-off this guy is a narcissist

[@Nicole-ed1zg]

The bachelor and bachelorette is nothing more than ppl wanting to be seen and become famous thats why none of the relationships last after filming of the show is done.

[@kthiggem1jackson249]

Exactly

[@jolliebearforchrist5468]

JESUS CHRIST DIED ON THE CROSS FOR OUR SINS AND HE WAS BURIED AND HE ROSE AGAIN ON THE THIRD DAY BY FAITH IN GOD'S SON THE LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST AND JESUS CHRIST ALONE SALVATION WILL BE YOURS AND ETERNAL LIFE WITH GOD IN HEAVEN AWAITS YOU WHEN YOU LEAVE THIS EARTH THE BIBLE 1ST CORINTHIANS CHAPTER 15 VERSES 1 THROUGH 5 AND JOHN CHAPTER 3 VERSES 16 THROUGH 21 THE BIBLE

[@jolliebearforchrist5468]

@@kthiggem1jackson249 JESUS CHRIST DIED ON THE CROSS FOR OUR SINS AND HE WAS BURIED AND HE ROSE AGAIN ON THE THIRD DAY BY FAITH IN GOD'S SON THE LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST AND JESUS CHRIST ALONE SALVATION WILL BE YOURS AND ETERNAL LIFE WITH GOD IN HEAVEN AWAITS YOU WHEN YOU LEAVE THIS EARTH THE BIBLE 1ST CORINTHIANS CHAPTER 15 VERSES 1 THROUGH 5 AND JOHN CHAPTER 3 VERSES 16 THROUGH 21 THE BIBLE

[@AT-ss5nk]

@@jolliebearforchrist5468 Shut up! It doesn't help anyone to write hysterically about religion on every possible channel, every possible topic, every video , you and people like you just make Christians look like weirdos who have nothing to do with life

[@lesliebrooks3567]

I hate to tell it to you women....but no straight man goes on the show The Bachelor...only closeted men do that show...because they are trying to prove their manhood...no straight man would sleep with multiple women especially on air....don't kid yourselves about men women...a truly straight man usually will only date one woman at a time.

[@Therezumee92]

Both shocked and not at all. It's fascinating how general public usually sees it when person themselves can't face it just yet. Happy for him. Everyone deserves to be in peace with themselves. Hope he's being truthful and won't fall as low as he did ever again.

[@cageynerd]

It is funny how his dad was like, "I found a lot of gay porn on our computer growing up so I kind of assumed he could he gay."

[@khmertoY]

As a gay man myself I always got feeling that Colton is gay especially when he said was a virgin man, now I'm right about it. Colton I and almost every gay man can relate to you and what you went through. I applause you for being this strong, for being who you are; free yourself is the biggest release and I hope you will find happiness.

[@wnm8888]

I think Matt James is another closeted guy.

[@khmertoY]

@@wnm8888 it's so sad that this is 2021, but there are so many gay men out there still don't have the courage to come out.

[@Salutations26]

So you stalked an ex girlfriend too?

[@khmertoY]

@@Salutations26 no cuz I never had a gf..lol. Plus no big deal anymore for them, its only you that still have a problem, cuz she dropped the charge against him and they both have reached the private agreement. They both have moved on with their lives. Chill!

[@trayvonandrews6278]

What does being a virgin have to do with being gay? It’s a choice kid

[@HeyoChris]

From the perspective of a gay man, you can fall in love with a woman and still be gay. Homosexuality is determined by your sexual attraction towards others. So I believe he was in love with Cassie.. just may not have ever been sexually attracted to her.

[@aviancag8716]

Well said.

[@alainaconstantine5528]

Ya maybe it was like Freddie mercury and the woman he dated (i can't remember the name, maybe mary) and then he realized he was gay but he still loved her in a way. And he left like all of his inheritance to her

[@sucram1015]

Stop lying, you mean bisexual. Gay is you have no sort of attraction to the opposite at all. Bisexual is you have an attraction to both. People are so confused about sexuality it makes no sense. I'm a heterosexual male who never experiences sexual attraction in women but need a connection with them first. Gay is you only like the same sex, not your open to being with someone of the opposite sex. Your gay and even you don't seem to know this shit. Just like a lesbian claiming she would date a man she finds attractive but is still lesbian. No, it's wrong lesbians wouldn't be with members of the opposite. Anybody claiming you can be homosexual and still be with members of the opposite sex are really ignorant to homosexuality. Homosexuality means you only like or only have attraction to someone of the same sex not you would consider it as an option to be with someone of the opposite sex.

[@HeyoChris]

@@sucram1015 🤦🏻‍♂️ Sound it out with me... homoSEXUAL... heteroSEXUAL... biSEXUAL.

[@toriawilliams749]

Stop it. you're pushing a very dangerous message by justifying it. he abused the hell outta that woman....that's not love.

[@mikaelmmelo]

I just want to say I am SO happy Robin did this interview! It's great seeing an LGBTQ+ reporter tackle this topic with sensitivity and grace.

[@saygraye]

Wow she’s gay I did not know

[@robindrury4033]

​@grayeway did you actually watch this video? She literally talks at the end about her experience of coming out to her family...

[@jeffreyscorsone991]

This made me cry. Everything he said I felt before I came out, people don’t realize how hard it is to come out. He did it on National TV. Well done to you Colton. Severe props.

[@NylundR]

Super hard but he got it done in one go. Sadly for non-celebrities, it can be tough but in a different way. Every new person, every new workplace, it's the same fear all over again. Regular people don't have that platform

[@coralakey]

I'm so happy for him but disappointed in GMA for not pushing harder about him stalking and harassing Cassie. He put a tracker on her car people, this is serious stuff. I'm glad his sexuality can be celebrated but it must be incredibly frustrating for her to have the extreme harassment he gave her explained away in this interview as "oh this must be why he was so obsessed with her."

[@justanotherpersonxo]

Gay or not. He's scary if those allegations are true. Putting a tracker on someone's car? Emotional abuse? I am sorry but something about this doesn't fly with me even though he's gay

[@rickrollrizal]

@@justanotherpersonxo ugh god these people. The matter has been settled. The case got dismissed with prejudice meaning Cassie cannot file again the same lawsuit. You only get that dismissal if the allegations are false or Both have settled amicably. Either way, it's nobody's business.

