Heartstopper star Kit Connor has revealed he is bisexual, saying he has been “forced” to come out amid accusations of queerbaiting. The 19-year-old actor, who plays the bisexual, doe-eyed rugby player Nick Nelson in the Netflix series, was compelled to reveal his own sexuality on Twitter last year. Retweets. While Connor noted that the second. In his own time. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. ”. The response on Twitter has been particularly. The Heartstopper star, 19, recalled how being accused of queerbaiting by fans pushed him to address his sexuality. The 19-year-old actor, who plays Nick Nelson in the Netflix adaptation of Alice Oseman’s webcomic, came out in November 2022. You can opt-out at any time. I think some of you missed the point of the show. Article continues below advertisement. Olivia Colman has “ Heartstopper ” co-star Kit Connor ’s back. Heartstopper star Kit Connor is reflecting on his decision to come out as bisexual via social media amid looming pressure from the Netflix series' fans last year. Demands that the likes of Heartstopper star Connor, Billie Eilish or Taylor Swift come out stem from a regressive belief that there is a right or wrong way to be queer Wed 2 Nov 2022 21. I’m bi. November 22 2022 3:53 PM EST. Pictures / Via Getty Images for Dunhill. Joshooeerr. The series, based on Alice Oseman’s webcomic, follows the love story between two British teens, the introspective Charlie Spring (Joe Locke) and rugby star Nick Nelson (Kit Connor). with his co-stars and fans flocking to support the starA Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow: Directed by Katherine Fairfax Wright. "Heartstopper" actor Kit Connor has come out as bisexual on Twitter after he was accused of "queerbaiting" fans of the LGBTQ Netflix show. congrats for forcing an 18 year old to out himself," he tweeted on Monday. Shutterstock. "People were. The 19-year-old Heartstopper star opened up to Loewe creative director Jonathan. Heartstopper premiered via Netflix in April 2022, and Kit Connor, who plays Nick Nelson in the show, has already won the hearts of fans everywhere! Keep reading for details on the up-and-coming star. Congrats for. Kit Connor broke his silence on feeling pressured to publicly come out as bisexual. Rodlyn-mae Banting. Heartstopper star Kit Connor has revealed that he is bisexual – but suggested he only came out because he was “forced” to do so. Thay vì vui mừng, nhiều fan cảm thấy bức xúc bởi họ thấy “Nick” gần như bị dồn ép phải làm điều đó. In September, the actor posted to Twitter to say that it was a “silly silly app,” that he was “bored of it,” and that he’d be deleting it. Sadly, Kit Connor didn’t have such a pleasant experience with coming out as Locke. These are real people with real lives. Connor, a star of Netflix’s teen romcom, “Heartstopper,” said Monday that he. Heartstopper star Kit Connor on coming out: ‘I would have preferred to do it another way’ Star of Netflix drama ‘Heartstopper’ criticised people for ‘forcing’ him to come out as. His costar Joe Locke and others have since supported him. i. kit connor coming out | 2. Kit Connor has reflected on coming out last year (Picture: Getty) Heartstopper star Kit Connor has revealed he’s now more ‘confident’ in himself. In a new interview for Vulture, Pace opened up about. EXCLUSIVE: Emmy winner Kit Connor (Heartstopper) has been set to lead feature mystery-horror One Of Us, which will begin filming in Belfast, Northern Ireland later this month. This is so messed up. Before starring on Netflix's 'Heartstopper,' Kit Connor played a young Elton John in 'Rocketman' — details. ”. They can decide to come out at 16 or 60 and it is literally never. Heartstopper star Kit Connor is addressing his complicated experiences with fandom and coming out following the show’s first season. “I think ‘forced’ isn’t the right word I would use,” Connor. 2,479. Things get weird between Tara and Darcy. "Back for a minute. What should have been a positive thing in the life of the 18-year-old actor was tainted by the. 15 September 2023. 1, the Oscar winner told Variety just how much she admired her "Heartstopper" costar Kit Connor after he was bullied into coming out as bisexual on social media. Olivia Colman has said she is “so proud” of Heartstopper co-star Kit Connor for the way he handled coming out as bisexual amid accusations of queerbaiting. The actor faced scrutiny when he was accused of “queerbaiting” in real life — both for playing Nick on Heartstopper. ”Connor, 19, spoke against the same assumption in his own coming-out story. The show had been celebrated for casting queer actors in its roles,. Kit Connor made his TV debut aged eight. At the time, people speculated that Connor had left the app because a. Connor, a star of Netflix’s teen romcom, “Heartstopper,” said Monday that he. co. Kit Connor said his bisexuality led Heartstopper fans to “force” him to come out publicly before he was ready. Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift and Harry Styles are on the list of mainstream artists who have been pressured to "just come out already. The British series, which debuted in April 2022,. Olivia Colman has slammed those who “bullied” her Heartstopper co-star Kit Connor to come out. 823 Likes, TikTok video from Heartstopper Fangirl🍂 (@heartstopper_fangirl_): "Eagerly waiting for those 3 words to come out of Nick and Charlie’s mouth 😍😍😍 #kitconnor. Fans pressuring Kit Connor to come out of the closet are wrong. I’m bi. "i’m bi. Kit Connor and Joe Locke became global superstars following their portrayals of teen couple Nick and Charlie on Heartstopper season one. Kit Connor came out as bisexual—though not on his own accord. Kit Connor. On the outside, Nick is a confident rugby player with plenty of friends, who never thought to question his sexuality, but when he meets Charlie, he starts feeling things he doesn’t understand. Kit Connor of Heartstopper fame has come out as bisexual, seemingly in response to queerbaiting accusations on social media. December 17 2022 7:54 AM EST. Kit Connor, who plays Nick Nelson in the Netflix breakout hit Heartstopper, has revealed he is bisexual after stating on social media that he was forced to come out. The 18-year-old actor. . Kit Connor came out as bisexual after being “forced” to confirm his sexuality. The pressure for 18-year-old actor Kit Connor to come out had been building on social media for months. After having previously deleted his Twitter account,. “Back for a minute. By. which deviates a little from Oseman’s original work, incorporates a lot of Nick’s struggles coming out, “which is important. 2. Joe Locke. The Little Mix singer, 29, and the. Hindsight is 20/20. Connor is known for his breakout performance as Nick Nelson in Netflix's aforementioned coming-of-age drama. Kit Connor, who plays Nick Nelson in the Netflix breakout hit Heartstopper, has revealed he is bisexual after stating on social media that he was forced to come out. What should have been a positive thing in the life of the 18-year-old actor was tainted by the. Kit Connor says he would have preferred not to have come out as bisexual publicly, but he does not “regret” it and that it was “in many ways. The actor was spotted allegedly holding hands with Cuban Girl’s Guide star Maia Reficco, which led to some so-called fans suggesting he was “queerbaiting”. I’m bi. Eighteen-year-old Connor recently came out as bisexual after he was relentlessly questioned on social media about his sexuality. The 19-year-old Heartstopper actor sits down for an interview with British Vogue, where he discusses the pressure he felt to come out as bisexual and. Says fans forced him to, after accusing him of queerbaiting. November 22 2022 3:53 PM EST. 5, 2022, 4:00 AM PDT. He’s tackled what seems like the biggest obstacle, telling his mom and telling the people that he loves. By Armando Tinoco. 13. Kit Connor and Joe Locke are opening up about their lives. Connor, a star of Netflix’s teen romcom, “Heartstopper,” said Monday that he felt. Aug 2, 2023 2:57 pm. The stars of Netflix ’s coming-of-age series, Heartstopper spoke to Teen Vogue about fame, sexuality, and having confidence in their. Kit Connor, one of the young British stars of Netflix's Heartstopper, came out as bisexual on Monday after he was accused of queerbaiting fans of the LGBTQ show. Are Kit Connor and Maia Reficco Dating? While Kit and Maia have yet to confirm or deny dating rumors, Kit has come under an onslaught of fan speculation over his sexuality since starring in Netflix’s Heartstopper series, in which his character, Nick Nelson, is a bisexual, closeted rugby player. i think some of you missed the point of. Based on Alice Oseman ’s web comic and graphic novels of the same name, the show follows a friendship-turned-romance between two British teens, the seemingly straight Nick and the out-and-proud. He’s not letting them get to him anymore. twitter. Heartstopper actor Kit Connor says he was "forced" to come out as bisexual amid accusations of "queerbaiting" after his star-making role on the hit Netflix series. Congrats for. Best recognised for playing high-schooler Nick Nelson in Netflix's teen drama Heartstopper, the 19-year-old announced