WWE Superstar Darren Young Comes Out: “I'm Gay and I'm Happy”

WWE superstar Darren Young has come out as the first openly gay WWE athlete.

In a video interview conducted at LAX, TMZ asked Young on Wednesday whether a gay wrestler could succeed in WWE.

"Absolutely. Look at me. I'm a WWE superstar and to be honest with you, I'll tell you right now, I'm gay. And I'm happy. I'm very happy," Young said.

WWE pledged its support for Young's revelation with a statement on their website.

"WWE is proud of Darren Young for being open about his sexuality, and we will continue to support him as WWE Superstar," the statement said.
 

Check out the interview below:

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