[@greatwesternsky]

I don't want this to sound like I'm justifying this behavior, and obviously I don't know this guy, but as a gay man who grew up suppressing his attractions in a Christian household driven by a deep fear of hell... I know what it's like to feel the madness/delusion of trying to make life liveable under threat of a future of celibacy and repression, or the punishment of death. While I didn't make decisions like Colton's I can see that he may have felt she was his only way out or solution to make life tolerable, and was in survival mode. Again... it does not excuse what he did, but for now I can only give him the benefit of the doubt knowing that dark prison of thoughts... he may turn out to be another entitled selfish young man, but at this point in time I'm seeing him as a human who made some very big mistakes under duress.

[@rickrollrizal]

@@greatwesternsky it's not justifying because 1. It's between him and Cassie and apparently they've both settled amicably as the case has been dismissed with prejudice 2. Anyone is not beyond redemption. In this case, he regretted his actions and have settled with Cassie and her family People are just trying to cancel him cause he's another white boy.

[@efroggys]

This isn’t about Cassie ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@Jprice141788]

1:10 I can attest that this is one of the hardest things to say for the first time out loud. I can hear the same struggle I went through to accept it in myself and it made me tear up because I can completely relate to that specific moment. It has a universal weight and each time you say it the lighter the pressure gets off your shoulders and chest and the more you smile and feel proud instead of ashamed saying those 2 words.

[@gregbrogan9061]

From a Catholic-raised gay guy - also an athlete - I know the struggle - and I had the same prayers, etc.. And I'm really proud of Colton. It gets so much better when you accept yourself.

[@BillyEilish]

🤣🤣

[@ptrsrfns]

I'm happy you came to terms with it.

[@cuziMtruth]

Hey Greg

[@LK1419_]

Catholic is a false religion. Of course you'd agree with this. If you were truly a man of God you'd know this isn't right.

[@gregbrogan9061]

@@LK1419_ - As an atheist I don't believe there is a true religion. But of course, I also don't say I'm a man of god.

[@joalexsg9741]

I'm so happy for him! We can clearly see how relieved he is now.

[@beccat3954]

I’m so happy he felt he could open up, but THE GULPING IS SO LOUD HCUDJNDIEJWJDJNSNS IT MAKES ME CRAWL IN MY SKIN

[@Marisoul45]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@sonjarucker1651]

OMG 😳 I nooooooo

[@Mi4ntonio]

Hahahahaha

[@noblesavage1367]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣omg that’s what I said

[@chrismondry921]

I almost had to stop the video from that. My gosh

[@dancingmandy96]

I met Colton during a visit for his nonprofit at the children’s hospital I worked at 2 years ago. He was incredibly genuine and so kind and truly cared more about helping kids than publicity (more than a lot of college athletes) That being said I felt that something was a bit off in how much he kept talking about Cassie and how great their relationship was. I applaud him for being so brave and vulnerable while also acknowledging the awful pain and fear he caused Cassie. Stalking is NEVER okay in any form. Also as a Christian I am so grateful that he is taking this bold step in sharing his story. Thousands of Christian LGBTQIA people will be impacted by their message and hopefully know that their maker and savior loves them more than anything.

[@MS-hw1vb]

But understand this, that in the last days there will come times of difficulty. For people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, proud, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having the appearance of godliness, but denying its power 2 Timothy 3v5

[@MS-hw1vb]

Just as it was in the days of Noah, so will it be in the days of the Son of Man. They were eating and drinking and marrying and being given in marriage, until the day when Noah entered the ark, and the flood came and destroyed them all. Likewise, just as it was in the days of Lot-they were eating and drinking, buying and selling, planting and building, but on the day when Lot went out from Sodom, fire and sulfur rained from heaven and destroyed them all- so will it be on the day when the Son of Man is revealed. Luke 17v26

[@MS-hw1vb]

We can't live our truth and gods truth at the same time Jesus said if we want to follow him we have to die to ourselves. We have to put our feelings to death. It will be hard. Its a cross we have to bear here on this earth. Jesus said to his disciples, "Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me

[@Geo-is1cu]

He staIked and harased Cassie but he gets a TV show and sympathy. HomosexuaI privilege.

[@evelino87]

Ty. Your statement made me teary eyed 🥺💜💜

[@stephanietambaoan7644]

His voice shaking during the whole interview

[@onism8906]

i know seeing him be so shaky bad me Feel bad

[@torilevine8053]

I’m glad he’s owning up to the mistakes he made in his relationship with Cassie. While what he did isn’t okay in any way, he knows that what he did is bad and is not excusing it. On an unrelated note, I don’t know why I found his smile at @11:29-11:31 so precious when Robin asked him about a partner :)

[@jesstychan]

It takes so much courage to come out to be honest let alone he’s already a reality star in a dating show... I hope he could be happy to truly be who he is and live life to its fullest.

[@andreou5711]

“Let’s forgive the manipulator/stalker and give him a platform because he’s attracted to men!” Seriously. Why does this matter to anyone beyond his family.

[@cwqirbw2422]

Because he cose to. His decision is none of your business

[@wonderwoman5528]

Don’t judge someone when you’ve never lived in their shoes

[@noelgenoway9360]

It does matter!!! You just don't understand!!!

[@samiam5434]

I don’t think that was the said at all....he clearly apologized and is not making excuses for what he has done so....not sure who you’re speaking for.

[@yvette4933]

Yes and always blaming the church

[@harolune]

I just finished watching "Coming out Colton" and it made me tear up. He's such a brave person, and his brave action will encourage other people who are suffering from similar issues to make a big step forward. I support you and thank you for sharing your honest story, Colton☺️

[@avachandel6609]

This makes me SO happy for not only him, but for EVERY individual out there who struggles with authenticity, and the ability to be one's self. As a hetero, I know many of us take these simple relationship "freedoms" for granted. I wish him the best, and hope that he inspires more people to stop hurting others in relationships as they try to hide who they really are.

[@user-nv7bw7qy5u]

Seeing a man find genuine peace and happiness in his soul if a beautiful thing.

[@AC-do5cu]

Colton, stop listening to EVERYTHING! Pause...breathe. And feel proud about everything it took for you to say this! WOW that takes immense courage!!! Congratulations, Sir.

