My Secret Past - Gareth Thomas: Coming Out | Sexuality Documentary | Reel Truth

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In 2009, former Welsh rugby sensation Gareth Thomas came out and since then has become a role model for other young men who are struggling with their sexuality. In this deeply honest documentary, Gareth reveals how we became a master at "playing the straight man" but how he also got angered by the stress of keeping his secret for so long.
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@johanneshendrikslabbert8185 2 месяца назад

Thank you for standing up, to not only make peace with yourself, but also to help others to see their piece of sunlight in our daily living. You seem to be a very honest, a person with feeling for others, and for me, it is highly appreciated. May I wish you joy, happiness, peace, tranquility, blessings and prosperity.

@nigelcox1835 3 месяца назад

It's hard I am out and don't care who knows one life live it ! So many men live two lives so sad!

@butterflyeffect6578 Месяц назад

You are a beautiful man.

@jeangenie1240 2 месяца назад

Second time of watching. It breaks my heart to see such pain. This will help lots of other people, but in 2024 we should be able to just be ourselves.; we may have moved on a bit. Lovely comments below.

@judyg2197 Месяц назад

Absolutely agree. Ridiculous that anyone should go through such pain. Accept a person for who they are.

@roddyontheroad7370 2 месяца назад

What an affirming and candid reflection to share. Beautifully done. Thanks.

@ziggy8190 5 лет назад

His book is absolutely astounding , and moved me to tears I won't spoil it all , but at one point he's standing on the edge of a cliff contemplating walking off to end the torment,again absolutely astounding and a must buy

@TheIkaraCult 5 лет назад

He's such an admirable man. The Highest respect.

@jacovanzyl2480 4 года назад

YOU are a real hero! Thanks for this video!

@vintagelingstitches785 5 лет назад

What a great man. He has done his country proud not just for his accomplishments in the greatest sport there is but also for the amazing things he has done for sports personalities and the general public. Great man and just a plus that he is also Welsh.

@DongExplorer 4 года назад

Im brave just like you sir! 27 shades of freed! I’m 28 now, just got out from the dark closet.. I feel freedom, a feeling no word in this world can describe ❤️🌈

@rebeccahr1 4 года назад

Total respect for this amazing man!

@louiseschilt4050 5 лет назад

He's my idol and my hero and I simply love him because he's so genuine and so honest and sometimes brutally honest I was surprised when I found out he'd been suicidal so many times I've been there but I've been there for a different reason a devastating reason I lost my beautiful strong inspirational brother on the 22nd of August 2015 and the man who killed him was aquitted of killing my brother and ten other men. Jacob was my hero my best friend and I miss him everyday I have had so many moments of wanting to just follow Jacob and hug him again one more time....

@eddiek6660 Месяц назад

That’s so awfully sad to hear. I’m sure your brother Jacob would be super proud of your strength and that you are living for him now too. On your difficult days remember he would want you to be happy and fulfilled and to never give up so stay strong. He’s still with you always. 🕊️ 💛 🕯️

@BenDPB 11 месяцев назад

It took me until my 30s to come out and nobody believed me as I always seemed to “straight” and during that time like Gareth I was always so angry and so ashamed of who I was and in some way I still am.

@AnnaP-uh3mc 4 месяца назад

I know you posted this 6 months ago and I’m just an internet random but I just wanted to say I hope you’re getting nearer a point where you can be happy & totally comfortable with who you are and are kicking off those leftover feelings of shame - there is nothing shameful at all about you being who you are 💕🌈

@fckyoumate620 4 года назад

What a real man . We love you Gareth

@SuperPercy66 4 года назад

Caught Gareth Thomas on BBC this morning, re homophobic abuse. Total respect to you.

@shaneatkinson8933 5 лет назад

I'm gay and black, I really adore him, thank you for being brave and being the real you, try and ignore the stigma.

@domnubest 4 года назад

🤣🤣🤣

@deadpoolkoa7108 4 года назад

😂

@Mcfreddo 2 месяца назад

@@domnubestdon't mock.

@davidbrasier5039 2 месяца назад

Who cares if you're black?

@welshjohn 4 года назад

Top man Gareth a welsh and British Lions legend

@sergiodelosriosroma1404 4 года назад

Brave man:::!!! from Argentina. thank you so much Gareth.

@coops9871 4 года назад

He's got everything in that old room at his parents....100caps for his country.. .

@louisepetrilli6130 4 года назад

You are great and wonderful be happy you deserve, you are the example for young man to get out and gives them hope there is hope

@roberthughes6919 3 года назад

Great documentary

@butterflyeffect6578 Месяц назад

The parallels in your story with my own life, has brought me such comfort, and normalcy.

@christineaygin4330 4 года назад

Friends should be there for you no matter what - if they're not then they're not 'Friends' so you're best rid of them

@coupecruiser 29 дней назад

I can totally relate to this story. Keeping a secret, creating a fake lifestyle and lying to friends and family. I was a professional soldier with rank I in the 80’s, and having tell lies and create deceptions was something I did very well, but emotionally you pay a price for that. In the end enough was enough and I came out as well, and it was actually much easier than I expected.

@thereverse4452 3 года назад

My teacher forced me to use my own time to watch this.

@hmq9052 3 года назад

Why?

@jackthomas3613 2 года назад

gareth is my cousin

@robbrent Месяц назад

By acknowledging this means that you’re ok with him and in fact proud of him. Well done and thank you.

@wyzolma99 3 месяца назад

Defining your whole existence by your sexuality is puzzling. It's nobody's business except those involved in a relationship.

