He made his mark to soap opera fans as David Vickers on One Life to Live (1994-1996, 2001-2013) and as Bob on Desperate Housewives (2007-2012), since then Tuc Watkins has been featured and starred in numerous television, motion pictures and stage roles.
Most recently, Watkins starred opposite Neil Patrick Harris in the Netflix streaming series Uncoupled, the film and stage adaptation of Boys in the Band, and recently on stage in the AIDS-based drama, The Inheritance.
Tuc, who came out on The Marie Osmond Show back in 2013, is the father of twins via surrogacy, and is currently in a relationship with film, TV and stage actor, Andrew Rannells. Earlier in his career, many warned Watkins that it could be detrimental to him, if he played gay roles. However, in the years that have followed, Tuc has proved them wrong taking on some of the most prominent LGBTQ roles out there and earning critical praise for his performances.
A few months ago, in March, Tuc took to his Instagram account to share a before and after photo of him 4 years before he got sober, and 4 years after he got sober with a heartfelt and inspiring message.
Watkins expressed: “If your drinking is making you uncomfortable, tell a sober person. Any sober person. That’s what I did. I don’t remember what I said to him that day. And I don’t remember what he said to me. But I remember the way he made me feel. He made me feel like I was going to be okay. It was the last day I drank. October 28, 2018. I got sober because alcohol was ruining my life. I stay sober because my life got better. #sobriety #recovery”
In a new article on Watkins from Queerty, EastSiders creator and star, Kit Williamson delivered a statement to the LGBTQ outlet about his experience working with Tuc and his consistent support for other gay artists.

Photo: ABC
Kit shared: “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Tuc three times now. On the third season of EastSiders, my new series Unconventional, and the indie film Retake. Tuc is a star in the literal sense of the word, shining light on and lifting up the people around him, and he is as talented and funny as he is dashing and kind. I was a fan of his before I became a friend, and I have seen firsthand how committed he is to supporting other queer artists and making art that matters.”

Photo: Jeff Lorch
As pride month approaches in just a weeks time, Watkins shared on Queerty’s coverage on his Instagram: “Thank you @Queerty for elevating the LGBTQ+ community. 🏳️🌈 For highlighting the differences in our backgrounds, identities, and experiences, all through the lens of camaraderie.”
Share your thoughts on the talented Tuc Watkins and his efforts to lift others up, and be an inspiration through his own struggles via the comment section.
No offense to Marcy, but I was hoping she would take a six-month maternity leave. Abby is easily one of the worst, most annoying characters on the show. A Newman/Abbott should have way more going for her than Abby does. Sometimes SORASing is a disaster.
So let’s see if I get this correctly. There was no report whatsoever on this site about the return of Jeanne Cooper as Katherine two weeks ago. Yet, you are reporting about the return of Macy Rylan. What is happening with you Michael?
michael did report jeanne cooper’s return on 11/12/11…………..
I think Abby is a great character – but she needs to be more than just the annoying Abbott/Carlton/Newman.
Put the “Naked Heiress” to work at Restless Style….let her irritate Uncle Billy and hook her up with Ricky Williams.
She has great possibilities.
I love her & can’t wait to see her again! I would love to see more Abbotts & others & less Newmans for a while (i.e. Sharon, Adam, Nick, Victor-tired of these 4)
Dear Marcy Rylan as Abby I want You To Stay on The Restless
I Do Love The Abby Newman a lot more on show. Be cause is
My favortie Actress on The Young and The Restless Will You Please
Send Me A Picture of Marcy Rylan ?