[@Geo-is1cu]

He staIked and harased Cassie but he gets a TV show and sympathy. HomosexuaI privilege.

[@cjgarner1810]

So proud of Colton. I think we can be proud of him while still remembering the trauma he caused others.

[@joemonroe2249]

His story is so relatable... The whole "I will die with this secret" .. I resonate with so much growing up in a religious househole. I thought so much of the same things he did as well. I'm glad he's finally able to come out and be honest with who he is

[@ramilahettiarachchi1249]

Seeing the nervousness in the voice, kudos for being brave and courageous. Life is a journey, not a destination.

[@UnFiltered-Beauty89]

Amen!

[@aaronlusings]

as a gay person, i really don’t like how this is being framed to justify his stalking his girlfriend

[@konyiaa]

Yea I didn’t expect that part my eyes got big 😳😂 restraining order? I wanna know what happened 😳

[@aaronlusings]

@@konyiaa he started tracking his ex gf’s car lol and he got a second phone number to anonymously threaten both her and himself to make her feel like she needed him

[@Jazz5777]

Oh give me a break, when your attached to someone powerfully emotions take you to irrational places. Get over it,. You who get butthurt over stalking befriends are creepier than a stalker to me

[@aaronlusings]

@@Jazz5777 so you’re fine with him tracking his gf and pretending to be someone else and harassing her

[@intothemystic5223]

@@Jazz5777 I hope you're trolling

[@andywang6918]

When a person decides to come out, he not only has face the criticisms thrown at him, but also worry about the pain others will inflict on his love ones. When a person comes out, he doesn't just come out alone, he forces his family to go through something they didn't sign up for and have power in deciding when it will happen. At least for the person coming out he/she gets to decide when it happens. So kudos to all the family members that supports the coming out process, they are also the hero.

[@hopehope5406]

Does not justify him stalking Cassie+ why would he tell a girl he loves her and kisses her.

[@CallMeAdamNYC]

Wonderful interview! Robin Roberts always makes people comfortable, allowing them to reveal their truths. Congratulations to Colton on accepting who you are & taking the time to work through it. Lots of love to you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@petecham4917]

This interview made me tear up a bit because as a gay man myself I can relate to the nerves he was feeling telling people he was gay! But it does get better and now he can be happy being himself. He has a lot to work thru though!

[@GoGerman4]

His shudder at around 1:05 spoke the most to me. I 100% understand that fear of sharing that part of you. I’m proud of you man!

[@FLo-jc7ig]

I don't think Colton knows where he's at in life really! Just a very confused guy! Goes from so obsessed and in love with Cassie to gay? There's something way deep inside still. He's just reaching for everything he hasn't tried yet...

[@chunkyboy2233]

it’s a show

[@FLo-jc7ig]

@@lisaa8437 Colton thinks that because Cassie rejected him, he must be gay!! It was obvious him and Cassie had sex on their overnight date and with a big smile on his face said the evening was Great for both of them. When that went South, suddenly he's Gay??? No he's Not!!! He needs serious counceling! Even on his GMA interview he didn't convince me! He's just digging himself in deeper and making an ass of himself on the way! 🤥🤯poof!!

[@devin597]

@@lisaa8437 he was closeted convincing himself to be straight. your not him so you being very rude! every gay person has. different story just leave him alone

[@bperez8656]

This is what internalized homophobia looks like Did you not listen to the interview!? He’s known since 6 years old!!!

[@bperez8656]

I relate to this story 1000% he’s not confused !! I did the same

[@philipo5259]

As a gay person, someone coming out in 2021 and turning it into a 'career move' doesn't sit well with me.

[@francesbattle750]

AMEN

[@char6081]

ikr if it’s normal then why should he gain popularity from it

[@Chris-hp9be]

Omg some people have a problem with everything. Almost every movie out there is turning a real life event into a “career movie”. By you logic even Titanic is turning horrible event into a career movie. 😒

[@YouTubeoooooooooo]

I feel like everyone and their mother are now gay. Just seems like it the new thing to do.

[@ourloveisgreat1398]

@@KZbinoooooooooo it's not new. people are know more open about coming out and revealing themselves.

[@lacruserrelativo5719]

Hey Colton, cheer up man! We can only be free if we are free from our personal judgment. I was in GMA too in December last year. The man who rescued the American sailor in the Atlantic Ocean. And I am gay. And theres no shame in that. Our kindness and our ability to contribute to society is not limited by our sexuality. If only Robin asked me what I am looking for a man, my answer will decinitely be you. 😉

[@WilliamBrown-vb5ws]

Lol, you don’t even know him. You just think he’s cute because he’s an attractive white man. No wonder no one can find a decent man in the gay community. The gay guys excuse behavior and then get upset when the guys do the same thing to them lol.

[@noelfollett3486]

@@WilliamBrown-vb5ws And you know so much about the gay community because ... ?

[@larrymaloney877]

Colton hid a tracker on Cassie's car. Colton sent Cassie, her friends, and himself anonymous harassment emails. He's quite a low-life manipulator and liar. Robin Roberts skipped that part.

[@slendertale7358]

@@WilliamBrown-vb5ws Same with straight people lol

[@deniseburns2296]

This is not news for me because I thought that Colton was struggling with never being able to commit to anyone on the Bachelor series because he was not walking in his truth. Wishing you well for your future.

[@patricialondon520]

I’m not a fan of him after what happened with Cassie a few months ago but I’m proud of him for coming out

[@Salutations26]

This is rational.

[@Chaddyboiii666]

Ugh who cares just be happy for him lmao. The past doesn't matter, focus on the present honey!

[@partyhatkid9940]

“ There's misogyny in here, a feeling that women are tertiary characters in men's stories. That their pain is inconsequential if it serves a greater male narrative.”

[@Salutations26]

@@partyhatkid9940 bingo!

[@Salutations26]

@@partyhatkid9940 and a lot of women are complicit.

[@sarahbella458]

I've never felt so much confidence from Colton. I use to think he was insecure but I now see why.

