Love, Victor star Michael Cimino received homophobic messages from people he knows after taking role

[@komiitachi]

Hope next season is even gayer

[@williamstovall6064]

Amen

[@kadinsisavat]

Yes😌😍

[@jmitchell011]

Haha 😂😂 Me too

[@99lodewijk]

With actual gays this time

[@plastiquemaraj8839]

Purrrr

[@spxnr]

I came out because of Love, Victor. I never imagined I would ever do it, until I saw someone like me in Victor do it.

[@lilbiscuit9514]

Congratulations! I hope it's been a smooth process for you! 😊

[@jerlyngomez795]

I did the same recently it inspired me to do it and I’m glad everything is better now. I’m living with less fear

[@isaiahharrell4159]

Yeah I came out bc of the show too. Most of my family took it well, while other people don't believe me.

[@Blessi85]

proud of you man

[@DanielGonzalez-oi6mh]

Same here !

[@aphrotwigs]

its chaotic that he got homophobic messages even though hes straight like some people are really just gross and weird like?

[@justicethedoggo3648]

He isn't straight dub

[@aphrotwigs]

@@justicethedoggo3648 yea he is😭😭when did he come out?

[@winxwarrior9240]

@ogeidas PERIODT OMG FINALLY SOMEONE SAID IT plsss i saw some homophobes in comment sections i was like bby its k come out of the closet already chile

[@justicethedoggo3648]

@@aphrotwigs He didn't , but I'm pretty sure he is bcoz it's actually very hard for the gae guys to come out . Or probably he is bi lol

[@roye5674]

@@justicethedoggo3648 looking at his IG Posts he might be pansexual like he doesn’t prefer specific genders but who knows. Either way he deserves happiness!

[@_leanna_4943]

The real star is his cat in the background. Prime example of living life to the fullest

[@floppasche6985]

I was thinking the same !

[@OpinionatedZoomer69]

Absolutley, hell yes

[@lttlEspana]

Something is shining off of the back of Michael's chair onto the carpet, for the cat was trying to catch it for a bit.

[@maxramos3841]

Million dollar puutheey Million dollar puutheey 😻

[@Lgutierrez2363]

I was seriously looking for this comment.

[@thecreatornooj1328]

it's hilarious in the comments seeing people say things like "The show needs to be more straight" or "They shouldn't make it overly gay" when actual gays are saying it's too straight. Like bruv it's a show ABOUT being gay, don't like it don't watch it, don't tell us how we should be represented

[@MRauTObt]

As long as its not all about sex because I'm sick of that being one of the only kinds of representation we get.

[@jvmeel7454]

@@MRauTObt can you say that again for the people in the back... both of you

[@gerardcollins80]

@@MRauTObt Amen and Preach.

[@uckhoinguyennguyen3814]

It's not even that gay. Homophobics are crazy🤣🤣🤣

[@TB-up1jz]

it’s also ironic because the show sometimes focuses more on the hetero relationships

[@christophertapia6111]

It still shocks me how British George is. His American accent sounds more American than certain Americans

[@markadonia1658]

EXACTLY

[@oceanwonders]

Actors probably learn a generic American accent that would sound accurate in big cities.

[@grantsluvr1220]

Ikr

[@inzanity490]

His American accent is so convincing that it almost feels like he's faking his British accent

[@paperboy8865]

Walter Gabriel LOL! I was thinking the same.

[@ItTakesCourage]

Imagine how much hate these two actors would receive if they were actually gay. I love Love, Victor and appreciate the story it's telling, but I wish that representation also featured LGBT+ actors. Michael and George are wonderful, but they will never be able to truly understand what it means to grow up gay.

[@daydream1329]

I totally agree!! It’s like..okay..we need allies - Straight/Cis actors who speak up about lgbtq+ issues, but at the same time it’s another series with barely any lgbtq+ actors/producers. Authentically told queer stories (like euphoria, i may destroy you, pose) cover lgbtq+ experiences beyond coming-out and a cute relationship because the actors know about every nuance of being queer. Love, Simon was even worse but it seems like these shows just create a gay relationship, make coming-out the plot which creates drama (mostly in a unrealistic or simplistic way) and the result is as „straight-friendly“ as possible.

[@justintaylor3081]

See, I don’t really get that argument. Should only doctors play doctors on Tv because only they understand it? Should only straight actors play straight characters? Acting is all about being something you’re not.

[@ItTakesCourage]

@@justintaylor3081 Of course, acting is acting, and like I said, both of these actors did a great job portraying gay characters. But often gay actors are only cast in gay roles. Straight actors play gay characters far more often than gay actors play straight characters. So when you're a straight actor playing a gay character, you're taking away that opportunity for a gay actor that doesn't happen as often. But what I was saying was that for this video specifically, when these two are talking about the homophobia they experience, they can't imagine what that would be like if they were actually gay. It just seems a little silly to me to have two straight guys talking about homophobia because it's so much more than just a few messages on social media.

[@justintaylor3081]

That in itself is a problem. Leads to typecasting gay actors. And I’ve seen a lot of movies led by gay actors and to be quite honest with you the performance was poor. It would have been better to expand to possibly more talented straight actors. Plus at times some actors really are gay but closeted at the time. So by limiting roles to only out gay actors you’re ironically possibly taking roles from other gay actors simply because they’re not out.

[@acebalaam9486]

@@justintaylor3081 I kinda see where your coming from but also being LGBT is a marginalized identity - when has a doctor ever received hate or death threats for being a doctor. The same goes for disabled characters having able bodied actors playing them. They don't truly understand the margilization and the issues that come because someone as gay as well as not understanding what it's like to be gay. Linking it back to the doctor analogy, someone who's not an doctor doesn't understand what it's like to be a doctor but there's not the additional layer of marginalisation and issues that they don't understand. (Now I'm not totally sure of any of that made sense!)

