Coming Out: 50-Plus Gay Athletes Who Have Broken Boundaries
Esera Tuaolo
In one of the most memorable episodes of HBO’s “Real Sports,” the American former professional football player Esera Tuaolo came out as a gay man. While he was criticized by fellow former football player Garrison Hearst at the time, Hearts has since apologized for his hurtful comments.
In addition to being one of the few NFL superstars who came out as gay, Tuaolo is also one of the most talented singers who’s ever graced the league. He sings the anthem routinely in sports events, including the 2006 Gay Games.
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