@alsationshep1 3 года назад

What a great man we love you Gareth

@gerryward9627 16 дней назад

Brilliant! First time seeing this. It should be shown in every classroom. Thank you!

@suzy5166 4 года назад

So much respect for him... best wishes in the future 🙏🙏🙏

@gringoi1 4 года назад

Very nice man ..am your fan ..from Brasil for you ..hugs....../

@mspalmboy 18 дней назад

Wonderful documentary about honesty, love, acceptance and equality.

@conniemara1 4 года назад

brave man...great parents

@louisepetrilli6130 4 года назад

Respect to a great man

@williamwhitecloud9020 4 года назад

Great !!! He used homophobic banter and homophobic bullying to hide his sexuality

@gdeec 19 дней назад

Funny part was everyone called me terrible names but no one asked me why, or what made me such a target for the bullies throughout school. Writing my book, A COLOURED IN FULL FLIGHT, THE BOY FROM THE BARRACKS, made it clear I was abused and bullied in the name of teasing.

@simongoodwin5253 4 месяца назад

Literally weeping here! So moving, so very brave.

@algiles881 4 месяца назад

Since this film was made, Keegan Hirst has "come out" and has made quite an industry for himself, in a way Gareth Thomas has not.

@teddydavis2339 2 месяца назад

The guy in Portsmouth didn't have to tell his best friend. I'm sure she already knew. I don't know why people have to anounce their sexuality.

@stephanfourie6879 Месяц назад

a mother ALWAYS knows!!

@matsudaseiko 2 месяца назад

MY HERO ALWAYS WILL BE ! 😍

@christopherwinstanley1348 2 года назад

Seems introspective, but its really about being who you are. That's all that matters. I wish it wasn't such an isolated part, from previous times. I know there is more progress for the future against homophobia. Myself I feel more complete as a person and I was really young coming out. So, if anyone is struggling then its a journey to oneself. It take courage to be open. Liked this documentary.

@lynnethomas1959 Месяц назад

Well done Gareth, such a lovely man, you have helped so many people

@jeromelubabalojacobs8872 Месяц назад

Great video

@TheHitchkick 10 дней назад

It´s sad that this has been out for 8 years and it ONLY has 700 odd views! I am crying from Ollies story and had to pause just to catch my breath. And also; Gareth is so HOT!! 😉. I must google him and see where I can meet him and make him fancy me.....

@jboylan6970 4 года назад

Beautiful Man

@jackthomas3613 2 года назад

he is my cousin

@jboylan6970 2 года назад

@@jackthomas3613 His story is uncannily similar to mine. I was diagnosed in 2004. Someone who I once considered a friend and confided in at the lowest point in my life used to hold it over me as a way to manipulate me and control me. I told my friends and family about my diagnoses so that she could no longer terrorise me. I will never forget that very lonely time. I wouldn't wish it on an enemy. And I am a nobody! Can't imagine how it must have been for Gareth being in the public eye. My heart goes out to him. Hope he is doing well.

@clairepapadatos1116 5 лет назад

Bloody brilliant! 👍 👍 👍

@DaveSCameron 4 года назад

Ollie, you are sound!!!

@fernandocorreia5096 Год назад

I admire you! Love from Portugal ! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@Mcfreddo 2 месяца назад

Why not ask? re the dad? People struggle alone. People don't necessarily view themselves as others can- especially in sexuality in ways others can see or recognise. Befriend and ask, but do not betray. Betrayal is a disgrace.

@MariaAya 3 года назад

I loved him from the first phrase

@mikeweston3514 3 года назад

Top man mr Thomas

@joebalamoan5784 4 года назад

Learned each and everyone of us is product of their own environment we can never change the past ever however we can try make our future better one not just for us but for all the future generations that’s my personal believe we all have own challenges.

@stephanfourie6879 2 месяца назад

a dream top!!!!😊

@evangelosperry 2 месяца назад

I was abused in the plunge bath at boarding school. Rugger buggers!

@leslielenahan2619 2 года назад

Gareth Thomas Welsh legend 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@markgory6847 2 месяца назад

gorgeous courageous man

@brokenomad 5 лет назад

He is so good looking

@re7416 4 месяца назад

09:39 - "Come on in"....🤷🏻‍♀️😌...😅

@Onlinesully 3 года назад

some guy. hope he can help a few people.

@JavierRosexxx 4 года назад

Wait. VHS recorder? What year is in Wales?

@diana-cy4kj 4 года назад

I’ve got one knocking about as well (in London)!

@Onlinesully 3 года назад

Ddrsdd D They're handy to have now and then.

@re7416 4 месяца назад

It could be worse.... (He could have been Welsh....)

@barneymcgintytrousers3116 Год назад

🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈 he needs his lap top looking in to another jimmy Savile he is

@futhark3899 4 года назад

Wouldn't want him tackling me from behind

@richlee509 8 месяцев назад

Lol i bet you would

@bobjary9382 3 месяца назад

Oh i dont know

@tomtaft9861 2 месяца назад

You flatter yourself 😂

@bernardofitzpatrick5403 2 месяца назад

Crass comment.

@Dressagevids 4 года назад

Irresponsible

@tomtaft9861 2 месяца назад

Huh?

@alexanderson1193 4 года назад

what a coward. He wrecked that womans life. Thankfully she miscarried

@paulyeomans8507 4 года назад

I think it’s more a result of society sticking their nose into people’s sexuality and making them feel ashamed of themselves. He must have been tormented for years and that’s no way to live a life. Society is to blame for both his and his ex wife’s torment.