[@olly-kai]

Don't care if he's hetero or gay, he's a sweet kind young man and a superb actor. I'm in my 50s and have gone thru a TON of homophobia. This show has touched my heart and it's so smart, and sweet, and needed!

[@watergreg5836]

Love, Kai

[@misojimo2154]

I’m so glad younger people are growing up with this show!! I’m a teenager and this show really made me happy and I know so many people are going to feel seen and helped by this show. Hopefully there are more shows like this in the future

[@criticalthinker6827]

I'm in my (late) 50s too, and your comment captures my thoughts and feelings exactly.

[@gerardparislosangeles449]

I am agree.. no one have to do those horribles comments or treating they live toward those actors,,,,They are talented, and they have the right to play all caracteres, they are actors, they doing their job.....The only question is why in the world, most of the gay caracteres are playing by straight actors telling at all interwievs that they are straight, like to justifie themself... examples Love Simon, Nick robinson " I am straight, and i Talk to my gay brother for the movie".... Michael Cimino, " I am straight, ans I talk to my gay cousin for the serie, but I do not want be labeled in case or in 10 years from now I come out as gay or by".... Thimothe Chalamet for Call me by your name, " I am straight" ....Sham france, Axel auriant and Maxence danet "we are straight and we loved the kissing scenes",.....Skam Belgium, same both of Actor " we are straight".... Why all those actors have to justifie themself to be straight?.... it is a shame for them if some peoples, maby cofuse the show and the rality and think they can be gay or by???..... I never heard Tom Hanks in Philadelphia told to the reporter " I am straight" Or Jake Gylenhaal or heatth Ledger claming they are straight>>>> Imagin actors playing criminals or rapist or war criminal to justifie themself to be sure we don't think they are criminals....And The only thing is disturbing, is those actors playind gay, it's nice for the young gay to watch with ther family those show, but in other hand, heard those actor screaming they are no gay but straight can be send the wrong messages.... Now... Yes .. I know... it's very dangerous for the actors career to come out as gay... generally the carer stop right here..... Hollywood in the past make pressure on the gay actors tor hide their sexuel orientation, look, Antony Perkins, Gary Grant, James Dean, John Huston, Tab Hunter...all those actors have to hide who they was.....And I know it did not change a lot today.....but , please be courteous to those actor, the more important they make dream... and that is their job....... Sorry for some error ... I am french and I try to do my be

[@93snowwolf]

@@misojimo2154 I can only agree, I love such shows, though I came out everywhere in my environment even at work by now and watched the shows afterwards, it's still great to see this and it helps others :D

[@lauracristina7742]

isn't it strange how only michael, a brown latino, is receiving that much hate and even d*ath threats for being a straight guy playing a gay character and then theres nick robinson (simon) and george sear (benji) who are white and also straight men who did the exact same thing as michael and are not receiving the same treatment? 🙄

[@ISHYRAGE]

Because people of color are more homophobic?

[@emlynjessen2957]

I thought it was because George is English and presumably has English friends.

[@emmanuelaadebisi5743]

@@ISHYRAGE it isn’t that simple, it’s bc POC experience more homophobia generally and there are cultural stigmas that are by products of colonialism

[@lolorodrigueslolo]

I was looking for this comment. Just after the answers of each one, I started thinking about it. Unfortunately, how racist and homophobic are our society.

[@iaminyoursandwich]

@@emlynjessen2957 being english doesn't mean that they aren't homophobic. I'm english and the amount of homophobia/transphobia that happens in this country is huge

[@narac1268]

me listening to george talking without knowing before he was english: 👁👄👁

[@brettserfozo8899]

I came out shortly after the Love Simon movie. I actually got to see the pre release with Tyler Oakley. But with Love Victor, I truly fell in love with the story. Like many others, I can see myself in the storyline and I really wish I had a show like this when I was younger. I too have faced homophobia and lots of bullying in Elementary, Middle, and High school before I realized I was gay. I was being called gay because I was different. Many years later, I am super proud to say I am a gay man and have found the love of my life. The Love series has changed my life and I want to thank everyone for making people like me, feel comfortable to be apart of the LGBT community and to be happy of who I am.

[@tylerl4768]

How did u see the pre release with Tyler Oakley

[@TaKex1]

You're lucky you've found the love of your life!

[@Boxfly200]

For me it was so relatable with how his parents acted. Bc his dad was like oh yeah they can do whatever but as soon as Victor comes out they act rlly homophobic (watch s2 trailer) and that’s the same with mine?? Like they seemed ok with it untill it was their own child. But overall I related to the whole thing.

[@28VincentBlack]

It’s interesting how they are promoting Disney+ during this interview but this show is only available on Hulu...

[@y.2439]

Because disney + star Spain already have STAR and the show is there

[@maxneilsonhowes]

It’s due to Disney+Star UK Has just added it . As we don’t have Hulu here in the uk

[@Em-bi5jk]

Its available on Disney+ in Europe cause Europe doesnt have access to Hulu.

[@hollie5099]

@@maxneilsonhowes there’s only 3 episodes

[@maxneilsonhowes]

@@hollie5099 one a week

[@shawnlaib8511]

This show is really lucky that they casted young people who understand the importance of the topics being portrayed on screen. Michael and George are are wonderful allies for the queer community. It's important to have on-screen representation, but you have to choose the best actor for the role, too. Having straight men who understand the importance of a gay role like these two do will help eradicate ignorant homophobia in the future I hope.