after apparently feeling pressurised: "i'm bi. And now, suddenly, he realizes that. Connor, a star of Netflix’s teen romcom, “Heartstopper. By Wolfgang Ruth. congrats for forcing an 18 year old to out himself. And, sadly, a lot of the pressure kit Connor seemed to have faced was from a young queer community. Kit Connor has spoken about the pressures of seeing negative comments on social media after he recently came out as bisexual, saying he felt 'forced' to due to online speculation. What should have been a positive thing in the life of the 18-year-old actor was tainted by the circumstances that caused him to take that public step. "Heartstopper" actor Kit Connor has come out as bisexual on Twitter after he was accused of "queerbaiting" fans of the LGBTQ Netflix show. The 19-year-old initially posted about it in November 2022 after people on social media. The film will feature Maia Reficco, Kit Connor, and Kate del Castillo in the main cast. Heartstopper’s Kit Connor comes out as bisexual, saying he’s forced to come out after accusations of queer-baiting. Connor is known for his breakout performance as Nick Nelson in Netflix's aforementioned coming-of-age drama. Kit Connor said his bisexuality led Heartstopper fans to “force” him to come out publicly before he was ready. November 30 2022 1:11 PM EST. Adapted from the popular graphic novel by Alice Oseman of the same name, Heartstopper stars Joe Locke as Charlie, a teen who was bullied for being gay, and Kit Connor as Nick, his crush. When Kit Connor gets on the phone with designer and Loewe creative director Jonathan Anderson, therapy is in session, and the child actor turned star of the queer coming-of-age series Heartstopper is ready to open up. This young star and others need privacy as much as anyone else. Heartstopper creator Alice Oseman responds to Nick's storyline in season 2 mirroring Kit Connor's real-life experience of coming out. Sherlock and Watson. m. Heartstopper's Kit Connor 'slightly disappointed' by fans pressuring him to come out Nick and Charlie visit the City of Love in our first look at Heartstopper season 2Heartstopper's Kit Connor 'slightly disappointed' by fans pressuring him to come out After Heartstopper , Coven of Chaos star Joe Locke shows he's more than just 'sickly sweet'Kit Connor, the 18-year-old star of Netflix's Heartstopper, has come out as bisexual after pressure from fans. . In a rare Twitter post, the British actor wrote: “Back for a minute. “I Would Have Preferred To Do It Another Way”: Kit Connor Opens Up About Coming Out And Heartstopper Season 2 Nobody causes internet hysteria quite like British actor Kit Connor. #heartstoppercast #kitconnor #kitconnorcomingout #kitconnorheartstopper. Kit Connor dans. Locke stars in Netflix’s secondary school teen drama as Charlie, a. Kit Sebastian Connor is a British actor who has been gradually rising towards stardom for over a decade. Huw. The Heartstopper star, 19, recalled how being accused of queerbaiting by fans pushed him to address his sexuality. I'm glad that Oseman and Kit's costars posted in support of him. Heartstopper fans have rallied support for the actor, Kit Connor after he claimed on Monday night that he was forced to come out as bisexual. Kit Connor has become a mainstream celebrity overnight due to his endearing and relatable performance as Nick on Netflix's Heartstopper. But part of that comes from being able to do it when you're ready to do so. "i think some of. That therefore leaves something of a question mark over Kit's relationship status and while we've sussed out Kit Connor's fave cologne, let's now turn our detective skills to the question at hand—is. ET. Actor Kit Connor felt “forced” to come out as bisexual on October 31, and now, the creator of Hearstopper, Alice Oseman, as well as celebrities and fans of the series, is showing support for. Kit Connor. The Heartstopper actor told fans he was bisexual last October , after his sexuality had become the topic of discussion and speculation online. 