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Colton Underwood: A CHD Exclusive (FBF)

Jun 14, 2024
Former NFL player and Bachelor star Colton Underwood opens up about repressing his sexuality for 28 years, manipulation tactics, and coming out as gay. Topics include struggles with identity, fear of being outed, and navigating societal norms in sports and reality TV. Reflects on hitting rock bottom, seeking help, and finding self-acceptance through personal growth and healing.
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Quick takeaways

  • Colton struggled with hiding his true sexuality due to societal pressures and toxic masculinity in sports.
  • The internal conflict of hiding his identity led Colton to extreme measures to avoid being outed.

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Colton Underwood's Struggles with Hiding His Sexuality and Suicidal Thoughts

Colton Underwood, known for appearing on reality television as the Bachelor, revealed the immense pressure and struggles he faced hiding his true identity. Despite being in a serious relationship with a girlfriend, he wrestled with his hidden sexuality, leading to a failed suicide attempt. His journey involved navigating toxic masculinity in the church and sports, causing internalized homophobia and self-hate.

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