[@PetterssonRobin]

I agree 100%. They seem to bit only be superb actors but also very empathetic and thoughtful human beings

[@misojimo2154]

this is so true! and same with the actor who plays Rahim from season 2. I saw an interview he did about his role and he truly worked hard to portray things accurately and really understand things. These guys are awesome, I have a lot of hope for the world because of a lot of people from the younger generations being open-minded and empathetic.

[@shawnlaib8511]

@@misojimo2154 it's crazy how much this younger generation is changing the world for the better. They are more empathetic and understanding than ever before.

[@alexatalks4441]

George is soft and cute

[@ljac_1314]

true very truuu

[@NorthernHandle]

He’s British.

[@alexatalks4441]

@@NorthernHandle your point?

[@NorthernHandle]

​@@alexatalks4441It was a joke.

[@charlieiscorrect2856]

I came out as pan shortly after watching love Simon in 2019. Now I have to do my coming out all over again when I tell my family I’m trans. I’m glad that being lgbt+ is finally being normalized on tv , I know we’ve barely scratched the surface but I genuinely couldn’t have done in without the representation. It’s very important (especially for the new generation) to see it as normal so we can hopefully decrease homophobia and increase being comfortable in your sexuality. Anyway can’t wait for season 2 of love victor ❤️

[@HattielyEverAfter1995]

Good luck love x

[@charlieiscorrect2856]

@@HattielyEverAfter1995 thanks🥺❤️

[@radinislam00]

Good luck

[@marklouis1890]

Wow, I didn't know the actor who plays Benji was British.

[@lovelybitch2614]

Same and straight

[@eugeniocazzo4198]

@@lovelybitch2614 they are all straights

[@Dwellerr]

Unrelated love your profile pic 👌

[@jewels_x]

I did but only recently

[@poolerboy]

Michael, describe taste of George’s lips for us.

[@noname-tr1rq]

Lmaooo

[@angelmaria6619]

😂😂

[@tyriqueross9915]

Yeh say cheese 📸

[@oceanwonders]

Pretty much.

[@emeeeeeeeee]

LMAOO

[@josephmendoza5806]

Coming from a Mexican family, I came out as gay in the early 2010s and I wish this show could've been made a lot earlier cause that would've played a big role for me to come out. My middle and high school years were confusing as hell.. Watching Victor and seeing how scared he was to come out as gay was like watching myself through him. I know its a show but everything victor went through was similar to how I also went through the same similar thing. People need to realize that all of us Gays were not a disease, we are human beings as well. We bleed the same blood. And when people say "Being Gay is a freaking sin". I respond with "So is drinking alcohol. So is saying a slur word, getting Tattoos, having sex before marriage, so is lying, Cheating, Eating meat is a sin, Etc" I can go on and on. Anyways I love watching Love Victor. We need a season 2 ASAP

[@LouisArias]

Temporada 3... Me Encanto, La Serie !!!!

[@NorthernHandle]

Who are those people who send that shit, literally.

[@NorthernHandle]

@ogeidas unfortunate because people are fighting for them and they’re doing nothing to proceed.

[@missourigreen051]

@ogeidas what you said "self hating gays" another word for them is gay Republicans. I even wrote a movie script that makes fun of homophobes and gay Republicans.

[@Gustava10]

I think they are cavemen who loves bigot-orgies around their bigoted fire

[@moisesalejandrorodriguez5503]

I love that television and film have become inclusive today🌈. Love,Victor is a beautiful story full of values and I'm glad that many young people watch the series❤❤. I love Michael and George!! 🤩 This February 23, Love, Victor arrives on Disney+ Star🌟 .We look forward to the second season!! 😍

[@andreitarkovsky3214]

second season?

[@moisesalejandrorodriguez5503]

@@andreitarkovsky3214 Yes! .The second season is already being recorded right now, hopefully it can be released in 2021🌟

[@sophiphithefirst1768]

In my opinion I thought that the show had too much heterosexual tension considering it was a show for gay representation. I also didn’t like the fact that they based it on coming out as if it’s the only important thing in being gay is coming out (it is one of the important thing). I thought that the actors should’ve educated them selves more on the subject of homophobia before doing the interview. Don’t get me wrong I appreciate them as allies and the show did have good rep (I’m Colombian like victor) but it would’ve been better if they tried to make the show more realistic and considerate for the lgbtq+ community.

[@sophiphithefirst1768]

And one more thing gay actors never talk about playing straight roles yet somehow only straight actors are asked about playing gay roles. Theirs no difference.

[@RJM56]

@@sophiphithefirst1768 Really?

[@russelstephan6342]

Now you know what ACTUAL and REAL gay people face everyday.

[@isaiahminott]

Quit being so damn dramatic dude everyone gets killed and harrased based on their looks and sexuality no ones untouched stop thinking gay and LGBT people are the only ones being bullied for stuff

[@russelstephan6342]

@@isaiahminott lol triggered??

[@playwithmypussynotemotions9004]

@@isaiahminott not you liking your own comment after saying something really stupid, Take a break sis❤️

[@isaiahminott]

@@russelstephan6342 is that what we call common sense these days?

[@isaiahminott]

@@playwithmypussynotemotions9004 actually i didnt looks like you played yourself.

[@justchill4868]

The fact that I'm literally suffering from what Victor did but I can't come out is killing me Like omg I see myself in him 😭

[@Aaron-hv4hr]

If the people that chose them to play the characters thought they were the best for the job, then I don't have an issue with them being straight. People need to calm down and focus on the story that is being told and judge the accuracy it portrayed/lacked, not the actors telling it.