8 August 2023 by Joely Chilcott. The Heartstopper star is now receiving the support of his. Back in November 2022, the actor publicly supported his Heartstopper costar and onscreen love interest, Kit Connor, after he revealed that he felt he was pressured to come out as bisexual on. Heartstopper star Kit Connor says he has been “forced” to come out as bisexual after being accused of queerbaiting. In an interview with British Vogue, the 19-year-old English actor revealed that his coming out tweet was a build-up of. Heartstopper star Kit Connor forced to come out amid queerbaiting accusations. Age: 18 years old. In his own time. Kit Connor said his bisexuality led Heartstopper fans to “force” him to come out publicly before he was ready. October 31, 2022 7:36pm. He's 18!Kit Connor recently opened up about coming out as bisexual via a tweet back in October 2022, writing: “I’m bi. The season will release on August 3. Heartstopper actor Kit Connor has publicly come out as bisexual after feeling that viewers were "forcing" him to do so. In his own time. Charlie (Joe Locke) isn’t in any rush. Heartstopper ‘s Kit Connor has shared a message from a fan who came out after watching the young-LGBTQ drama on Netflix. LONDON, ENGLAND: 'Heartstopper' star Kit Connor is receiving support from fans and the show's creators after the actor revealed that he was "forced" to come out as bisexual. Kit Connor publicly came out as bisexual in October 2021 and called out trolls for forcing him to do so. Neither had love interests until season 3, so lots of people shipped them together instead. Fans of and the creator behind Netflix series “ Heartstopper ” are rallying around series star Kit Connor after the actor shared that he was “forced” to come out as bisexual. On Dec. Listen to article. August 4, 2023 at 12:58 PM · 14 min read. Fans accused the star of "queerbaiting" – when a straight, cisgender person seems to cash in on LGBTQ fashion, music, acting. Kit Connor, star of Netflix's "Heartstopper," recently came out as bisexual. After being pictured hand-in-hand with his A Cuban Girl’s. Born March 8, 2004, Kit is currently eighteen years of age and has been appearing on screen since eight years old. The 18-year-old actor publicly came out, returning to Twitter amidst accusations he was "queerbaiting. "Heartstopper" actor Kit Connor has come out as bisexual on Twitter after he was accused of "queerbaiting" fans of the LGBTQ Netflix show. When Netflix's gay coming-of-age love story Heartstopper dropped on. Not just straight women. Spring reassures Nelson that he’s okay with his partner taking his time with his coming-out process: “I want you to come. Congrats for forcing an 18 year old to out himself. The coming-of-age story based on. October 31, 2022 7:36pm. Actor Kit Connor, who plays one of the lead characters, Nick Nelson, in Netflix’s hit coming-of-age dramedy Heartstopper, has been forced to reveal his sexuality by the show’s fans. November 1, 2022 4:45 PM EDT. After feeling. In October, Connor made a brief. This week, Heartstopper star Kit Connor came out as bisexual on social media. (CNN) -- The pressure for 18-year-old actor Kit Connor to come out had been building on social media for months. By Chantal Da Silva "Heartstopper" star Kit Connor came out as bisexual Monday, saying he felt forced to share his sexual orientation after he was accused of queerbaiting by viewers of the. More. Lots of long lingering looks, etc. He is known for his lead role as Charlie Spring in the Netflix teen series Heartstopper (2022), for which he received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Performance at the Children's and Family Emmy Awards. bye — Kit Connor (@kit_connor) October 31, 2022 "Twitter is so funny man. As a bi guy I feel so upset knowing Kit Connor felt forced to come out after so many queer-baiting accusations made towards him that were quite frankly full of bi-erasure. Published Oct. Bye. “Y’all forced Rita Ora and Kit Connor to come out as bi when they should've done it on their own terms,” someone else wrote, referring to actor Kit Connor, who was more recently pressured to come out as bisexual after being accused of queerbaiting. Kit Connor came out as bisexual in an October 2022 Twitter post in which the “Heartstopper” breakout wrote, “Back for a minute. What was Kit Connor's experience with coming out? "Heartstopper" was a breakout hit when it premiered in 2022. 2M views. "By Variety. As a matter of fact, many people supported the London-born star. His costar Joe Locke and others have since supported him. Nov. Joseph William Locke grew up in Douglas, Isle of. I’m bi. Based on Alice Oseman’s graphic novels of the same name, “Heartstopper” tells the endearing love story of Charlie Spring (Joe Locke) and Nicholas “Nick” Nelson (Kit Connor), two teens at. Anyone familiar with Kit Connor's public coming out story will see parallels between the actor's real-life experience and that of his 'Hearstopper' character Nick in Season 2. Related: Young Royals cast share support for Heartstopper's Kit Connor after coming out. The 18-year-old returned to Twitter after a seven-week hiatus to make the announcement after. Heartstopper actress Olivia Colman has responded to