We Bet You Didn’t Know That These Celebrities Were Queer

Russell George Tovey, born November 14, 1981, is a celebrated English actor known for his standout roles in the BBC’s Being Human, where he played the werewolf George and Rudge in the stage and film versions of The History Boys. He also captivated audiences as Steve in the sitcom Him & Her and Kevin Matheson in HBO’s Looking and its film finale, Looking: The Movie.

Tovey has been candid about being gay, speaking openly on the subject and championing representation, though he keeps his relationships largely private. His balance of transparency and discretion adds depth to his public persona.