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I didnt choose the fact that I was gay, but I did choose whether to live my life as a gay woman-that was the terrifying
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"I didn't choose the fact that I was gay, but I did choose whether to live my life as a gay woman-that was the terrifying thing for me. Especially being a gay actress"

- Portia de Rossi

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In this quote, Portia de Rossi is revealing her experience as a gay lady in the show business. She acknowledges that being gay was not a choice for her, but she did have a choice in how she lived her life. This choice was terrifying for her, as she understood the obstacles and discrimination that feature being a gay woman, especially in her profession as an actress. By freely living as a gay woman, she was putting herself at danger of facing backlash and discrimination. However, she eventually made the brave choice to welcome her identity and live her life authentically.

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Portia de Rossi This quote is written / told by Portia de Rossi somewhere between January 31, 1973 and today. She was a famous Actress from Australia. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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