[@bubba283]

I wish I could be this open

[@rachaelnelson4976]

Yeah but he’s admitting he’s bisexual that’s not the same thing as being gay he admitted that he loved Cassie and now he’s saying he’s gay sounds like he doesn’t know what he is

[@bubba283]

@@rachaelnelson4976 yea

[@margaretcross5528]

@@rachaelnelson4976 he said he's gay.....it's not always easy figuring out who you are,especially if you grow up in a home that's super religious,and doesn't believe in anything but 1 God....and even His stories have been twisted to suit other people.....it's also not easy if you grow up in a super religious town.....also,love means many things....maybe he didn't love her in a sexual way,but felt that he could talk to her about anything.

[@sulagreen5792]

@@rachaelnelson4976 feel this is something that doesn’t make sense either and I personally think he isn’t being totally honest when he says he was in love with her. He shakes his head no when asked about it even though he said yes.

[@expatlifestyle6069]

Good for him for having the courage to come out in such a public way. Congratulations Colton!!

[@larrymaloney877]

Colton hid a tracker on Cassie's car. Colton sent Cassie, her friends, and himself anonymous harassment emails. He's quite a low-life manipulator and liar. Robin Roberts skipped that part.

[@danielatroutman221]

Good for you Colton. I can see the nerves but you look happy and truly that’s what maters

[@genki2705]

so happy that you like the script and that's what matters

[@danielatroutman221]

@@genki2705 lol why be rude? Who care if he scripted what he had to say...it’s Television. Doesn’t mean it’s not what he truly feels or that he’s a real person with real emotion.

[@CommanderCodey]

@@genki2705 Um ok. You do realize even if it’s a script at least you know what you want to say and so you aren’t stuttering and don’t know what to say.

[@slendertale7358]

@@genki2705 Says someone who has never felt such emotional turmoil in alignment to their sexuality. Yea Im straight too, but I am sympathetic to people who live in fear due to their sexuality

[@lilliansue4190]

I honestly feel sorry for Cassie and her family along with all of these women that gave up their careers to be on Colton’s Underwood season of the Batchelor. If he was struggling so much with his sexuality then why would he go on not just 1 but 3 reality dating shows that was televised for all the world to see!!! It just makes NO sense being a huge Batchelor fan myself. But yeah it doesn’t sit well with me knowing he mislead all of these women and could of respected Cassie’s decision to leave the Batchelor franchise initially. But no he followed Cassie back to her home town and they dated after she gave him a 2nd chance. He then stalked her and sent her several threatening text messages after their relationship ended. It makes no sense why a guy who knew that he is gay would go on a television show looking for a wife and then go onto to stalk his ex. It makes no sense why he would go on a show and date a whole bunch of women either knowing that he is isn’t attractive to anybody of the opposite sex. It’s like these women choose to pack up their lives to presue a relationship with somebody who they thought was a genuine guy looking for marriage. These women have given up a lot since they have been subjected to wide variety of tests. They get NO contact with their family or the outside world. Heck some of them have also given up their jobs which is a real shame since they were ALL defrauded. Plus you guys do know that several woman have been stalked and eventually killed by a ex partner or spouse of theirs. It’s like Cassie wouldn’t of pressed those charges if she felt she had NO other choice. Plus he even put a tracking device on Cassie’s vehicle which traumatised her to the point where she had to go down to the local authorities and get a restraining order against him. So in reality she is the victim in all of this since she is probably dealing with a diagnosis of PTSD as we speak. Meanwhile Colton is getting interviewed left, right and centre by the press while Netflix is going to broadcast his life as a gay man which I don’t agree with. Its like yeah I understand that Colton is gay but he could of avoided causing these women so much pain if he never went on not 1 but 3 reality dating shows looking for love exclusively with females🤷‍♀️

[@mightynorris3772]

The way he said he would not be there without them He’s lost - I hope he wakes up And is safe

[@janeryan2709]

Huh?

[@KainoaBlackeagle]

I just binged Coming Out Colton. I'm so proud of you Colton! The past is the past, make amends and peace with it then leave it there. Or as I say, "the business of my past has no business in my future. I also struggled with coming to terms with my attraction to men.

[@antoinehaddad9668]

“God loves you because of who He is not because of anything you do or don’t do” as someone who has struggled between his relationship with God and his sexuality that touched my heart. I love how she shared a part of her own experience. Inspired me. Will never forget those words. This whole story hits close to home. I live about 10 minutes away from his hometown and have a picture with him.

[@jomarebalida105]

Yes!

[@CuriousCat777]

Gd is against homosexuality. His word clearly states that.

[@antoinehaddad9668]

@@CuriousCat777 thanks for the info. Have a blessed day!

[@jomarebalida105]

Love that god keeps making gays.

[@elisabeth530]

Jesus loves you! and has open arms to whoever comes to Him. He doesn't reject sinners, all have sinned!

[@frankied6208]

I’m so happy for him! I felt the same way he did and I wasn’t always comfortable with myself. I knew I was gay at the age of 13, and I came out at the beginning of the pandemic. I eventually told myself don’t care what other people think because it’s not worth living a lie!

[@vinnykeys8146]

Good for you. I wish you well.

[@chelsied.8691]

I'm happy for you, Frankie! Congrats on living your best life, you (and all of us) deserve it!!

[@GiGi-lg1dl]

Aww, I’m glad he’s being true to himself and wish him emotional fulfillment

[@arturosmendez6528]

He was so nervous and scare I can just hear and feel his breathing, I’m so happy he came to terms with it. The fact he had to hide for so long because of what he did for a career and the image he put on.

[@andrewnorman2848]

I'm glad that he finally is able to accept who he is. I struggled with being gay for 15 years before I finally accepted it and came out publicly almost 2 years ago when I was 28. I started questioning myself in middle school when I was 13, and by high school I knew but just couldn't accept it. When I finally did come out my friends and my battle buddies in the Army National Guard accepted me and were happy for me, but my family did not. They then without ever meeting by boyfriend who is now my husband formed an opinion of him and ran with it, and ultimately harassed us and tried to tear us apart. Ultimately that only made me stronger and brought me closer to my husband and I'm now happier than I have ever been.

[@dawnatkinson7704]

May i ask if they are acting that way out of religious beliefs?

