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While being in the public eye often comes with fame and scrutiny, it doesn’t mean we truly know everything about the lives of those in the spotlight. Some stars manage to keep parts of their identity more private. Here are some well-known figures you may be surprised to learn are part of the LGBT community.
#1: John Mahoney
Year They Came Out of the Closet: undisclosed
Charles John Mahoney, an English-born American actor, passed away on February 4, 2018. Widely recognized for portraying Martin Crane on NBC’s beloved sitcom Frasier (1993–2004), Mahoney earned a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination in 2000.
His acting journey began with Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre Company alongside legends like John Malkovich, Gary Sinise, and Laurie Metcalf. Despite a celebrated career, Mahoney never married or had children, preferring to keep his private lifeguarded.