Wentworth miller is he a gay

Prison Break star Wentworth Miller has declined an invitation to the St. Petersburg International Film Festival, saying that as a gay man he disapproves of the Russian government's crackdown on homosexuals. Miller had been invited to appear as a guest of honor at the festival.

The actor, 41, whose sexual orientation has been the subject of speculation in the pastcame out in a letter he sent on Wednesday to festival organizers. Wentworth's letter, which is posted on GLAAD's websitethanks festival organizers for an invitation but states "I am deeply troubled by the current attitude toward and treatment of gay men and women by the Russian government.

Miller's announcement comes amid international condemnation of Russia's recent crackdown on homosexuals. Stringent new laws prescribe fines for people accused of spreading "propaganda of non-traditional sexual relations" to minors. Gay pride rallies are banned, as is the adoption of Russian-born children by same-sex couples.

And foreign visitors suspected of being gay can now be detained for up to 15 dayswhich has raised concerns worldwide as Russia prepares to host the Winter Olympics. Wentworth Miller reveals that he's gay. Show Caption. Hide Caption. Wentworth Miller, Lucas Cruickshank come out.

Wentworth Miller Comes Out as Gay in Letter Slamming Russia’s LGBT Crackdown

The 'Prison Break' star came out in a letter, while the Nickelodeon teen made the announcement on YouTube. Facebook Twitter Email. Share your feedback to help improve our site!