[@ta21l]

They may be the best actors to play these roles but that doesn’t make it okay. Excuses like “they are the best actors” or “it’s called acting” only seems to apply to straight actors playing gay or cis actors playing trans. It harkens back to white actors doing yellow face and brown face. We need actual queer people telling our stories. Too many times had we seen straight and cis gender people playing LGBTQ roles. More of us needs to be in these spaces. Having straight people telling gay stories doesn’t mean it’s actual representation or diversity if our people are not in it. Yes our stories are being told but they excluded us. They are making money off of our stories without us. They are giving straight people our platforms. They are making straight people the face of our community. For a show that celebrates LGBTQ and being released on Pride month, it would’ve been a home run if the actors were gay. But if you want to support straights playing gay and celebrate them, go off sis.

[@Aaron-hv4hr]

@@ta21l I'm not even going to finish reading that. I've said what I said and I stand by it. No one likes gatekeepers. Actors are payed to portray a role, these actors portrayed theirs wonderfully and that's all that matters. The point of the show got across just fine and LGBT+ actors are NOT entitled to a role just because of their sexual orientation. Plus, as others have pointed out, it's actually a really stupid idea to require actors to disclose their sexual orientation for a role. Do you even hear yourself? Go fight a fight that's actually worth it, not this petty hill you're on right now, "sis".

[@Aaron-hv4hr]

@@ThiannaD it means what it means, there’s nothing more to it. You cannot compare an actor’s race or sex to their sexual orientation because sexual orientation is about behavior towards other human beings, not one’s physical characteristics. Of course a white person can’t portray a character with dark skin without changing their appearance. However, that doesn’t translate into sexual orientation because there’s no way of knowing the actor’s preferences by just looking at them. I’m glad that there are many LGBT+ characters on screen and I could care less what the actors playing those roles do in their free time. And so should everyone else, it’s none of our business.

[@Aaron-hv4hr]

@@ThiannaD if that's what you think then that's great for you.

[@CelVini]

@@ta21l no we don't need! As a bissexual teenager I don't need LGBT+ actors being chosen because no straight actors were allowed to test the role, I don't live my life to have something putting me on a pedestal that I don't need to be. There is no "only a LGBT would know how to interpret a gay character" this is VERY stereotyped, is there really a difference in someone's behavior just because of that? What defines your personality is your sexuality or your experiences?

[@oc5939]

George is stunning.

[@michaelgrant7322]

😂😂 His Cat 🐱 is a genuine scene stealer and is more exciting to watch than his struggling to explain stuff that he obviously hasn't given much thought to in real life 🐱 Love That Cat 😀

[@wishonamoonbeam]

I came here to comment the same thing I love the cat 🐈‍⬛❤️

[@DidrickNamtvedt]

The show will premiere on 23 February on Disney+ here in Norway too and I'm so excited!!! 🤩🤩👬👨‍❤️‍👨🏳️‍🌈❤️

[@neptunemonique]

23?? On my birthday?? Bet

[@taressaslife7849]

@@neptunemonique the new season

[@robingibson4313]

@@taressaslife7849 no it’s being released onto Disney plus

[@jerlyngomez795]

Hoping Disney+ won’t cut any scenes and you can enjoy it as it is

[@archraskal]

@Didrick Namtvedt. I wish that Skam was released on broadcast television here in the U.S. Love, Victor is good but not as well written as Skam. Well, anyway Skam is on Dailymotion.com which is where I went to see it.

[@noahjackson2]

This show is a perfect place for teenagers who have had trouble coming out and this show helps with most of it and from someone else's perspective

[@ITS_CXNNXR]

Omg BENJI 😍😍💪🏻🥰 ( GEORGE SEAR ) ALSO VICTOR’S FRIEND

[@bug8357]

I think its very interesting and great to see straight actors kiss each other and not feel disgusted or like that was the worst experience in the world. Thats how all people should be, if you are confident in your sexuality you wouldnt be so disgusted by this stuff.

[@TimeIdle]

Why is it "interesting" that they're not disgusted?

[@bug8357]

@@TimeIdle bc alot of guys are disgusted by the idea

[@mwoz14222]

It’s called a paycheck. It’s not like they are recreationally kissing each other. You’d be surprised what people would do for a dollar

[@gerardparislosangeles449]

I am agree.. no one have to do those horribles comments or treating they live toward those actors,,,,They are talented, and they have the right to play all caracteres, they are actors, they doing their job.....The only question is why in the world, most of the gay caracteres are playing by straight actors telling at all interwievs that they are straight, like to justifie themself... examples Love Simon, Nick robinson " I am straight, and i Talk to my gay brother for the movie".... Michael Cimino, " I am straight, ans I talk to my gay cousin for the serie, but I do not want be labeled in case or in 10 years from now I come out as gay or by".... Thimothe Chalamet for Call me by your name, " I am straight" ....Sham france, Axel auriant and Maxence danet "we are straight and we loved the kissing scenes",.....Skam Belgium, same both of Actor " we are straight".... Why all those actors have to justifie themself to be straight?.... it is a shame for them if some peoples, maby cofuse the show and the rality and think they can be gay or by???..... I never heard Tom Hanks in Philadelphia told to the reporter " I am straight" Or Jake Gylenhaal or heatth Ledger claming they are straight>>>> Imagin actors playing criminals or rapist or war criminal to justifie themself to be sure we don't think they are criminals....And The only thing is disturbing, is those actors playind gay, it's nice for the young gay to watch with ther family those show, but in other hand, heard those actor screaming they are no gay but straight can be send the wrong messages.... Now... Yes .. I know... it's very dangerous for the actors career to come out as gay... generally the carer stop right here..... Hollywood in the past make pressure on the gay actors tor hide their sexuel orientation, look, Antony Perkins, Gary Grant, James Dean, John Huston, Tab Hunter...all those actors have to hide who they was.....And I know it did not change a lot today.....but , please be courteous to those actor, the more important they make dream... and that is their job....... Sorry for some error ... I am french and I try to do my be

[@mustwatch8111]

I came out to 4 of my friends because of this and call me by your name. These 2 amazing creation gave me the courage to do so, so I won't ever forget about them

[@spanishvideoclub4901]

Geez, these two are more handsome in real life than in the show.

