A chance meeting during World Pride last week became a life-changing moment for Army Specialist Brion Houston when he came out on live television.
The Vermont resident stopped by to chat with ABC News during the historic celebration and gave the network an unexpected exclusive as he referred to the event as “My first WorldPride and first Pride ever.”
The interviewer then asked if he was out in the military. Houtson’s response: “I’m not yet, but now I am, so congrats.”
He continued, “This is my coming out. On the 50th anniversary of Stonewall, there’s no better time to be out in the military than right now.”
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His revelation drew thundering cheers from the crowd. Houston went on to thank the police for crowd control and their protection during the event.
We sure hope he got some phone numbers that day.
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Army specialist comes out to the military during #PRIDE on @ABCNewsLive: "This is my coming out… There's no better time to be out in the military than right now."
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Kangol2
Such a wonderful moment! World Pride 2019 was FAB! Thank you for your service, Spec. Houston!
James Hart
I’m glad he thanked the cops.
Kangol2
Yep, the same group that attacked LGBTQ people at Stonewall and other bars, and continue to harass LGBTQ people, people of color, the poor, etc. GAG!
LostMyClothesAgain
Sexxxxxxy man!