#9: Jim Parsons
Year They Came Out of the Closet: 2012
James Joseph Parsons, an American actor and producer, rose to fame playing the quirky genius Sheldon Cooper on The Big Bang Theory from 2007 to 2019. His success peaked in 2018 when Forbes named him the highest-paid TV actor, earning $26.5 million annually.

On May 23, 2012, The New York Times revealed Parsons was gay and had been in a decade-long relationship with Todd Spiewak. The couple celebrated their love by tying the knot in May 2017 in New York. Beyond acting, Parsons showcased his creative flair as an executive producer for the miniseries Hollywood, cementing his multifaceted talent in entertainment.