WWE wrestler Darren Young has come out as gay in an interview with TMZ.
The 29-year-old American was asked in the interview, posted Thursday morning, whether he believes a gay wrestler can be successful in the WWE.
“Absolutely,” Young responded. “Look at me. I’m a WWE superstar and to be honest with you, I’ll tell you right now, I’m gay. And I’m happy. I’m very happy.
“I’m just letting you know that I’m happy who I am, I’m comfortable with myself, and I’m happy to be living a dream.”
Young said his sexual orientation does not matter to his profession.
“Some people might not like it. Some people will like it. But I’m here to please myself. I’m here to be happy.”
He added that he was “hoping to be able to make a difference” with his revelation.
“It’s very important to me that people understand that someone’s sexual preference shouldn’t really matter. It should be about the person.”
WWE released a statement in support of Darren Young later on Thursday.
“WWE is proud of Darren Young for being open about his sexuality, and we will continue to support him as a WWE Superstar. Today, in fact, Darren will be participating in one of our Be A STAR anti-bullying rallies in Los Angeles to teach children how to create positive environments for everyone regardless of age, race, religion or sexual orientation.”
In another interview with TMZ, fellow wrestler John Cena said it was “wonderful” that Young came out.
“It doesn’t affect his work. He’s a wonderful worker in the ring,” Cena told TMZ. “Darren Young is a consummate professional. I’m actually very proud of him for doing that.”
WWE wrestler and executive Triple H voiced his support via Twitter.
In April, Jason Collins became the first gay athlete in one of the four major men’s professional sports in North America to come out during his career. Liz Carmouche and Jessica Andrade faced off in the first UFC fight featuring two out lesbians at the end of July.
Also this year Robbie Rogers, who revealed he was gay upon his retirement over the winter, made his return to Major League Soccer, joining the Los Angeles Galaxy. American soccer player Megan Rapinoe came out before the London Olympics and first overall pick Brittney Griner is among the WNBA’s openly gay players.
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