Gus Kenworthy Details Miley Cyrus Dating Rumors Before Coming Out

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Heated Rivalry kept racing through Gus Kenworthy‘s head. 

Over ten years after publicly coming out as gay, the Olympic freeskier shared how a recent hockey-themed romance film resonated with his own experiences. He specifically noted a storyline involving a brief romantic connection that brought to mind past rumors linking him to Miley Cyrus.

In a recent interview with The New Yorker, Gus said he’d never seen a character on screen so accurately reflect his own experiences. He also revealed he was previously in a hidden relationship, filled with secret dates and encounters.

In the series Heated Rivalry, Shane Hollander, played by Hudson Williams, begins a very public relationship with actress Rose Landry (Sophie Nélisse) while also exploring his own sexuality and continuing a long-term, casual relationship with teammate Ilya Rosanov (Connor Storrie).

Gus, 34, described his connection to Miley Cyrus as being with someone everyone recognized and admired. He admitted that, on the surface, she seemed like the ideal partner – successful, beautiful, and talented – especially for someone attracted to women. However, he emphasized that the experience wasn’t the same as being in a relationship with a man.

The athlete, who won a silver medal and will compete for the United Kingdom in the 2026 Winter Olympics after previously representing Team USA, shared the story of how he met singer Miley Cyrus following the 2014 Sochi Games. He admitted to reporters that even though he was in a relationship at the time, Miley was his celebrity crush.

It felt really strange, and I was making things worse for myself, honestly,” Gus explained, after Miley started following him on Twitter. “I really do love her, but we started playfully texting, and I just thought, ‘This is a mistake. I can’t keep living this lie anymore.’

Thinking about the Winter Games in Russia – and knowing the really tough laws they have against LGBTQ+ people there – I remember Gus contemplating a pretty bold move. He was seriously considering publicly professing his love for his boyfriend if he won a gold medal. It was a huge internal debate for him, weighing the potential impact against his personal feelings.

He remembered thinking he wasn’t ready to come out, but he did have a boyfriend. He’d even dreamed of a dramatic coming-out moment: winning a ski race and then kissing his boyfriend in front of everyone, both as a celebration and a quiet act of defiance. Unfortunately, the dream never became reality.

He also felt a connection to Scott Hunter, a hockey player (played by François Arnaud) from the show. In episode five, after winning the championship, Scott publicly comes out as gay following a kiss with his former boyfriend, Kip Grady (played by Robbie G.K.).

Gus felt a strong connection with the man. He understood feeling trapped by his situation, wanting to be free and open about who he was, but believing he couldn’t be. For years, Gus had felt the same way – a deep desire for love and acceptance, and the pain of having to keep it hidden.

Though, admittedly, he wasn’t sure he would connect with the series so deeply. 

I didn’t get what all the fuss was about at first,” he said. “Everyone kept saying it would be really emotional, and eventually, they were right.

And it even prompted him to share that praise with writer-director Jacob Tierney.

Gus explained that the third episode was a turning point for him, specifically the one where Scott and Kip’s relationship began. He was so touched by it that he actually reached out to the show’s creator, something he hadn’t anticipated.

For more celebs who’ve shared their coming out stories, keep reading.

The Dance Moms alum didn’t give it a second thought when she came out in a 2021 Instagram story. 

She shared with People magazine in October 2023 that she came out at age 17, but didn’t realize how significant that decision was at the time. She also said she didn’t understand why it felt frightening.

She explained that while she received a lot of support and acceptance, she also faced negativity and lost some things – and people – along the way. But she doesn’t regret it, saying she doesn’t care about what or who she lost because staying true to herself is what matters most.

While the “Flowers” singer was never a big fan of labels, she came out as pansexual in 2016.

She shared with Variety in October 2016 that she’d spent her life unsure about her gender and sexual orientation. She’d always disliked the label ‘bisexual’ because she felt it was limiting, and she doesn’t focus on whether someone is male or female.

She added that her pasties and revealing clothing never felt sexual to her. She explained she became aware of her sexuality around fifth or sixth grade, and her first romantic relationship was with a woman.

Telling his traditionally religious family he was gay was a turning point for Matt, beginning a new chapter in his life.

Sharing the news with his family was a major turning point, according to actor Matt Bomer, who is married to Simon Halls and has three children. He explained to OUT Magazine that he sees his life as clearly divided into ‘before’ and ‘after’ telling his parents, with a huge difference in the choices he made and how he lived his life before and after coming out. He described the change as ‘night and day’.

The singer of “Good Luck, Babe!” shared that she doesn’t always feel as self-assured as she appears, and growing up in the Midwest greatly influenced that.