co-star Kit Connor being pressured into coming out as bisexual. Starring Kit Connor and Joe Locke, the coming–of–age romantic comedy drama follows Charlie and Nick, who meet at secondary school and quickly discover that their unlikely friendship is blossoming into an unexpected romance. Emily Bashforth Saturday 29 Jul 2023 8:42 pm. Heartstopper star Kit Connor is reflecting on his decision to come out as bisexual via social media amid looming pressure from the Netflix series' fans last year. Nick tries to come out to some of his teammates at a bonfire party after exams. December 17 2022 7:54 AM EST. In the wake of its success, attention turned to the stars' personal lives. The actor. Fans of and the creator behind Netflix series “ Heartstopper ” are rallying around series star Kit Connor after the actor shared that he was “forced” to come out as bisexual. The 18-year-old actor took to Twitter on Halloween to reveal his sexuality. Kit Connor came out as bisexual in an October 2022 Twitter post in which the “ Heartstopper ” breakout wrote, “Back for a minute. And to the people that bullied him into doing this, I hope your pillow is warm on both sides and that you step on a million legos. By Andy Swift. Kit Connor Joe Locke William Gao Yasmin Finney Corinna Brown Kizzy Edgell Tobie Donovan Jenny Walser Leila Khan Rhea Norwood Sebastian Croft Cormac Hyde-Corrin Chetna Pandya Fisayo. “That one. I'm glad that Oseman and Kit's costars posted in support of him. Lowenna Waters | Nuray Bulbul November 1, 2022. (CNN) -- The pressure for 18-year-old actor Kit Connor to come out had been building on social media for months. October 31, 2022. On Oct. Connor tweeted this week that some. Heartstopper's Kit Connor says he was 'forced' to come out as bisexual - BBC News. July 05 2023 1:21 PM EST. Anyone familiar with Kit Connor's public coming out story will see parallels between the actor's real-life experience and that of his 'Hearstopper' character Nick in Season 2. While he was obviously disappointed that he had to come out in this way, he received love and support from all his co-stars and fans. 11:30 PM · Oct 31, 2022. Related: Fans Rally Around Heartstopper Star Kit Connor as He Comes Out as Bisexual Conclusion Kit Connor is a truly gifted actor. Early on Watson moves in with Sherlock and then they suddenly spend a lot of time together in intense and emotional situations. Unfortunately, the fixation on Taylor Zakhar Perez’s sexuality. Heartstopper star Kit Connor. However, the online trolls and incessant speculations forced him to do so. Jade Thirlwall and Luke Evans were among the stars to rally around Heartstopper's Kit Connor after he was 'forced' to come out amid 'queer-baiting' accusations. connor “Back for a minute. Kit Connor has officially won his first Emmy for his performance as Nick Nelson in Netflix's popular romantic teen series Heartstopper. Joe Locke Supports Kit Connor Coming Out: "Proud of Him Controlling the Narrative". 3. 1. In his own time. Kit Connor, who stars in the Netflix hit show Heartstopper, came out as bisexual on Monday. At the time, Connor broke his own retreat from social media to come out to his many followers. Kit Connor, the 18-year-old English actor known for his role as Nick Nelson in the Netflix series Heartstopper, came out as bisexual on Twitter on Monday evening. The second season of Netflix's award-winning series starring Kit Connor and Joe Locke debuts on Aug. 31, 18-year-old actor. Heartstopper star Kit Connor has suggested that his coming out tweet was "a bit rash", before revealing the support he received from his co-stars the next day. Then, of course, we come to the final scene of season 2, between Nick and Charlie, “one of the most heartbreaking and beautiful scenes that Alice has ever written,” Connor says. Heartstopper ( Trái Tim Ngừng. By Shaun Wren. Kit Connor's role as Nick Nelson on Heartstopper bears a striking resemblance to the actor's real life, especially with regard to his coming out story. I’m bi. December 12 2022 3:21 PM EST. Kit Connor, the star of Netflix’s beloved gay romance Heartstopper, has opened up about the drama surrounding his forced outing last year. Kit Connor and Alice Oseman. However, this was not the case with actor Kit Connor. Kit Connor attends a dinner hosted by Finch & Partners for the launch of Paramount+ UK at Chiltern Firehouse on June 21, 2022 in London, England. He is portrayed by Kit Connor. The 18-year-old, who starred as rugby player Nick Nelson in the gay coming-of-age drama, made the announcement in his first post on Twitter in seven weeks. Just stop. Kit Connor Wasn’t