[@shaguftabaruah1867]

Victor and Benji's story is one of the cutest love story I've ever seen, I'm soo much love with this show, hoping to see more love and cuddling in the next season, can't waittttt😭😭

[@neonlightsuk3864]

Had to watch this series somewhat 'illegally' last year..and now finally its available in the UK and Disney+/STAR and they drop only the first 2 episodes!! That sucks. Hulu+ dropped the entire series on its debut.

[@maxneilsonhowes]

It’s so annoying! There doing one every Friday

[@shiftyshinings1273]

Why do some people make a fuss about straight people playing gay characters, but nobody makes a fuss about a British person playing an American character?? (George/Benji)

[@jojocasen3773]

You don’t get bullied or killed for being American, you get bullied or killed for being gay. IRL!!

[@leehee9558]

@@jojocasen3773 depends, what’s American

[@erikperhs_]

@@jojocasen3773 so what? What does that have to do with an actor playing a role?

[@Mrhojalata98]

@@erikperhs_ I swear some of you are incapable of critical thinking. Try to answer your own question first. If you still can’t and actually want to know the answer to your question, and aren’t just trying to start an argument, just Google “why queer actors should play queer roles” there are MANY articles and stories supporting BOTH sides of this dilemma

[@lexTS89]

His catttt 🥰🥰

[@clarissasantos895]

the cat behind is a distraction, and I loved it 😍

[@bright7320]

Love victor is also one of my fave lgbtq series. But guys, yall should try to watch 2gether the series. Its a Thai series and it shows how gay relationship are being normalised and accepted.

[@geraldvaughn8403]

Love the show. The detractors are evidence that the show and its message are influential and meaningful. Keep up the good work and I hope it gets renewed forever. Congratulations to Disney. I grew up with Disney and continue to grow from its influence.

[@davidzajac4907]

My partner and I enjoyed watching both seasons. While the story lines are both interesting and entertaining, the show is out of touch with reality. In seems everyone is alright with gays in school. I promise you, no one is standing on a chair proclaiming their sexuality. Victor most assuredly sees and feels hated or atleast discriminated against. Shows like this help people accept gays but there is such a long time to go before we are fully accepted as the normal people we are.

[@criticalthinker6827]

Not disagreeing. I think the show is trying to portray what a better world could look like. Just my two cents!

[@ingridsoleil]

I completely relate to Victor's character on every level (except having a boyfriend) I'm also mostly white, sometimes its just circumstance, and it's sad that people feel like they can't or shouldn't relate or look up to somone because they look/behave/are different. Were all the same in our own beautiful ways and that should be celebrated! So It really is nice to feel represented in such a direct way.

[@martafernandes4531]

THE CAT...I'M CRYING

[@animalfinatic9366]

1:57 That is so true. There are some people that can change because they want to, but others don't and it's best not to waste your time on them.

[@alicebonandi8685]

I had to watch it again because I kept being distracted by Michael's cat 😂

[@ocrodger]

Been dealing with homophobic people for 55 years ..... how to deal with it .... educate your family and screw the rest ..... haters will never change. They have been hating me for years.....their loss...not mine. Love is Louder!

[@williamstovall6064]

Why is the show overwhelmingly straight when it suppose to be a gay theme show, explain please.

[@Mad_Beefs]

Because that’s how real life is?

[@YoungButRetro]

Its about figuring sexuality out. Thats why it ends with that happening.

[@williamstovall6064]

@@YoungButRetro After figuring it out myself the best answer I can think of is that Victor is surrounded by people that love him, not necessary a gay theme or movie but with people that love him, thus the title Love Victor.

[@Denz2799]

It's how real life is. I'm gay, and this show is gayer than my life. Obviously it can't reflect all gay lives. There are more than enough illustrations and shows and movies that feature extremely over the top gay behaviour and life. This one represents what most gay people's lives are actually like.

[@Mrhojalata98]

The show was originally made to be on Disney+. If I had to guess, they tried to make a gay show as straight as possible so they could appeal to both liberal and more conservative consumers. Season 1 was already done filming by the time it made the switch to Hulu. But since that won’t be the case for Season 2, here’s to hoping it’ll be gayer!

[@thehopefulyetdoubtful3656]

If there is anything positive I've gotten out this this pandemic is having time to think about myself & my sexuality, & I came out as gay in mid September

[@animalfinatic9366]

Congrats!!!!

[@thehopefulyetdoubtful3656]

@@animalfinatic9366 thanks😊

[@animalfinatic9366]

@@thehopefulyetdoubtful3656 Of course!!!

[@thehopefulyetdoubtful3656]

@@animalfinatic9366 I've also considered being in a polygamous relationship with 2 of my friends

[@animalfinatic9366]

@@thehopefulyetdoubtful3656 As long as its consensual and it's what you want, then go for it. I dont know much about those kind of relationships but I know everybody has different needs and taste.

