News, Reviews & Commentary on Gay and Bisexual Men in Entertainment and the Media

Did Van Hansis just come out of the closet?

From Nelson Branco's Column about the daytime Emmy nominations:

Their As The World Turns’ co-star Van Hansis (Luke), who was nominated as younger lead actor for the second year in a row, concurred, adding, “along with a few other actors from our show.” The unusually stylish and confident actor reminds us that although he wasn’t a judge this year, the gay icon thinks “the industry needs to figure out a better system, one that is more concise. Having said that, I’m still very happy with how the nominations turned out today.” Hansis’ ATWT love interest, Jake Silbermann (Noah) also failed to be recognized, but the actor tells me; “Jake will be at the Emmys." They will be bringing their own dates, Hansis informs me with a sly wink.

 http://tvguide.sympatico.msn.ca/Worst+in+Show/Soaps/Features/Articles/080430_emmy_nominations_NB.htm?isfa=1

dannydc's picture

He's supposedly dating a dancer

Rumor was a few months ago that he was VERY friendly with a New York dancer, like in male...

If he brings him to the awards, more power to him.

uberaeryn's picture

Oh, yes.

uber-hottie Tyler Hanes. Presumably the 'T' to whom Van dedicated his performance in 'Die Mommie Die.'
j U d E's picture

One of the two..

I'm not going to say it a fact everytime, but in a number of tv-gay-couples, one of the actors turns out to be gay/bi in real life.

  • Matthew Rhys & Luke McFarlane
  • Gale Harold & Randy Harrison
  • Hal Sparks & Robert Gant
  • Dennis Grabosch & Igor Dolgatschew
  • Marlon Kittel & Robert Stadlober ("Sommersturm")

I wouldn't be surprised if this would also be the case with:

  • Jake Gyllenhaal & Heath Ledger
  • Thore Schölermann & Jo Weil
  • Van Hansis & Jake Silbermann

Just sayin' ..

R.I.P. - Heath Ledger [1979 - 2008]

Dane Hill's picture

Thore & Jo

Well, I've read comments stating that Jo Weil is gay, or at least a frequent visitor to gay clubs.  When asked, he skirts the issue of gay or straight labels as an actor.  Sooo, there seems to be a possibility there.

As for Thore, probably straight.  That's just my sense of it.  Although, in that Giga interview, he did seem like he had a great affection for Jo, even looking like a couple.  Such as when he snatched the food plate away from him, jokingly scolding him that they are in an interview and leave the food alone.  Also his body language definitely seemed angled toward Jo.  But I really do think Thore's likely straight.

Average (2 votes):
see individual ratings
ktranel's picture

Personally as a gay kid I

Personally as a gay kid I would love to see Jo come out, but stereotypes like that are harsh. What is the world coming to if a guy can't be friends with another guy without being called gay. Brothers usually know the other really good, but that doesn't mean that their screwing. Humans aren't as complex as people think, if they were people would need to wait decades before knowing a person well enough to marry them. Thor probably just spends enough time with Jo that they both are very comfortable around each other and know the others "patter of behavior"...
Dane Hill's picture

Think you need to re-read what I wrote...

;)   I think you need to re-read what I said.  There's no stereotyping.  You can read into someone's body language and actions, and gain a clue as to their relationship, without it being stereotypes.  It's actually called reading human behavior. 

However, I STILL said that I believe Thore to be straight.  So, I'm not quite sure where you are coming from here.  Basically, my conclusion is exactly what you are claiming...that these two are close friends, straight & gay likely, that have gained an understanding and compassion for each other.  A bromance, if you will.

Average (1 vote):
see individual ratings
Knickie's picture

The difference is that of

The difference is that of all these pairings, Randy Harrison was always out and never pretended otherwise or made winking denials. Even Bobby Gant wasn't during his first season on Queer as Folk.
netogeno's picture

Im sorry, but...

I read nothing that would indicate he came out. What is the deal with trying to make every "gay icon" gay? If he is fine, if he isnt thats fine too.
Average (3 votes):
see individual ratings
you_will's picture

um...hm...

I don't think that hints or proves anything. I think the wink meant that "we won't be each other's dates even though some may want that"

 

 

j U d E's picture

No proof..

Quote:
I don't think that hints or proves anything.
Of course not! And we will really only know when he (or any other actor pinging on people's gaydar) should one day come out publicly.

But he does ping!

As does Jo Weil. And Dane I'm with you, totally, on the things you said about Thore!

R.I.P. - Heath Ledger [1979 - 2008]

 

rschlem's picture

Actors are lead

He's an actor. Actors are like lead, even the best gaydar can't penetrate.

If I were to bet on one or the other, I get the vibe more from Silbermann

.
syrus's picture

Just as is the case with Tuc

Just as is the case with Tuc Watkins, I believe that when it comes to Van, it is one of daytime's worst kept secrets as far as his off-screen personal life.
Average (1 vote):
see individual ratings
syrus's picture

Well, it looks like Perez

Well, it looks like Perez Hilton has struck again cause he reports on his site today that Van is dating fellow actor Tyler Hanes.
Average (2 votes):
see individual ratings

User login

Recent comments

Put AfterElton.com headlines on your site/blog:

After Elton home page on logo online