[@andrewnorman2848]

@@dawnatkinson7704 if they ever actually made that claim to my face I would call them out. I was brought up Catholic, but they haven't set foot in church in over a decade. They don't practice the beliefs and are honestly not that religious

[@dawnatkinson7704]

@@andrewnorman2848 Oh so they are just bigots? I'm sorry - but times are a changing and hopefully they will come round. I am glad you can be yourself ❤

[@2020Bookworm]

If my family disowned me, I wouldn't care.

[@andrewnorman2848]

@@2020Bookworm my mother honestly did disown me back in September, her last words to me were You're not my son anymore. She never apologized for that before she passed away in December. I am much happier with my Husband and his family than I ever was when my family was around and was a part of my life. I spent too much time trying to appease them, and when I finally became myself they weren't happy. I finally said I can't continue to sacrifice my happiness just to keep them in my life

[@msmiller9052]

I’m happy for him. No one should feel the need to “pray the gay away”. It’s the 21st century, it’s time for people to get out of the dark ages. The fact that he was suicidal breaks my heart. No one should ever feel that way for being who they are. He looks joyful but terrified at the same time. It’s a shame that people still have to be terrified in 2021.

[@avishaskins3490]

You can feel the need to pray for anything you truly want.

[@Geo-is1cu]

He staIked and harased Cassie but he gets a TV show and sympathy. HomosexuaI privilege.

[@Geo-is1cu]

@@avishaskins3490 of course a black female would say that. Worshipping a white man in the sky isn’t working for u.

[@avishaskins3490]

@@Geo-is1cu lol did I say who/what to pray to? Also what does me being black have to do with anything?

[@Hurricane-nv1yx]

You can hear the tremble in his voice. To be able to speak his truth is such a beautiful thing. I've raised my kids to know they can love whoever their heart is drawn to and they don't have to "come out" if they don't want to, just as if they are straight they would just tell me about the person they are interested in they can do that regardless. Taking the fear of "coming out" out of the equation. No matter what I will ALWAYS love and support them!!! I've never understood parents disowning their children for any reason let alone for who they are attracted to and/or love. Just as people have preferences dating heavier set people or super tall people or whatever the attraction is. It's the same thing. You can't help that or change that, it is what it is, that's perfectly fine in my household and I will ALWAYS LOVE AND SUPPORT them NO MATTER WHAT, no matter who they love!!!

[@emilybear4832]

Wouldn’t it be amazing if “coming out” were a celebration as opposed to what it is now???

[@XtremeConditions]

@@emilybear4832 Is it not? He's largely being applauded by the media, other than that he misled the public and went through the show, so... Not like he's being demonized.

[@XtremeConditions]

OH MY GOD, can you stop with this "his truth" nonsense? There's only THE truth. If he's gay, he's gay. Fine. "His truth"... The feck does that even mean!?

[@emilybear4832]

@@XtremeConditions Do we have our knickers in a bunch?? Sheeeesh

[@XtremeConditions]

@@emilybear4832 Yes. Because I constantly hear this annoying lefty coded language, and it's becoming the norm. Like using "equity" vs "equality". Very different, but people are none the wiser.

[@CraigCampobasso]

We are with you Colton! Being your authentic self is the best for your heart and everyone else's heart around you. And Robin Roberts we love you!!!

[@JJ19879]

He’s so brave!!! I’m a gay man myself and it takes courage to do this!! He’s a real man!!! So proud and happy for him!!!!

[@Nikki30288]

No courage is a firefighter running in a burning building saving a family.

[@OliviaAlexandra27]

@@Nikki30288 Courage comes in many forms

[@davidbosquette4798]

@@Nikki30288 You don't get to define courage. It's the ability to do something that fightens someone. Don't be such an stupid ass. 🙄

[@AlexRodriguez-kl9qm]

@Sam Lee gay people don’t always realize they’re gay and it’s realize easy to trick yourself into believing that you like a girl

[@fefe5205]

@@AlexRodriguez-kl9qm whattt ?? Gay people don’t always realize they’re gay ?? How if they were born that way 🙄 it’s always something. Just say it’s a choice.

[@MegsGotAPlan]

Sending Colton and anyone else struggling so much love and peace. I hope he knows there are people who support him. Doesn't change the past mistakes with Cassie, but I'm glad he's taken accountability. I think he deserves to move forward with his life and live his truth. 💜

[@swils1090]

Good for him! I'm so happy for him. This is quite literally the hardest thing to do. Sending you love and good vibes!

[@laurelleafr6091]

By jumping the fence for her he was trying to deny that he was gay. It represents the fact that he tried to run away from who he really was and prove to himself that he was into girls by chasing her.. It was a fight with himself , not a fight for Cassie.

[@B_Bodziak]

Or you're just over it and it was what it was. He says in this video that he was in love with her.

[@Topnewsstoriesai]

THANK YOU!!!!!

[@josephward1926]

it was done for the show, he could have stopped the whole Bachelor thing since the beginning but NO ,

[@chauncey9766]

Poor guy, he’s so nervous.

[@shelleygreyrealtor]

I don't get why people feel bad for him. I feel bad for all of the women he lied to and wasted their time. If you're gay, be gay and true to who you are...that is brave, that is something to respect, not this. He even used religion to hide behind him being gay. And the way he treated that poor woman...he's pathetic.

[@Jakeybakey5]

@@shelleygreyrealtor it’s true

[@aprilb13]

@@shelleygreyrealtor I mean you have no clue what it’s like so you sound ignorant. Doesn’t excuse what he did to Cassie but accepting who you are when a lot of people look down on gay what’s to be extremely difficult. People kill themselves because they’re gay. You have no clue what some go through

[@peoplebeforeprofit]

@@shelleygreyrealtor Have you always been this judgement?

[@evang6703]

@@shelleygreyrealtor yeah you have no idea what it’s like to be a gay MAN in the south or black communities

[@triniprinceravi]

I can relate to the tremble in his voice, it's the same when I had to confess and come out, felt like that stomach turning when you fall from a height. Proud of him!

[@calumscott6417]

Ye. I noticed that too. Btw I didn't come out yet but... Dude it's so terrifying 😂😂I can't believe he did it. I wish I can be as brave❤️

[@triniprinceravi]

@@calumscott6417 I am sure you are just as strong if not even more so, everything happens at the right time and it will for you as well. ☺

[@scottyfinesse1234]

I am sooo happy about this!! my heart goes out to Colton being truthful and finally speaking his truth about this sexuality!! being a gay man myself I truly understand everything Colton was talking about. you got this and people love you!