[@davidpeters99]

that cat is like the cutest ever

[@crisgames64]

The cat is too cute getting distraction from their important conversation

[@anonymousfox7219]

Ok y'all, I'm sorry but I have to disagree with the whole "only gay actors play gay roles" thing. For this reason: there should never be a part of casting where a person is forced to disclose their sexuality to get the job. Is it reasonable to prefer casting only gay people for gay roles, totally. But I think practically speaking (especially for young roles where the people being cast might still be figuring themselves out) it just doesn't work.

[@PTRAINBOY]

They did a fantastic job. They are actors and they were believable.

[@joshazriel8007]

No one should ever be forced to disclose their sexual orientation or be apologetic for their gender identity. However...queer representation is important within Hollywood! Though something about this interview made me feel cringy and slightly uncomfortable!

[@darkpraxis]

I'm not against it either, however out LGBT actors rarely get a foot in the door in Hollywood (at least in front of the camera). When out LGBT actors are playing as many cishet roles as cishets are playing LGBT roles, it'll be more appropriate.

[@kamscam2170]

I'm more so strict about the writers themselves being lgbtq. I dont really care if the actors are or not. IT just makes sense that if youre gonna create a show surrounding the community, get a writer that is actually from the community so that our stories/image can be told/portrayed accurately.

[@archraskal]

@@PTRAINBOY I'm glad you're able to appreciate that. It's certainly relief from all of these assholes on this comment page disparaging straight actors in gay roles.

[@maxmusic5380]

This show finally gets an international release

[@sicksadsociety5658]

what is that? some kinda secret marketing? Love, Victor S2 is coming? that's what it means, right?

[@maxneilsonhowes]

No it’s for the UK as we don’t have hulu and they’ve added it to Disney+Star . But we only get 1 episode a week

[@THEWORST-h5x]

s2 is coming June 11 of ts year !

[@erikperhs_]

@@THEWORST-h5x omg right on time for school break 😍

[@jeanmarcecroignard6143]

Congrats Michael. You are fabulous. Besides l sincerely believe you are a honest guy. Don't bother about those homophobic messages. It's a drama that in 2021 there are still "human beings" reacting like this. Big hugs & Love. GOD BLESS

[@benjapornsatorn2192]

I'm waiting for season 2 🙏

[@Mark-pm9nh]

I've seen "Love Victor" & "Love Simon". Both movies are beautiful portrayals of growing up gay & how important it is to be loved & accepted by your family & be seen as a human being with great value... Hi Michael & George . THANK YOU for being part of this very important movie that is helping young gay people know they are normal & not alone... God bless . Mark (Toronto) 💔🧡💛💚💙💜

[@blakemrolfsensanchez547]

20 min is too little should've been 60 min. I love this show

[@charlie9901]

You are always going to have bigoted people in this world. This will never change, unfortunately . But things are getting better . Michael, what so hit me in your role as Victor was when you told your best friend that you liked guys. What a beautiful acceptance scene.!! This needs to be shown more often. Thanks... great series.

[@R1981L]

As if Michael wasn't already adorable, then he has a cat! Love

[@andrewcunningham5933]

Love this interview. But also love Michael’s cat playing in the background!

[@alittlecatinthedark]

Michael is so brave and beautiful and we need to STAN 💕✨

[@folklovermorenightsdepartment]

Awww look at George's eyebags. So cuteeee

[@ahsokatanoslashfulcrum6964]

Love these guy’s !!! :) They are good straight representation for the rest of the world :)

[@quankyy]

the caat in the back pls😭🤚

[@khyati7733]

George Sear is GORGEOUS 😍

[@93snowwolf]

Michael is right this is needed and I'm happy he does such a good job :D

[@iasmimmariano]

we love benji campbell

[@alexatalks4441]

George

[@iasmimmariano]

@@alexatalks4441 also him

[@denjizanabria-mejia2703]

We all do 😁

[@randromeda_animations]

My own coming out was a rather lucky one. My mom and friends accepted me the way I am and my father does too, even tho it was a kinda rough start. My great grandparents told me, that I am the first in our family, which I actually don't believe. Nonetheless, my family is very accepting, except my oldest cousin, who is homophobic. The only positive about him is that he manages to get it under control when I am there and still sorta supporting me. I know not everyone experiences the same kind of outing. Some are getting more homophobic responses and some might even get kicked out. For me it's kinda sad to know that gay isn't considered normal yet. I know we'll get there eventually. But it's gonna be a long way. I hope you enjoy your day or evening no matter who you are. Sincerely, Sam

[@radinislam00]

Happy for you! Really happy to hear that your family accepted u as u are. But It's not easy fot everyone. Im bisexual and It's illegal in our country to be a part of LGBTQ+ community. Pray for me. Good luck for ur future and hope you get a loving and sexy boyfriend like Benji.💖

[@Plainejan]

My wiccan and hulkling....

[@lga9436]

Yes!

[@donovangoldsborough2970]

I get that reference

[@alexatalks4441]

Lol George is very tiny he will be a great wiccan

[@ralphweller3537]

Yes we Need this Show in Europe ✌🏼

[@maxneilsonhowes]

If you have Disney+ then now it is

[@marlonandre894]

I can't wait to watch love Victor I'm going to enjoy as much as love Simon

[@earthplanet403]

I watched it in one day, today....

[@Marvelfanatic3658]

@@seandomhnallosullivan2544 well everyone has their own opinions

[@katrinawallace3374]

Lo

[@bringstv1705]

Season 3 plsss!!

[@clay.t1802]

For him its just some short time of his life. Some people is there life ....

[@isaiahminott]

Quit being so damn dramatic dude everyone gets killed and harrased based on their looks and sexuality no ones untouched stop thinking gay and LGBT people are the only ones being bullied for stuff

[@josephbsearch]

Information given and demonstrated doesn't mean education. It sad and scary. Respect and Self education and acceptance is part of it. Best to all. Blessings and Joy.