She explained to Rolling Stone that she used to be afraid of openly gay men because that’s what she was taught. She later realized that the dislike often stems from the fact that flamboyant expressions of masculinity can appear feminine, and some people simply dislike women. It was a shocking realization for her, and she felt it revealed a deeper issue.

She explained that she’s had to challenge a lot of previously held beliefs, and she’s still figuring things out, which is why she sometimes feels uneasy about being gay. She doesn’t understand why she struggles with it, acknowledging it shouldn’t be a problem, but realizing she needs to accept her feelings as they are.

Former Bachelorette contestant revealed on The View that she’s in a relationship with comedian Robby Hoffman, whom she married in January 2025.

She revealed in August 2023 that she’s been keeping her relationship quiet because her girlfriend is a significant part of her life and she wanted to share their story when she felt ready.

She explained that she’d always had this feeling, a quiet voice inside that gradually grew stronger. She hadn’t realized she should listen to it, and admitting that felt shameful at first. She had to understand where that shame was coming from and work through it.

The actress known for her role in Mean Girls publicly came out as a lesbian in January 2024 during an appearance on Saturday Night Live. She had previously identified as bisexual, and her friends supported her in making the announcement.

She later told Billboard that she suddenly found herself surrounded by nonbinary, transgender, and lesbian friends. Being with them made her realize, ‘I feel so happy, and I really want to identify as a lesbian when I’m with you all.’

The former late-night host officially came out as queer on the last day of Pride month in 2024. 

She announced on Instagram in June 2024, on the final day of Pride month, that she is queer. She shared the news while wearing a tank top with the word ‘Queer’ on it, a revelation that surprised no one.

She encouraged the young children, saying, “Love yourselves for who you are, and I certainly do!” Then, with playful defiance, she added, “I’m even looking forward to finding a new way people might judge me!”

The former Disney Channel star felt anxious about publicly sharing that she is queer before she did so.

She explained to Gay Times in May 2021 that she’d subtly alluded to her sexuality for years, but was hesitant to be direct. She mentioned a lyric video she released the previous year for her song ‘We Belong,’ which featured animated drawings of couples falling in love. She admitted it felt strange because the video only showed heterosexual couples.

After the song was released, many people interpreted it as a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, which led to accusations that I was ‘queerbaiting’ – misleading fans about my identity. I addressed this on Instagram Live, explaining that I identify as queer, though I hadn’t explicitly said so before. I want my music to reflect who I truly am.

The “Heart Attack” singer came out as nonbinary in a 2021 Instagram post.

She wrote that each day offers a fresh start and a chance to become the person you aspire to be. She shared that she’s grown up with the public watching, experiencing both her triumphs and struggles. She explained that her life has been a personal journey, but also one lived with an awareness of her audience.

I’m excited to share an important part of my journey with you all. I’m non-binary and will be using they/them pronouns going forward. This decision comes after a lot of personal growth and self-discovery. I’m still figuring things out and don’t see myself as an authority on this, but sharing this feels very personal and open. (Note: I now use she/her pronouns.)

Although she’s been with singer Hayley Kiyoko since 2018, it took four years before she publicly shared that she was in a relationship with a woman. While it felt strange at first when everyone learned about it, she realized how much of a positive effect it had to be open about her relationship.

She explained that the impact of her experience went far beyond her own relationship and feelings. Knowing she helped others feel comfortable and confident in their own love lives was incredibly meaningful, far outweighing any personal fears she had. She found it humbling to see how much her story resonated with people and how something as natural as falling in love could be so significant, as evidenced by the comments she received.

When Troye was fifteen, he came out to his family. Three years later, he shared his story publicly on YouTube. He remembered making this decision at a particularly important time in his life.

He explained to People magazine in February 2022 that as he was finalizing his record deal, he was determined to control his own public image. He didn’t want anyone else dictating how he came out, and he was eager to start living openly – going to gay clubs, meeting people, and writing honest songs about love.

Chrishell Stause, who is married to musician G Flip, emphasizes the need to make self-care a priority.

Chrishell, who started dating the Australian singer in 2022, explained to TopMob News that someone who genuinely loves you will prioritize your happiness, even if it means going against their own beliefs. She emphasized the importance of staying true to yourself, saying, “Don’t change to fit what others want for you – you only live one life, so make it your own.”

This TikTok creator, who is openly gay and attended an all-boys school, uses his online presence to inspire others to embrace their true selves.

Chris explained to TopMob News in October 2022 that his identity is likely to be a topic of debate for some people. He sees using his platform as a way to challenge those preconceptions and make his identity seem more ordinary.

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