[@nicolewin4180]

I feel like him going SUPER public with this is another way for him to divert attention from his stalking and restraining order from Cassie.

[@titaa56]

Yeah something seem to still be off here..Happy he came out. Hopefully when he finally bed with a man, it was everything he expected and more and not just find out he wants to be straight again or realizes he is still straight! No more stunts pulled!!

[@markduck4989]

If it was a stunt he would have come out as BI instead...

[@johndean4727]

no trick im gay he’s being real.

[@nicolewin4180]

@@johndean4727 not saying he is lying, saying he is only announcing it on good morning america to take the heat off of him hardcore stalking his ex after their breakup. He wants folks to feel sympathy for his sexual identity and forget about the fact that he tormented and stalked his ex.

[@nicolewin4180]

@Belltown Daisy once again to make folks forget about him going full 'fatal attraction"' on his ex.

[@ser2952]

So proud of you Colton! As a lesbian woman, I've been in love with a man. And I ran from myself for a long time, having been raised Christian. I even married a man because of that faith. I'm now free, and I'm so glad to see you are too!

[@peter22385]

Thanks for sharing your story, I learned something for the first time, I never knew that a gay man can fall in love with woman or a lesbian fall in love with a man

[@wackybrattyx]

How were being in love with him like?

[@Usthereout]

@@peter22385 yes just not sexually

[@peter22385]

@@Usthereout this explains why he was a virgin for so long

[@Usthereout]

@@peter22385 in his case yes, but many people just don't want to have sex until marriage

[@Skyler_h22]

Sooo happy for Colton. Absolutely no one should be ashamed of their sexuality and who they love. love always wins 🌈❤️

[@Selahsayless]

Love and lust are different.

[@personaldove]

@@Selahsayless Its love. He wants an emotional connection not just sex.

[@nottthereyet4872]

Matt James will be next. Strong prediction.

[@Erlcisfun744]

No Jesus wins .

[@larrymaloney877]

Colton hid a tracker on Cassie's car. Colton sent Cassie, her friends, and himself anonymous harassment emails. He's quite a low-life manipulator and liar. Robin Roberts skipped that part. They should not use sexuality as an excuse for criminal behavior.

[@mamacarriedawn]

This is so important and so many people are unaware why. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing his story in such a respectful and candid way. We all need this! Now let's make him the first gay bachelor!!!

[@legends3ud]

Yesss PLSSSSSS

[@Geo-is1cu]

He staIked and harased Cassie but he gets a TV show and sympathy. HomosexuaI privilege.

[@Geo-is1cu]

Yeah let’s give a clout chaser who’s been on 3 dating shows and duped dozens of women, staIked one ANOTHER show

[@rudy5865]

Just like many on here, I came to watch the interview after seeing the series on Netflix. You are brave Colton! Amidst the nerves, insecurities and self-doubts you still managed to right your wrongs, and that is what life and living is all about. I am very much proud of you and I wish you a beautiful fulfilling life henceforth. With Love from London. ❤️

[@irvinperez96]

YOU JUST KNOW hes gonna be welcomed into the gay world with a red carpet, brand deals, endorsement deals, Ryan Murphy writing him a part in American Horror Story just based off his looks nothing more(gus kenworthy).

[@Ianisatool]

Gus is also another very attractive man.

[@ICgay4]

True, happy for him but who freaking cares.

[@ICgay4]

@i'm ugly and i'm proud agreed

[@_Just_Another_Guy]

Gays all over are already spreading their buttcheeks for him. However, as a gay man myself, I do admit he's physically attractive. But the things he's done with Cassie (stalking, forcing attraction, etc.) is a turn-off for me. 🤢 What if he's like this with his new partner? Old habits die hard. Hopefully he's changed now that he's out and free.

[@celinebeanie]

GMA you guys are so messed up for giving this man a platform! I hope everyone boycots this show and throws tomatoes outside the office Colton literally stalked and put a tracking device on Cassie, terrorized her family and he got a restraining order and yet you give him a spotlight for coming out as GAY? GMA PRODUCERS ARE SICK IN THE HEAD! WHOEVER THOUGHT OF THIS GO GET FIRED PLEASE

[@JenTGdl]

No one can make someone else happy until you are happy yourself. Good for you! Therapy could be your best friend now. Take care of yourself and live your life with your truth. 🌹

[@cheriatkins8378]

I'm so very proud of Colton! Yes, he has hurt people along his way, but he truly is sorry for it. Give him a break and realize Love is Love ❤️ God Loves All His Children! 🙌 God bless him for finding himself and having a superior support group. Prayers going up for him to find his path. 🙏🙌🙏

[@elenasantoro2404]

As a fellow Christian I agree, God is love🙏🏼💖

[@Karincl7]

To marry and have children too ?

[@cheriatkins8378]

@@Karincl7 If that is what he wants then yes of course. It's his life. Let him live it. It is for no one to judge but God. I believe God loves all his children. Don't you?

[@mirandasworld]

@@elenasantoro2404 really? because im also a christian and dont like to see anyone hurt so.....why is the bachelor production company pushing for males who arnt into women to come on the show and hurt these women who fall in love with these guys. when these guys cant and never will fall in love with these women?.....if that isnt cold hearted then i dont know what is

[@lee-lee2418]

God is love, true, but is also just and holy In all kindness, living in continuous sin grieves Him. I encourage you to watch Becket Cook's testimony 🙂

[@Skuniverse357]

Am I the ONLY ONE who knew PRIOR to him coming out! It’s like he wasn’t even interested in those girls! My question is: why go on the show if you’re gay?

[@Kylelongwest]

I 100% can relate to his story. I'm a virgin as well, I'm attracted to both man and woman. I afraid, i might end up hurting someone else because of the uncertainty of my sexuality. My parents are homophobes, society view gay people as inferior or jokes. I find it's hard to breathe sometimes. My OCD does make me have suicidal thoughts sometime.