Ready The star of Netflix’s teen rom-com Heartstopper was forced to come out by fans. Kit Connor for British Vogue (Image: Alasdair McLellan) Heartstopper ‘s Kit Connor has opened up about coming out as bisexual, an experience he has described as “empowering. The same goes for Joe Locke, with both keeping their. The 18-year-old star of the hit Netflix series Heartstopper has condemned those who he says have “forced” him to publicly. Our. Connor became a breakout star after starring in the hit series as Nick Nelson, a teenage boy who discovers they are bisexual and has a difficult time coming. "i think some of you missed the point of the show. Heatstopper's Alice Oseman On Fans Who Forced Kit Connor To Come Out › 'Heartstopper' Season 2 First-Look Pics, Plot Details & Premiere Date › 10 Reasons You Should Bring Your Parents To Pride ›Heartstopper actor Joe Locke has sent a message of support to Kit Connor after he was “forced” to come out as bisexual. When did Kit Connor come out? In October 2022, six months after the release of Heartstopper, Kit made a brief return to Twitter to come out as bisexual. Des journaux britanniques dénoncent dans nos sociétés l’essor d’une mentalité rétrograde, qui voudrait qu’il y ait de bonnes et de mauvaises façons d’être queer. November 1, 2022 4:45 PM EDT. Teddy Cavendish—Netflix For Oseman, who also writes and co-executive produces the show, the inclusion of. Kit Connor said his bisexuality led Heartstopper fans to “force” him to come out publicly before he was ready. Heartstopper star Kit Connor opened up in a new interview with British Vogue about his very unconventional coming-out experience. (Getty Images) Kit Connor, the 18-year-old star of Netflix's Heartstopper, has come out as bisexual after pressure from fans. I’m sorry you’ve been put through. " November 02 2022 9:10 AM EST. December 12 2022 3:21 PM EST. At the time, people speculated that Connor had left the app because a video of himself. Connor tweeted: "back for a minute. The 18-year-old, who portrays the role of Nick Nelson in the Netflix teen drama, took to Twitter to say that he was back for a minute. Kit Connor then congratulated everyone for forcing an 18-year-old to. A snapshot of Kit Connor. Heartstopper fans have taken to Twitter in support of one of the show’s stars Kit Connor, who came out as bisexual on the social media platform on. He appeared in the films Get Santa (2014), Rocketman. After feeling extremely pressured. Kit Connor came out as bisexual after being “forced” to confirm his sexuality. By Armando Tinoco. Heartstopper, which premiered on Netflix on April 22, 2022, is. back for a minute. Heartstopper’s Kit Connor Slams Viewers for ‘Forcing’ Him to Come Out as Bisexual: ‘Some of You Missed the Point of the Show’. MONDAY 9:30 AM JULY 3, 2023 LONDON. Kit Connor's coming out tweet should have been a happy occasion, but now it became a sad and hurtful moment. Mike Bedigan, PA Los Angeles Correspondent. i’m bi. Kit Connor, the star of Netflix’s “ Heartstopper ,” came out as bisexual Monday in a tweet. Kit Connor came out as bisexual in 2022. The actor shot to fame as Nick Nelson in the LGBTQ+ Netflix. Congrats for forcing an 18 year old to out himself. Kit biggest role to date would come in 2021,. Heartstopper star Kit Connor recently went on Twitter and stated that he has been forced to come out as bisexual. Kit Connor wants to see more bisexuals in media. Olivia Colman has staunchly defended her Heartstopper co-star Kit Connor after he was made to feel ‘forced’ to come out as bisexual, calling out the ‘bullies’ who targeted him. Opinion: The recent outing of actor Kit Connor is part of a disturbing trend in which public figures are coerced to come out due to campaigns of online harassment. Based on Alice Oseman’s graphic novels of the same name, “Heartstopper” tells the endearing love story of Charlie Spring (Joe Locke) and Nicholas “Nick” Nelson (Kit Connor), two teens at. The Heartstopper star didn't face the same speculation about his sexuality that his costar Kit Connor did after starring in the Netflix hit. Heartstopper star Kit Connor has opened up about how he felt after fan pressure led him to come out as bisexual. Actor Kit Connor, who plays one of the lead characters, Nick Nelson, in Netflix’s hit coming-of-age dramedy Heartstopper, has been forced to reveal his sexuality by the show’s fans. After feeling. Kit Connor and Joe Locke sat on a plump bordello-red couch at the Manhattan headquarters of Netflix. Connor plays the part of Nick Nelson in. When Netflix's gay coming-of-age love story Heartstopper dropped on. Heartstopper