WNBA’s Brittney Griner Comes Out: “Don’t Hide Who You Really Are”
No.1 draft pick Brittney Griner recently discussed her sexuality in an interview with ESPN, confirming for the first time publicly that she is gay.
Griner says the decision to share her discuss her sexuality was an easy one, and that she hopes her example will inspire young people who may be struggling with their identities.
“Don’t worry about what other people are going to say, because they’re always going to say something, but, if you’re just true to yourself, let that shine through. Don’t hide who you really are,” Griner told ESPN, before going into more detail about her decision to come out publicly. “It really wasn’t too difficult,” she said of the decision. “I wouldn’t say I was hiding or anything like that. I’ve always been open about who I am and my sexuality. So, it wasn’t hard at all. If I can show that I’m out and I’m fine and everything’s OK, then hopefully the younger generation will definitely feel the same way.”
Kudos to Brittney Griner for continuing to inspire our youth; with both her talent and commitment to living her truth.