He might want to stop spending so much time at The Abbey.

Not that most or all gays are not masculine, but someone as effeminate as Stephens (off camera) should just accept that people assume he is gay, accurate or not.

Gay, gay, gay!!!

I'm not an actor, but what's wrong with always playing characters who are gay? You never hear het actors complaining about playing straight characters all the time. He can play different characters, but what's wrong with those characters being homosexual?

Stephens playing a straight role convincingly would be Academy Award level acting. But, who knows? He just might pull it off. I liked Noah's Ark and like Stephens, but as my black friends say, "there's a lot of sugar in that tank".

Chil' Please!
You done did the work, now live with it.
Divine was able to play straight on "Married with Children." RuPaul did a few roles as a straight male. Dosen't seem to be hurting that man, what's his name, yeah, that guy Rosie O'Donnell or his friend Ellen Degeneres. Keep it Real!
Holla!
B!

now that the gay community has made him famous, he's going to turn his back on us. he must be gay.

Challenging yourself as an actor and being willing to take on all roles that come is not a bad thing. he wants to continue to grow and get better at his craft. I think he should be celebrated He's groudbreaking. And who cares if he's gay or not he's a great actor thats all that should matter.

Darryl Stephens is an actor. Deal with it! Why judge? Grow up, people. Grow the hell up!

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WHAT THE DE-GAGA! ARE YOU PEOPLE SLOW??? HE DIDN’T SAY HE WAS NEVER GOING TO PLAY ANOTHER GAY CHARACTER... ALL HE IS SAYING IS HE WANT TO PLAY A DIFFERENT CHARACTER! MY GOD PEOPLE LET THE MAN DO WHAT HE WANT WITH HIS CAREER, D@M. IF YOU DON’T LIKE DON’T WATCH IT. IT'S JUST THAT SIMPLE. I THINK HE WOULD DO A GREAT JOB PLAYING ANY CHARACTER GAY, STRAIGHT, BI, COCK-EYED, PIGEON TOED..... YOU GET THE POINT! LET THE MAN LIVE ((HIS LIFE)) AND GET ((YOUR OWN))!!! DO YOU DARRYL YOUR TRUE AN WILL HAVE YOUR BACK NO MATTER WHAT YOU DO...... KISS!

SORRY FOR THE MISSPELLED WORD!!! "DO YOU DARRYL, YOUR TRUE FANS WILL HAVE YOUR BACK NO MATTER WHAT YOU DO...... KISS!"

actors tend to get pigeonholed. good for him for trying to break out early in his career. RuPaul and Divine only got to play straight after they got stunt-casted into their roles.

I can't even get into a fucking casting room unless I have duct tape between my legs even with a litany of credits. I'm on Daryll's side. I'm not as famous as he is and I have a stalker so i don't know why there's issue taken with his relating to Brangelina.

Build it up to tear it down, huh? I love that he's not playing by the supposed protocol of what someone who's assumed to be gay and playing a gay character should do.

"We defy augury. There is special providence in the fall of a sparrow."

There were rumors the author of that was a fag too. We should exhume him, Liberace and Paul Lynde and prop em up and try and get an opinion on this outta them.

There is nothing wrong with him stepping out of his comfort zone. That's the only way you'll progress. When people get caught up in seeing you in the same roles all the day, you've totally limited yourself to be type casted. I say "Bravo" that he is ready and willing to expand his talent.

Maybe Darryl's just trying to be more verastile

I all for people deciding on what personal information they choose to share (or not). However, when new actors play roles like the ones Stephens chooses, it's going to be a question that gets asked repeatedly.

I encourage him to stretch himself with a variety of roles. But let's get serious; avoiding the gay question when the answer is obvious is kinda silly. Some gays can "pass"; some can't.

He may want to note that Sean Hayes and Nathan Lane haven't made gay declarations and still haven't skyrocketed into straightdom after their famous gay roles.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with Darryl playing different character roles. How can he grow as an actor? I support him 100%, and do know that you will be seeing more of him because he is a bonafide actor.

d. u can't make everybody happy. so i say make ur self happy.do what ever the hell u want to do that makes u happy. i would love to see u in other role's,because i want to see u blow up all over the big screen,and where i live i don't get to see much of ur work ,do ur thang baby boi, and do it well.i'm guessing this blogger needed somebody to make some comments or read his shit,so he went where he knew he would get his name out there .to the biggest star of the day. (mr. stephen).peace love always faye

>>>actors tend to get pigeonholed.

Yes, I'm sure he's been corn,...I mean, pigeonholed.

John, I see you drank your "haterade" this morning.

