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Bling · 10-28-2005, 10:32 AM

LOSANGELES -- The man best known for his role as Mr. Sulu in "Star Trek" has come out as homosexual in the current issue of Frontiers, magazine covering the Los Angeles gay and lesbian community. George Takei tells The Associated Press that his new onstage role as psychologist Martin Dysart in "Equus" helped inspire him to publicly discuss his sexuality.

The 68-year-old Japanese-American described the character as a "very contained but turbulently frustrated man."

Takei said the current social and political climate also motivated his disclosure. He said the world has changed from when he was a young teen "feeling ashamed for being gay."

The actor said he and his partner, Brad Altman, have been together for 18 years.

swirlundergrounder · 10-28-2005, 11:34 AM

First Sheryl Swoops and Now Mr Sulu!!! Who's next?

slamminshaun · 10-29-2005, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by ....otnisaJ

First Sheryl Swoops and Now Mr Sulu!!! Who's next?

I'll give you a 50/50 chance on this one. ;D

Bling · 10-29-2005, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Slammin'

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First Sheryl Swoops and Now Mr Sulu!!! Who's next?

I'll give you a 50/50 chance on this one. ;D

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10-28-2005, 10:32 AM	#1 (permalink)
Bling MegaJunkie Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 20,391	Classic 'Star Trek' Actor Says He's Gay Registered members do not see ads. Register or logon for a better view. LOSANGELES -- The man best known for his role as Mr. Sulu in "Star Trek" has come out as homosexual in the current issue of Frontiers, magazine covering the Los Angeles gay and lesbian community. George Takei tells The Associated Press that his new onstage role as psychologist Martin Dysart in "Equus" helped inspire him to publicly discuss his sexuality. The 68-year-old Japanese-American described the character as a "very contained but turbulently frustrated man." Takei said the current social and political climate also motivated his disclosure. He said the world has changed from when he was a young teen "feeling ashamed for being gay." The actor said he and his partner, Brad Altman, have been together for 18 years. __________________ the system is down....the system is down

10-28-2005, 11:34 AM	#2 (permalink)
swirlundergrounder MegaJunkie Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 11,566	Re:Classic 'Star Trek' Actor Says He's Gay First Sheryl Swoops and Now Mr Sulu!!! Who's next? __________________ I'M AN ACID TRIP IN AN EGG ROLL....

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