[@renessaciampa1598]

Hi Kyle, thank you for sharing. I am a bisexual 40 year old woman, I have been since I was a teenager, and have also struggled at times with feeling confused about my sexuality... am I bi? am I lesbian? But I’m here to tell you that bisexuality is real and pansexuality is real, you don’t ever HAVE TO make a choice. And you CAN have a monogamous relationship if you want to. I know it’s confusing! You will figure it out as you go. Sexuality is fluid. Just remember that! We are all human

[@winterrose9658]

Life is too short. If you like both men and women, go for it. Just always be honest

[@Laura710ef]

There are always dark corners of society, and I’m so sorry to hear about your parents. But I want you to know you are loved and your life is meaningful. I don’t want you to hurt yourself. Please don’t hesitate to seek help if you need it!

[@Kylelongwest]

@@renessaciampa1598 thank you for the kind words, I'll keep that in mind

[@Kylelongwest]

@@winterrose9658 thank you. I always think that " what if i date a girl, and she found out that i also like men or vice versa". It's painful to think about it sometime

[@sunnymonkey6182]

I hear so much of what my son experienced. I know for a fact, God does love you, as well as our son. Colton, it takes so much courage to make this public. You’re saving many lives today and from now on. Thank you for creating such a respectful interview. Wishing you a beautiful life. ❤️

[@happydad7567]

Hi there, how are you doing ?

[@biggnome4653]

Although I feel for him for all the struggle he has went through we also can’t use it as a blanket excuse for all the bad things he did

[@slendertale7358]

No, his future changes will define him. Hopefully he changes for the better, and people wont keep judging him over his past. Its just sad that guys mostly react violently when in denial of being gay, in comparison to women who come out.

[@biggnome4653]

@@slendertale7358 ya I think the whole thing is really sad but I’m mostly just saying just cuz there’s a somewhat valid explanation doesn’t mean what he did should be excused but I hope he’s changing for the better

[@kjdnyhmghfvb]

What did he do? (I don't watch the Bachelor, I don't know this man, all I know is he jumped a fence)

[@lilliansue4190]

I honestly feel sorry for Cassie and her family along with all of these women that gave up their careers to be on Colton’s Underwood season of the Batchelor. If he was struggling so much with his sexuality then why would he go on not just 1 but 3 reality dating shows that was televised for all the world to see!!! It just makes NO sense being a huge Batchelor fan myself. But yeah it doesn’t sit well with me knowing he mislead all of these women and could of respected Cassie’s decision to leave the Batchelor franchise initially. But no he followed Cassie back to her home town and they dated after she gave him a 2nd chance. He then stalked her and sent her several threatening text messages after their relationship ended. It makes no sense why a guy who knew that he is gay would go on a television show looking for a wife and then go onto to stalk his ex. It makes no sense why he would go on a show and date a whole bunch of women either knowing that he is isn’t attractive to anybody of the opposite sex. It’s like these women choose to pack up their lives to presue a relationship with somebody who they thought was a genuine guy looking for marriage. These women have given up a lot since they have been subjected to wide variety of tests. They get NO contact with their family or the outside world. Heck some of them have also given up their jobs which is a real shame since they were ALL defrauded. Plus you guys do know that several woman have been stalked and eventually killed by a ex partner or spouse of theirs. It’s like Cassie wouldn’t of pressed those charges if she felt she had NO other choice. Plus he even put a tracking device on Cassie’s vehicle which traumatised her to the point where she had to go down to the local authorities and get a restraining order against him. So in reality she is the victim in all of this since she is probably dealing with a diagnosis of PTSD as we speak. Meanwhile Colton is getting interviewed left, right and centre by the press while Netflix is going to broadcast his life as a gay man which I don’t agree with. Its like yeah I understand that Colton is gay but he could of avoided causing these women so much pain if he never went on not 1 but 3 reality dating shows looking for love exclusively with females🤷‍♀️

[@gingersnap9712]

@@lilliansue4190 I think it's all about the money because oh wow all of a sudden he's landed a netflix deal, a memoir titled "The First Time" and they'll probably give him another season as the bachelor to find a gay companion. I think he is a narcissist who is after money and fame.

[@oppaganang5351]

I knew it, my G-dar never lies

[@loveforlouis28]

you psychic 😳

[@mike4space]

I knew it too and I don't think he's the only gay man that was hiding in the closet. We shall see who else from the show will follow his lead. 🤔

[@loveforlouis28]

@@mike4space whatcha mean man,spill some tea . 😉

[@mike4space]

@@loveforlouis28 you think he’s the only one? I highly doubt he’s the only one that is gay.

[@loveforlouis28]

@@mike4space who else are you speculating on? I mean I won't question if there are more but I don't know who else could it be.

[@QueensNYgirlie1988]

I can't wait for the day where people aren't so afraid or feel the need to broadcast their sexuality 🥺 I'm truly so so happy for him he can now live his true and authentic self ❤ Love who you want to love, everyone 💜🙏

[@aviancag8716]

Indeed, many people don’t have that support from family friends to do so. Your up bring has a lot to do with it. His story isn’t the same for everyone. Many parents disown their kids leaving them with nothing.

[@QueensNYgirlie1988]

@@aviancag8716 You're so right and it's very sad. Hopefully in the years to come, people will be more accepting of it and treat it as if its nothing 💚

[@fezzik7619]

It’s A LOT better than it was. When my twin brother was dealing with it in the late 80’s it was unheard of to come out in high school. He bravely came out our sophomore year of college and even in 1995 it was quite an adjustment for everyone. 25 years have made a major difference

[@ov7spears]

I know right? this interview felt like going back to 2006

[@boruto9495]

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[@JesseJo95]

Good for him! He looks truly relieved to be able to share this with the world. Time to live your truth. 💜

[@joywilliam7684]

Hi friend

[@TheDjSmalls]

Colton and I are the same age, and I am also Catholic. It took me years before I was comfortable being authentically myself. I have dated many men, had sexual experiences and thought that this is how it was for every other woman, lackluster sex and no emotional connection. I always assume women aren't meant to connect with men on a deeper level, it's men, they always seemed very surface. I loved some of them genuinely which I learn later was me loving the person which we all capable of. I had to listen to everyone around me talking about how it is a career death sentence if you are gay. I am also from the Caribbean where even less people come out, same as the football community. I fully understand why his journey took him through many twist and turns because your initial instinct is to not be gay. When I had my first girl experience it opened my mind to realize that I can feel something deeper with someone, and I can enjoy sex...I was just looking in all the wrong places. I am overjoyed for Colton to start living his truth and now he can finally get to know himself and be proud of the version of himself God actually wants him to be.