actor Kit Connor says he was "forced" to come out as bisexual amid accusations of " queerbaiting " after his star-making role on the hit Netflix series. Kit Connor will trade in stopping hearts for ensuring that they keep beating as Deadline reveals that the actor has been tapped to star in the horror thriller One Of Us. On Oct. Heartstopper's Kit Connor, 18, is 'forced' to publicly come out as bisexual after being accused of 'queer-baiting'. “People have assumed and written it," he told Teen. congrats for forcing an 18 year old to out himself," he tweeted on Monday. By Charlie Mason. In it, we will be introduced to more of Nelson's family, including his homophobic. Heartstopper actor Kit Connor has called for fans to stop speculating online about his sexuality following his breakout role in the Netflix romantic. Kit Connor and Rebel Wilson have both recently been pressured to come out. "i’m bi. Kit Connor. The. congrats for forcing an 18 year old to out himself," he. Connor, 19, recalled having his body. In September, the actor posted to Twitter to say that it was a “silly silly app,” that he was “bored of it,” and that he’d be deleting it. “Back for a minute. “Heartstopper was the first thing to make me feel safe and accepted as a bisexual person, and seeing that hstwt bullied Kit Connor into coming out is absolutely gut-wrenching,” one fan said. How helpful was having her as a scene partner? CONNOR The funny thing about it is we had only. In October, Connor made a brief. Now, courtesy of Netflix’s breakthrough queer sensation Heartstopper, they are reckoning with suddenly being stop-you-in. Lee Pace isn't here for fans and media who demand that actors come out, and he isn't afraid to say it. Netflix. English actor Kit Connor has revealed that he was "forced" to come out as bisexual after people accused him of queerbaiting. It came out just two weeks ago, and fans can’t stop talking about it, especially one scene in particular. On Tuesday (1 November), the 18-year-old actor revealed that he’s bisexual. CNN —. Heartstopper stars Kit Connor, Joe Locke talk chemistry reads and potential season 2. i think some of you missed the point of the show. congrats for forcing an 18 year old. Heartstopper actor Kit Connor has announced he is bisexual and suggested on social media that he was “forced” to come out in public. Kit Connor, left, as Nick Nelson and Joe Locke as Charlie Spring in Heartstopper. By Alastair James. Kit Connor was forced to come out as bisexual after numerous netizens pressured him on his sexuality and bullied him for playing a queer character in Netflix's hit LGBT series, "Heartstopper. Heartstopper star Kit Connor has revealed on Twitter that he is bisexual - but suggested he only. ”. Heartstopper ‘s Kit Connor Comes Out as Bisexual, Says He Was Forced by Misguided Fans of the Netflix Series. uk. Benett/Warner Bros. "i think some of you missed the point of the show. stupid shit to the point of one of them having to deactivate his twitter and now after. ‘Heartstopper’ Star Kit Connor Admits He Wanted to Come Out. Height: 5’11” ft. . Nov. Opinion by Allison Hope, CNN The pressure for 18-year-old actor Kit Connor to come out had been building on social media for months. Heartstopper star Kit Connor claims he has had to come out as bisexual after being accused of queerbaiting. Joseph William Locke, known as Joe Locke, is a Manx actor. Kit Connor has opened up about his coming out last year. Openly queer Labour MP Nadia Whittome added: “Being forced to come out is being outed, and it’s disgusting. The Heartstopper star is now receiving the support. The pressure for 18-year-old actor Kit Connor to come out had been building on social media for months. Yeah I grew up in the 80s and 90s so coming out is not an easy thing for me and I still choose not to come out openly to everyone because I still feel it's a dangerous thing to do in this world at this time. EXCLUSIVE: Emmy winner Kit Connor ( Heartstopper) has been set to lead feature mystery-horror One Of Us, which will begin filming in Belfast. ” As teenage dreams. In this op-ed, writer K-Ci Williams explores Heartstopper star Kit Connor’s recent tweet coming out as bisexual and how queerbaiting discourse can be a weapon to out people. 15 EDT. Kit Connor being forced to come out as bisexual makes me so incredibly sad. Listen to article. After Kit faced queerbaiting accusations online, he took to Twitter to come out before deleting his account entirely. Kit Connor said his bisexuality led Heartstopper fans to “force” him to come out publicly before he was ready. — Oso (@Grande_0so) November 1, 2022.