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Grant Coulson, of MTV’s Geordie Shore fame, just came out in an interview with The Sun, revealing he’s found the man he wants to marry.
“For years, I hid the real me and now I am finally happy, I feel like everyone needs to know the real me,” he told the outlet. “I feel like I have been hiding myself for such a long period of time, [it’s] just a bit of weight lifted off my shoulders.”
For those unfamiliar with Geordie Shore, the raunchy reality show is basically Jersey Shore, but make it British. During his tenure through 2018, Coulson was known for hooking up with ladies (at least 30, by his estimates) and getting mortal –– British slang for “extremely intoxicated.”
Although Coulson realized he was queer during his Geordie days, he only recently felt comfortable telling the world. “I have known for years but more people are open to it now,” he explained. “It’s not the 1800s, no one’s really bothered anymore.”
Still, the series’ toxic masc energy meant he unfortunately had to fit an archetype of “the kind of people they wanted on the show” –– even as he came to terms with his sexuality.
“I didn’t want anyone to know back then because I felt like it would have ruined the opportunity,” he admitted. “It was a bit like you were in a character because on Geordie Shore, you are around these alpha males who go out every night, pulling lasses basically.”
The pressure of fitting the hunky and hetero stereotype caught up with him. After his time on the show ended, Coulson revealed he was hospitalized and put on anxiety medication.
After meeting his boyfriend Scott, the 31-year-old was inspired to not only accept himself, but share his truth with the world.
“I 100% I wouldn’t be talking about [my sexuality without Scott], it’s only because I have found someone I am comfortable with, who is exactly the same as me,” Coulson said.
The two have even moved in together and gotten a dog named Hugo. Call it puppy love!
Although Coulson told a few of his Geordie Shore co-stars (including onscreen hookup Chloe Ferry), the interview marked the first time his extended family heard the news.
“I wanted [my family] to find out without physically saying the words, ‘I’m gay,'” he explained. “I wanted them to find out I am now with a boy, and this is who I am.”
And despite finding fame in the macho, unscripted arena, Coulson told the Mirror that fans are reacting positively. “A lot of lads in the same position have been reaching out for advice, they’ve said it’s inspiring,” he added.
As for the future, Coulson already hears wedding bells with Scott. “I feel like he is the one, I have definitely settled down,” he said. “I hope marriage is on the cards.”
Check out more pics of the hunky Geordie Shore star below.
Donston
We all know that so many of these “reality stars” will say and do practically anything for validation, clout, opportunities. And just based on the article that pop up when you google his name, he gives extreme douche-y and narcissistic energy. But this another example that appearing “hyper hetero” or hooking up with a bunch of women doesn’t equate to being “straight” or heterosexual or even hetero-leaning when it comes to the sexual, affection, romantic, emotion, commitment spectrum.
Darson
Ring Ring Ring. Hello, it’s porn calling!
PapaBearPgh
So.
wade.l
total scum bag
nm4047
I didn’t think this clown needed to get anymore publicity thru this site than he has already received from just taking his top off. Now he’s given a full spread on his latest attention seeking. Who the f*#k cares.
johncp56
its popular these days to say gay or bi so I do not know who he is but by the comments lol not good, but he does look cumable
Donston
Well, that’s partly because A LOT of people have queer dimensions/are in the gender, sexual, affection, romantic, emotion, commitment spectrum. And a lot more men are being real about questioning, fluidity, contradictions, having some hetero attractions or enjoyment but still not being overall hetero-leaning. This idea that regular, degular “straightness” is the vast majority is becoming more dated and seeming less legit.
I doubt he’s completely BS-ing because he does give queer energy in photos and interviews and there are intimate pictures of him with this other dude going back for months. However, if you’re willing to exploit and manipulate cis women for sex, profit, ego, reputation, or whatever- there’s nothing that says you won’t do the same with “gays”. Also, everything written about this guy makes him look like a top tier douche.
Donston
But also yes, “coming out” or fueling gay rumors is becoming the most basic way to get some attention, whether that person’s queerdom is legit or not. It’s almost more tacky to me when legit “queers” do it.
charlietex
He has gay face. He could tell me he slept with 1,000 women, and I’d still say gay based on the face
bachy
aka British-face.
Donston
He apparently has had a nose job and some filler. I’m sure that contributes to this “look”.
bachy
The so-called “boyfriend” looks like he’s being held hostage via a remote-controlled glycerin suppository bomb set to detonate in his rectum.
Man About Town
He really does; he looks terrified! And asking himself “Uh-oh, what have I gotten myself into?”
abfab
LOL….and he’s LOVING it.
Jim
Somebody is a media whore!
cynicalsteve
**yawn** thank you, next…
abfab
So they have Guidos in the UK. Put your shirt on.
abfab
They both look like an ad for the wax museum.
frapachino
Ugh looks like someone threw up on his chest and arm!
abfab
Bedding.
Peter
I laugh when I read about people like him labeled “stars.” Bette Davis was a star; Paul Newman was a star; Elizabeth Taylor was a star. He’s a tatted-up nobody, a celebrity on his best day.
abfab
To be fair to the dude (LOL)…it clearly reads ”reality star” which in reality equates to an asshole with no abilities period. xo
Have you seen the Paul Newman docu-series The Last Movie Star? Terrific!
synopsis
A celebration of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward’s iconic careers and decades-long partnership. Director Ethan Hawke brings life and color to this definitive history of their love, lives, and philanthropy.
Currently you are able to watch “The Last Movie Stars” streaming on Max Amazon Channel, Max.
Terrycloth
While your at work he’s banging the woman next door.he definitely loves the VA Jay Jay more. Count on it.
Don’t expect this boyfriend relationship to last