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Needless to say, the stakes were even higher for an Idol contestant to stay in the closet back when Verraros became a finalist in season one. Tour." When "Rollercoaster" came out in. Sign up today for our free newsletter.

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The first-ever season of American Idol aired between June and September of Among the top 10 finalists of the season were eventual winner Kelly Clarkson, Justin Guarini, Tamyra Gray, as well as Jim Verraros, who was hiding at the time that he happened to be gay.

David Archuleta has discussed coming out as gay to his family in a recent Instagram post.

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Search form Search. Christian Blake. This page is for any contestants who have identified as LGBTQ+ in any way. I came up publicly when I was 19, so it was right before my career really had a chance to take off. Christian Blake When asked if American Idol producers issued any instructions, directives, or suggestions that he should hide his sexuality, Verraros explains that the climate surrounding the show ended up shaping his experiences more than anything that was happening on set.

Email Newsletter Subscribe Subscriber Services. Oh my Oz! Here's all the tea October 09 AM. Go Ask Alex: I hired a gay escort and fell in love. Be sure to follow Out on your favorite social platform. In lateJim Verraros became the first "American Idol" finalist to come out as gay when he publicly shared his sexuality on the "American Idols LIVE!

Lukas Gage reveals how a shirtless scene cost him 'Mad Men' job 23h. When asked if American Idol producers issued any instructions, directives, or suggestions that he should hide his sexuality, Verraros explains that the climate surrounding the show ended up shaping his experiences more than anything that was happening on set.

But all of those contestants had to hide who they really were in order to stand a chance in the competition. He is not the first "American Idol" contestant to discuss struggling with his sexuality. Watch Now: Pride Today.