It ain't none of your fucking business what he is or what he's not. Darryl is a actor. Brad and Angelina can't hold a candle to him. Those motherfuckers are crazy. I don't know why you chose to slam Darryl, but u have fucked with the wrong person. He has a loyal fan base, gay, straight, pink and blue. Stay out of his business and try to find something in your life you might be satisfied with. Maybe you just needed some hits on your blog to lkeep this bithch afloat. Well, you will probably get them, but you might not like them. Had you knot said what you said about Darryl, I wouldn't have never came to this damn site.

The blogs here prove exactly Stephens point. Indeed, because we see folks in certain spaces, we associate them with those spaces. For instance, someone mentioned seeing him at the Abbey. Would it not be hypocritical for an actor who plays gay roles to not associate with gay poeple. Secondly, everyone (actor or no actor) has the option to selct the roles tehy wish to play. While Stephens did not say eh wouldn't play gay roles, he is admitting that he wants other challenges. tehre is nothing wrong with that.

I am behind anything that Darryl does. I agree that his true fans will always have his back and support him in his future endeavors. I for one agree that he should expand his horizons as far as the roles he takes. Studios need to know that he can do many things. Darryl, do the damn thing, we love you.

I say bravo to D! An actor...that's exactly what he is. He acts and entertains...allow him to do so. That means portraying different roles and telling different stories. Allow him to do.

The jealous are troublesome to others, but a torment to themselves.
William Penn, Some Fruits of Solitude, 1693

Darryl Stephens is an amazing, beautiful and brilliant actor. Jealous people shouldn't try to place him in a box. (yeah, i said box ;) He has tremendous wings, let him fly! The gay community should be proud of the work that he has done and want him to shine. Would we tell an artist, " your best works have been in blues, that is the only color you should work in." ? Our society has gotten so caught up in gossip and other people's business that they have lost all perspective. We are the viewing public, we are here to view the work. The artist has a choice on the work, and we have the choice to participate, not dictate. Darryl Stephens is an exquisite representation of himself. We should all be so blessed. And by the by, blogging is not journalism.

Hmmmm...in addition to avoiding the Abbey, sistah D should also stop working out at the WeHo Crunch, the gayest gym in all of LaLa Land.

Cut the guy some slack for God's sake. He's worried about being typecast - which based on the bitchiness on this board is a fair worry.

He's an actor which means he wants to ACT. Typically this means playing DIFFERENT characters - not the same one over and over.

Darryl Stephens is truly a caring and loving soul. Other peoples' feelings mean something to him. So why anyone would choose to attack him or his work is beyond reason. He is a very talented actor and would be great in any role he decided to pursue. Why should he limit his self. I would love to see him take on new roles and grow as an actor. As far as his personal life goes it should be just that personal(NO BODIES BUSINESS)! As a True Friend and Fan of Mr. Stephens I say "BACK OFF!!" Find some other way to get attention. By the way I love the people who know so much about the places Darryl chooses to hang out. Why are they there?

Dottie says:

Darryl continue to do you. You have every right to take your career in any direction you choose. You have a huge fanbase and we know you will be extremely successful in any role you play. WHY? Because you're an awesome and talented actor. Don't let these HATERS get you down no matter what they say. Isn't it strange all this negative bullshit started after Boy Culture 's opening weekend was wildly successful, sold out, and received rave reviews? I say the haters just can't stand your success. It wasn't only the gay community that made you a success. You have a very diverse fan base. Heteros, homos, bi, FEMALES, males, blacks, whites, Asians, Jews, etc. Just know that your true fans will always love and appreciate you and will support you in everything you do. Don't worry baby, we got your back. As for the haters who choose to dwell on whether or not D is gay, who gives a damn. You people need to get a life and get the hell out of Darryl's.

Preach Dottie, Preach. Always keep your private life private Darryl To this day Oprah regrets ever having talked about her significant other on her show. Wait did I just compare you to Oprah, Wow. With that said.... I was hoping to catch a peep of your moms at the premiere of BC....wondering what side of the family you got that pretty hair from....wait that's none of my business......I'll shut up. Luv you Darryl.

Who or what the hell has infected this site?

John, from where I sit, Darryl haters have tried to infect this site. But that's not going to happen as long as his fans have his back. You can best believe we will always have Darryl's back. Please know that you HATERS can say any cruel and vicious thing about Darryl Stephens you please but his fans will always love and respect him. WHY? Because he's a beautiful, down to earth person and a great actor. We don't give a damn about his personal life just as you shouldn't. So deal with it.

Evidently, he posted a blog complaining about being critcized on his site, so his folks have come out to support.

