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Jim Parsons

Year They Came Out of the Closet: 2012

James Joseph Parsons, an American actor and producer, gained widespread fame for his portrayal of the quirky genius Sheldon Cooper on The Big Bang Theory from 2007 to 2019. His career reached new heights in 2018 when Forbes named him the highest-paid TV actor, with an annual earning of $26.5 million.

On May 23, 2012, The New York Times revealed that Parsons was gay and had been in a long-term relationship with Todd Spiewak for over a decade. The couple celebrated their love by marrying in May 2017 in New York. Beyond acting, Parsons expanded his creative reach as an executive producer for the miniseries Hollywood, further solidifying his diverse talents in the entertainment industry.