But there weren't a lot of gay theatre majors where you attended?

 

Yes but they were dating the jounalism majors.

Keep in mind that actors encompasses more than just the Hollywood celebrity types. If you consider Broadway actors as well I think that only supports JS hypothesis.

 

Maybe so. I couldn't name one Broadway actor so I can't comment.

:lol: Was this intentional? This just gets better and better.....

 

Was what intentional?:confused:

:lol: Was this intentional? This just gets better and better.....

 

If it wasn't, it's a pretty funny coincidence....:lol:

If it wasn't, it's a pretty funny coincidence....:lol:

 

That's what I was thinking. I wasn't sure how to take that! :lol::lol:

Are the dudes on HGTV considered actors?

Yes but they were dating the jounalism majors.

 

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I think RRR nailed it. Homosexual males from an early age just exhibit that "extra" dramatic flair that is perfect for stage and screen. I know this is stereotyping to a degree and not all homosexuals are "extra demonstrative", but still overall they ARE usually more colorful.

On a serious note, I did read an article that if you wasn't bi-, in the church of scientology, or connected to the church through an agent etc or a Jewish agent that it was very, VERY hard to get "the big break" in Hollywood.

 

 

Watching shows that parody or mimic Hollywood like "Entourage" (which is so acclaimed because it is said to capture the real HW) only strenthens that idea.

I have to agree with woodsrider (and the irony is not lost here). Is there any statistical proof that there are more homosexuals in the entertainment industry? Or could it seem like that because it is more acceptable to be "out" in that field of work?

 

I have been in the work force for a long time. Twenty years ago, I could not name a single gay person that I worked with. Today, I can name several. It isnt because there weren't any back then, but people were more secretive about it.

Another point to ponder on this matter: In general actors are more confident and open than other professions considering that they're capable of performing in front of audiences whereas most people would cringe when confronted with having to speak before a large crowd. So, just perhaps, they feel more confident to live "who they are" more than the average Joe

I feel pretty comfortable in saying that homosexuality is more prevalent among actors than men in most other professions (save for hairdressers, interior decorators, fashion designers, etc.).

 

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I would add rock musicians, especially if you consider bisexual gay.

Often it is a similar field.

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I have to agree with woodsrider (and the irony is not lost here). Is there any statistical proof that there are more homosexuals in the entertainment industry? Or could it seem like that because it is more acceptable to be "out" in that field of work?

 

I have been in the work force for a long time. Twenty years ago, I could not name a single gay person that I worked with. Today, I can name several. It isnt because there weren't any back then, but people were more secretive about it.

 

I doubt there's any real statistical info to back it up, considering how many actors have gone out of their way to cover up their sexual preferences (see: Cruise, Tom); but maybe there is. But if someone like Graydon Carter — whose magazine trades on celebrity interviews and having celebrity-types on the cover as a means to sell magazines — thinks it's the case, I'm willing to defer to his expertise on the matter.

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I would add rock musicians, especially if you consider bisexual gay.

Often it is a similar field.

 

Maybe it's just artistically creative people in general?

I feel pretty comfortable in saying that homosexuality is more prevalent among actors than men in most other professions (save for hairdressers, interior decorators, fashion designers, etc.).

Here's an interesting thought. Are they more prevalent, or are they just more likely to come out and be open about it? They're under the pressure of the media and the public eye. They have a built in cultural support system in Hollywood and the theater. Their success, wealth and fame builds their self-esteem and sense of self. Wouldn't these (and other) factors make actors more likey to reveal the truth about their sexuality?