I like Darryl's work. My only issue is that ONLY gay actors seem to be about the business of concealing their sexuality. Who cares? If someone asks you whether you're gay tell the truth. Be proud. You're an actor who should be ACT-ting regardless.

For, him to say that he's not interested in gay roles for the time being is certainly his choice. However, it's limiting to insinuate that he's played ALL kinds of gay. There's no diversity in the roles he's played. None of his prominent queer roles have been particularly challenging. He has yet to disappear into a character (and that is likely due to the weak material and talent he's working with). If a "gay" role comes along that allows him to prove he has range, I'd suggest that he consider that over trying to play "straight." Like that's the holy grail.

I like Darryl and his work. I don't think he meant to be insensitive, but I, also, think that he should accept that he was. He's reinscribing the same sort of harmful value assignments (gay is limiting, straight is liberating) that continue to effect the self-esteem of gay--and particulaly gay black--youth. This whole "I won't say whether I'm gay or not, smacks of THE DOWNLOW syndrome." It's so old and sad. Especially when he has an opportunity to be a role model. The fact is, it's not just about "him" anymore. His voice reverberates. Say what you like, but expect dissent. It's a beautiful thing.

First of all Jeremiah, Darryl was not complaining about this damn blog. What he did was let us know what happened and how he felt about it, which is something he does quite often with his myspace page. His blogs are a direct communication from him to us.

What is so fucking funny about all of this, is that had anybody with any sense had done some research on Darryl, his sexuality would have not been a question. It's obvious this was a quick dumbass thought in a fucked up as person's mind.

Darryl is my friend and I know him personally. You people no nothing about him and who said he has to be a fucking role model for anybody? You!!! Who are you??? You be the role model you think this world so desperately needs. As far as the gay roles he has taken. I'm not a movie executive, but I know a lot of gay roles aren't out there to be taken. Plus, gay movies are so limited. Theatres won't purchase them, and you might find one theatre in each city that may show a gay movie.

Darryl doesn't have to limit himself and he definitely doesn't need to feel bad about HIS choices for his life. I don't fuckin care if you or any other person does or does not like him or his acting. All I can say is I will be there for every minute of everything he chooses to do.

I know nothing about you, but somehow I know I don't like you!!

girl, why you screamin?

You tell him Valerie. Jeremiah, who says Darryl is concealing his sexuality? What he said is that at this in his career, he doesn't think it's productive or necessary to discuss his personal life. I agree with him 100%. Personally, I think the media is far too intrusive and disrespectful about the privacy of young African American actors. Much more so than with young white actors. You ask who cares about Darryl's sexuality? Obviously, you and alot of others care that he's not waving a banner declaring: "Hey Everybody I'm Gay." Darryl is being enough of a role model by never being arrested for drunk driving and by not being arrested for using and/or selling illegal drugs. The sad thing that you don't seem to realize is that IT IS JUST ABOUT DARRYL. It's about His life, His career, and His right to explore and pursue whatever roles for his career growth that he chooses. If Darryl doesn't take responsibility for his own growth and development as an actor, just who the hell will? Certainly not you and the other haters.

"Darryl is being enough of a role model by never being arrested for drunk driving and by not being arrested for using and/or selling illegal drugs."

Is the bar that low?

I can understand that the gay community wants a "role model" but ultimately this is Darryl's life. He is not on the DOWNLOW! He just does not discuss his sexuality with the media...Everyone in his PERSONAL life know his orientation. I just don't understand. Why is it okay for a straight actor to play a gay role (they are even applauded for it) yet you are giving Darryl grief for wanting to play a straight role. By they way, he did not say he would never play another gay role...just not for a while. I am sure that if a wonderful role came about and the character happened to be gay Darryl would jump at the chance to play that part. I admit I don't know much about the entertainment industry but I do recognize that studios are looking for actors who can transform. Darryl needs to expand his horizons and I love that he is honest enough to say so.

Look fuck all ya'll haters out there. Ya'll just hating cuz ya'll can't do what Darryl can do. Why don't ya'll just leave that ma nand his personal life alone. Ya''ll life can't be that boring to the point where ya'll gotta put other people and what they do in they life down. To bust all ya'll bubbles who think Darryl really cared about what the fuck ya'll say about him, he really don't. LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL, oh lord i can't stop laughing Ya'll dumbasses really thought he cared, LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL. Ok let me go. Y'all haters get a a fucking life.

::looks around:: has the ghetto train left yet?

Once again someone drunk their "haterade" this morning.

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John,

In answer to your question about "who" or "what" has infected this site, Well uh....YOU have.

This would matter if he would be able to get a job on something else.

...which he isn't.

Darryl, what the hell happened here? These dudes need to chill the fuck out - this is so gay