[@endor8witch]

is this season 2 or just disney+ premier? cause I watched season 1 on hulu last year

[@moisesalejandrorodriguez5503]

Only the premiere of the first season on Disney+ Star🌟 is announced. The second season is just in the making but is expected to arrive this year :)

[@lesvlogsdefinjuillet2895]

@@moisesalejandrorodriguez5503 isn't it weird that Disney refuse the series at the beginning and now published it on Disney star ? It would be even weirder if there were publishing the season 2...

[@moisesalejandrorodriguez5503]

@@lesvlogsdefinjuillet2895 Disney did not reject the series at any time. The series had to go to Hulu (Disney Property) because contains scenes of alcohol consumption among young people, sexual jokes, marital problems between Victor's parents and his sexual awakening. Many believe that Disney rejected the series for gay content and it is not true. The High Fidelity series, which premiered alongside "Love, Victor," was also scheduled for Disney+. It is a completely straight series and was moved to Hulu for the same mature content reasons. And unlike "High Fidelity" which was canceled, "Love,Victor" was renewed for another season. Now that the series is on "Star", the same producers would like to do sexual scenes in the future and that seems incredible to me since it is part of life. The hit musical Hamilton had to be censored 2 swear words or it would become adult content.

[@lesvlogsdefinjuillet2895]

@@moisesalejandrorodriguez5503 oh ok... That's maybe a little extreme but 😂😂 it's Disney so... but would the season 2 be on Hulu or on Disney at the end ? I'm lost 😂

[@moisesalejandrorodriguez5503]

@@lesvlogsdefinjuillet2895 The second season will be on Hulu in the United States. For all other countries, it will be in the STAR category within Disney+ ("Star" would be Hulu for other countries). Let's hope soon the second season❤

[@penboyasgod6103]

Michael should not have worn that shirt for this interview --- it's so nice and perfect for Victor to wear it to school (or to that cabin).

[@99lodewijk]

So... that's why they cast straight actors. So the homophobia doesn't bother them. Still sucks for all the unemployed gay actors. #castthegays

[@gloomycelestial9955]

it's crazy because when i was watching s2 the thought of how brave it is for michael cimino to be playing a character like victor kept constantly crossing my mind, i believe it's mostly because i know what it's like to grow up around hispanic people and how heavily homophobic the majority are (even the ones that claim they are allies sometimes can say offensive things). after reading the title and watching the video, i was sad to hear that he did receive backlash for playing victor, but i can't say i was surprised. i respect actors who play queer characters, especially people who come from an ethnicity other than white. this interview really is evidence for how an experience of playing a queer character is different between a white person and someone who's not.

[@nicolairomanoff4652]

Watch out for people you know, they are usually the snakes around you 🐍

[@user-dq7cm6ug4h]

"With friends like these..."

[@noahjackson2]

Benji in this show reminded of my high school crush

[@mads6907]

my babies

[@DAGuy726]

Pathetic that American Disney+ wouldn’t put it on their platform

[@keelwarner231]

They said it was too "adult"

[@y.2439]

@@keelwarner231 it was because of another themes, not just gay And it's going to be part of Disney because of Disney+ STAR

[@eumrtn9056]

@@y.2439 take a look at the rest of shows/movies in disney+. they also treat other more "adult" themes but they weren't removed

[@aslanxalorin9681]

Did anyone else notice the cat like low-key having a stroke in the background✋🏾..... no one just me ok

[@ashtonlagleva3158]

This show is also now available in Canada on Disney+ and I'm loving it.

[@quietastronaut]

Michael and George both seem like super nice people but I have to say I'm a little bored with listening to straight actors being asked to talk about what they consider important issues to the LGBT community...

[@RJM56]

It's not about sides! I'd rather hear the insightful comments of intelligent allies like Michael Cimino, George Sear or Skam France's Maxence Danet-Fauvel and Axel Auriant speak because the insights they've obtained playing gay characters and in some cases experienced homophobia because of it.

[@darkpraxis]

I second this. Sure, they may experience homophobia from a tweet or something, but they don't live and breathe the fear of homophobia every day. They'll never truly understand the fear of holding your romantic partner's hand in public, or showing any display of affection for that matter. They'll never self-monitor and self-moderate the way they walk or talk for fear of getting called a slur or physically attacked. And it's obvious how oblivious Cimino is when being surprised that people he knows made homophobic comments to him. Surprise, people that aren't straight know the greatest threat to their wellbeing are the people closest to them. All it takes is one wrong person to know and it's all over.

[@quietastronaut]

@@darkpraxis Very true. I appreciate allies but it's just not very interesting to listen to their experiences when we could have listened to those of an actual gay actor instead. These days it's becoming almost a trend for straight actors to play gay characters, it's not as much a risk anymore as a guaranteed (and rather cheaply acquired) rise in popularity. Meanwhile, most of the time gay actors are still too scared to come out so they don't get to tell the stories they rightfully deserve to tell. Straight actors get easy recognition for telling gay stories while gay actors are afraid of risking their career. IMO, gay stories will always hit differently when they're actually told by gay people.

[@erikperhs_]

You can always not watch the video and search for gay actors telling their stories. This is the internet, there's room for everything

[@quietastronaut]

@@erikperhs_ and you can always fight the urge to reply something useless to someone you don't agree with. Will save us both time :)

[@Garett6]

Disney Plus??? We don't get Love, Victor on Disney Plus in USA It's streamed on Hulu

[@moisesalejandrorodriguez5503]

For international audiences, the series airs in the STAR category within Disney+, which is a category for all Disney adult content. STAR would be like Hulu but outside the USA.