[@Nikki30288]

No one cares

[@kyrelterrhaun]

Thanks for sharing your story. Many people have felt/still feel this way and your choice to share this is commendable. ❤️

[@dawnglianapachuau6433]

Thanks for sharing. I concur 🙌

[@gumzy3000]

I loved reading this, thank you for putting this comment :)

[@susannbirnie511]

@@Nikki30288 No one? How can you speak for others?

[@jackiek412]

This dude loves the camera and publicity. This is just a ploy to shake off the heat he got from the stalking and bad manner in which he treated Cassie. He knows that people will now have sympathy for him and forget about how he treated Cassie and never apologized or acknowledged. He’s always looking fir a way to make a dime. First the book and now the Netflix series. Get a damn job and get out of the public eye. Go away. And did he really say that he just found out that gay people can have kids. Really? That’s a lie. You’re not that stupid. This is not 1950. You are not that innocent.

[@Justdance6336]

Yeah him, a former football player, Christian, and typical “manly man,” came out as gay for fame and money. 🙄

[@konyiaa]

@@Justdance6336 right 🙄

[@butterflyszn2342]

he was born in the middle of america, raised in a christian house, went to chruch 5 times a week and attended christian schools. that’s not the most accepting and understanding places to be gay

[@alyssao7276]

This is so great. The fact that he is finally proud of who he is is so amazing.

[@TrulyTherese12]

I’m so happy for Colton. He deserves to be happy and healthy in his life. Much love Colton

[@Confidentk9sCa]

Congratulations Colton! Life gives us many ups and downs. Being your true and authentic self will always lead you to so many more wonderful moments. Never apologize for who you are and be proud to now being openly gay. Apologizing for mistakenly hurting someone is different and good for the soul. Sending you lots of love, strength, courage, happiness and blessings. ❤️

[@calumscott6417]

Turn the volume up and hear his breathing before he said he was gay. That must be tough.. ❤️❤️❤️

[@B_Bodziak]

Our society makes it tough for virtually every gay man to open up, but growing up in the catholic church and going to catholic school doubles it, at least

[@Sonar_125]

Gay is okay but to say I AM GAY on a live telecast channel takes guts.

[@calumscott6417]

@@Sonar_125 ye. I can't believe he had the courage to do that and u can hear how heavily he is breathing omggg. ❤️

[@johndean4727]

@@Sonar_125 it does good for him.

[@cowboy9718]

We’re very proud of you, Colton. Well done! There are millions of LGBT people all over the world rooting for you.

[@wenfot4193]

Don't forget that while he is getting a Netflix series, his ex-girlfriend Cassie is having to relive all the terror and abuse he did to her. I'm glad he's speaking his truth, but it does NOT excuse what he did to her. If he's truly sorry, donate some of that Netflix cash to a domestic abuse recovery center.

[@cavaalli]

fuck he cant wait for the neftlix series

[@jejehfyyf3600]

What did he do to her?

[@7n154]

I'm wary about this guy. He reminds me too much of the bully in highschool who beat me up in front of his friends. Then forced me to kiss him when no one was looking.

[@selemajohn9771]

Colton bully you ? Or someone else

[@bb7961]

That's Adam from Sex Education

[@7n154]

@@selemajohn9771 Ha, well, he did bully his last girlfriend. He like full on stalked her and she had to get a restraining order against him. And now, because he finally admits to being gay - he gets a Netflix series?! Yeah, I think it's alright to be a skeptic about this guy . . . . And he makes me hate myself because I'd totally hook up with him still. Ugh.

[@polinaiourtchenko7846]

not excusing this guys actions with his last gf or anything, but maybe you shouldn't project your personal negative experiences on this guy? just bc he reminds you of someone, doesn't mean he's automatically the same

[@warmgulfwind]

They just said they were wary of him. I'm wary of the guy and I just heard of him. I believe this falls under gut instinct and not projection. It's not like they said 'don't trust him, he's definitely no good, must be a liar...'. Cautious is a good thing. Now Eliza Ester's comment below is some form of projection - she thinks the orecise motivations of her gay friend are exactly what this guy felt with the woman he dated from the show. That's not a hunch, that's a full on novel of projection. Yikes.

[@AttackOnTitanlover2077]

It must been extremely hard for him to come out, but you know what I’m glad he did

[@larrymaloney877]

Being gay isn't a defense for harassing women. Why did his chosen woman need to restrain Colton with legal papers? Robin Roberts is trying to salvage his reputation at the expense of women. Robin should now interview Cassie.

[@d.e.t4147]

Everyone deserves to be happy and live authentically. I dont know Colton but I am so very happy for him.

[@joywilliam7684]

Hello handsome

[@martinisfuni]

Good for him!!! That is so great! I'm sure he feels really free now. That's an incredible feeling.

[@desiderious1]

Talk about a double standard. If a straight bachelor misled a woman he would be slammed by Hollywood and the liberal media but since it's because he's gay he get's a pass and in fact man/woman, Robin Roberts praises him. Never do they condemn him for using the show to promote himself to land a TV gig which he just got on Netflix.

[@michaelahession4299]

I think we all drag others into the mess of figuring out who we are, that’s just the human in us. ❤️ happy for him

[@genki2705]

so happy that you like the script 🤎

[@Geo-is1cu]

He staIked and harased Cassie but he gets a TV show and sympathy.

[@Worldculture7371]

I hope very soon that the day will come when there is no need to announce your sexuality and you can be proud of who you are . I feel happy for Colton and truly hope that Cassie is good and healing from the pain I’m sure he caused her be it not his intentions.

[@paulinebarnes2202]

I wish I understood why people who prefer same sex relationships still feel like they need to explain themselves. I have a gay son and a wonderful son-in-law, they aren't any different from anyone else. Your sexual preferences are your own business - stop explaining yourself.

[@alayashah8798]

If only we lived in a world where sexuality needed no explanation

[@rejaneroe9531]

Congratulations! We really appreciate your courage. Thanks for the series, we all need to teach the world to stop judging. Everyone has the right to be happy. Blessings to your parents and family for the support.