DeGeneres pushed for screenwriters to create a story about her homosexuality but was denied, causing the end of the series. Starting out as a stand-up comedienne in small clubs in the early 1980s, Ellen DeGeneres’ brand of comedy earned her a television series simply named “Ellen” in the early 90s. Here are some famous Hollywood names and how they came out in the industry: 1. While some celebrities tiptoe around the topic of their sexuality, there are others who’ve done away with the dark, stuffy closets and outed themselves as loud and proud members of the LGBTQ+ community.