[@giuseppevisconti3284]

I came out to my friend some years ago. It was wonderful and they were all accepting me, I was glad I told it to some people of my age, but then one or two of then spread the information without my consent, don't get me wrong, I'm totally fine with who I am, it's just that she didn't and stil doesn't have the right of doing those kinda things. With my parents it was, and still is very, very difficult; they found out gay porn on my phone and they screamed, my mother cried (she said that she cried because I told my friend before her, and that I was confused. I know she lied) and my father shouted at me, slapped me and tratened me to be pratically raped by a female escort in order to return "normal". They now ignore the fact that they know I am gay, maybe hoping it was just a phase... Well, it is not. This show helped me showing me again that the world isn't limited to my family, my school or my home town, there is a brand new world outside, full of sulporting people; this show gave me hope and reminded me that WE are a comunity, we are family.

[@ArquellEastland]

I'm so sorry that happened to you. I just want to add that you are loved and I'm a 100% positive that you will meet people who love you for who you are and tbh with you, it's the best feeling ever. Much love and blessings being sent your way ❤!

[@eymerichinquisitore9022]

Eccetto, una famigghia di ricchiunazzi

[@rileygoddamnphoenix]

I always wonder how sad or brainwashed a person has to be, to be homophobic. Like, what could possibly be wrong with you to justify discrimination based on sexual orientation. Absolutely stunning how ignorant some people are

[@peterpumpkin7745]

Dont give them attention and they’ll stfu, anyways when’s season 2 coming

[@matiassanchez1362]

June 2021

[@yashrajchauhan2676]

Who else can't take eyes off victor🥺🥺??

[@chrisdudley2727]

Nobody could have Done it better great job boys loved every minute when is season two love Chris

[@Zakalex]

Me: "Come On Concentrate, Their Making Good Points! Don't Get Distracte-" CAAAAAAAATTTTT!!!!! AWWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!

[@SarahSmith-qj4uz]

As much as I love the two actors I wish more gay actors were cast for gay roles. Typically gay actors only get cast for gay roles so they have less of a chance, but on top of that lgbtqia+ fans flock towards the actors of lgbtqia+ representation and being straight, they typically aren’t equipped to be a role model to lgbtqia+ youth, they also get labeled as “brave” for playing these roles and get a lot more recognition. In a perfect world at least 80% of gay representation in media is played by lgbtqia+ actors and it’s kind of sad that it’s less than 5% right now.

[@esper4044]

Weird that one actor received hateful comments but the other one didn’t. People really didn’t choose their targets equally.

[@alexatalks4441]

The homophobic messages came from his friends

[@esper4044]

@@alexatalks4441 oh you're right, mb. That's worse.

[@Denz2799]

Don't hate straight actors for playing gay characters. It makes 0 sense. Gay actors that work hard get as many parts as straight actors do. Really.

[@BWMacky]

Morgan Freeman said it best: "I hate the word homophobia. A phobia is a fear. You're not scared. You're an @$$hole". And that cat in the background is a crack up!

[@potterhead9707]

Season 2 needs to gayer period😉

[@ajwest3081]

I think it’s jealousy full stop. The homophobic element is just another element a keyboard warrior can use as ammunition. Thoroughly enjoyed the series 😎

[@DogeSpeaks]

Please.... There's a 99% chance that this straight actor is manufacturing or at least exaggerating these "homophobic messages from people he knows" to virtue signal. As a gay man myself, I'm truly sick and tired of this marketing ploy to the LGBT community every time an LGBT movie is made or every time a celebrity comes out. Actor:"Omg look at all the hate I'm receiving because I was brave enough to take on this role" Audience: "We're so sorry there are so many hateful people in the world! You're such a hero for enduring this and we looooove you sooooo much! Omg you were brilliant! Don't listen to the haters!" Actor: "Omg thanks guys. You have nooo idea how much that means to me. Omg I'm so emotional hearing all your stories. Let's start a hashtag to promote the movie, ok?" Audience: "Omg yes! #LOVEISTHEVICTOR" Every time....

[@erikperhs_]

So, in your opinion, homophobes would never care about a friend playing a gay character? They'll just be completely okay with it?

[@erikperhs_]

You must be that type of gay who grew up in a loving and rich family to say this kind of garbage. People get hate only for being friends with gay people sometimes!

[@DogeSpeaks]

@@erikperhs_ Yes, that certainly must be the case. It must be that I grew up in a rich, loving, and completely accepting family to present the argument I just did. Not that I was thrown out in my junior year of high school and alienated by my mother and grandfather for three years. I'm sure your poorly argued virtue signaling will help these two actors feel more loved and accepted in that ultra-homophobic industry they're making millions in while you feel heartbroken about them having to deal with random internet trolls or "people they know" disapproving of their role. You're exactly the type of person they're marketing this video towards, hun. Congratulations on being a prime example of my point.

[@AtheistMorax]

Imagine how miserable those people must be... i mean, you literally have to be lifeless to do such shit.

[@amyrose9889nenasonic]

A straight actor receive receiving homophobic message for playing a gay role? Oh yes let me get my violin out for this kid who can litterally sleep at night knowing outside of playing gay he himself isn't really effected by this foh try actually being gay and having actual representation on & off the screen than we can talk

[@keelwarner231]

I said this too. BUT SAY IT LOUDER FOR THE MOFOS IN THE BACK

[@alicedeligny9240]

I still empathize with him, it's not his fault and what happened is not cool. I get the feeling behind this reaction but it's beyond me.

[@noahmuntwyler5010]

Now imagine actually being gay and getting homophobic messages…. But thanks for “starting the conversation.”