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Sara Gilbert Shares Emotional Journey Of Her Sexuality & Public Perception On THE TALK!
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Today on season four premiere week of the CBS hit afternoon series, The Talk, it was co-host Sara Gilbert’s turn to reveal a shocking secret or something she has never told anyone publicly and that the ladies of the panel, also did not know. Sara shared a very emotional story about struggling to come to terms with her sexuality and being public about being gay.
Sara revealed that when she dated her former co-star Johnny Galecki while working on Roseanne. She related that the y would make out and she would feel incredibly depressed. Sara felt like she was hurting him so she told him she was gay. He never told anyone, and Sara also kept her sexuality a secret throughout her years on Roseanne. She also said that she was dating a woman 18 years older than her during this time.
Gilbert confessed doing The Talk has helped her overcome her fear of being public about being gay, but she reveals that part of her is still afraid there will be repercussions when she shares personal information, like her recent engagement. “When I talk about my sexuality on the show or in public, I still feel really scared. I’ll try to act confident or make jokes of it. There’s still a piece of me that goes ‘what is this costing me in my career?’”
Sara went on to say, “I want to live a true life. Beyond that, we do often say things like “it gets better” – and it does get better. I have an amazing life, but there can still be a struggle with it, and that’s OK. There can be a part of you that doesn’t want to be different or feel scared. And that is more important than any of it.”
She concluded with this very touching moment stating, “Bringing it back to Johnny, when I called him (to let him know she would be discussing this on the show today) he said: ‘I love you and I think it’s really important. I’m so proud of you. If you want, I’ll be there with you and I’ll hold your hand.’
Watch the segment below of Sara’s revelations! What did you think of it? Were you touched? Could you relate? Share your thoughts!
Wow. Sara Gilbert was so lucky to able to trust Johnny Galecki who still supports her to this day.
That was beautiful!
I agree–beautiful story!
Sara Gilbert.
Common Thread. “Shared”.
“Holding THE secret.”
Feeling – Different.
it does get better with time.
I’m thrilled with who I am….
Fear for those who continue to struggle with identity.
Bullying… homelessness…. suicide….
ALL REAL.
Acceptance across the board… for that child’s world… till he’s capable of taking care of his or her self.
is what I stand for….
I say.. if you can deal with every facet of your life… and not let your emotions… be it negative or positive “control” YOU. then.. you are well on your way… for a semblance of life on which to build….
character building… be it alone.. with or without family acceptance… is for us… too early in our young lives to fathom… peer pressure to be accepted and not wanting to be different…
and alas… sharing your life with that person… to further enhance your ideals…
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I really do appreciate like minded individuals who care about our future. Sharing the common bonds of caring for people… regardless of what goes on in your bedroom….
which is what I tell people… and we share… it’s not like it’s a 24 – 7 GAY…
it’s what happens in MY bedroom… albeit… then it goes without saying… it’s OUR 24-7 shared Americana.
it’s freeing to be out… living…. no inhibitions to beset your modus operandi…
I will never try and convince you it’s a choice.
Sara and I… and many others… have life stories, unlike
That is really touching & I can relate to this very day I still struggle with not wanting to be different and always telling everyone in my life 🙁
I can relate with what you wrote.
it’s that way of living that “can” haunt you. and, I can’t find fault in that… it’s our upbringing… and the onslaught of trials and tribulations… that we went through.
I have to use the word, Trepidation…. the constant questioning… of one’s will…. the thought processes would be so jumbled… and in overdrive…
“…who, …what, …where,…when,…why” everything under the sun…
anyway… back to trepidation…. dang! talk about anxiety levels… through the roof…. I just went home not too long ago… and i’m 50 years old… and still… to this day… my home town… will do this to me…
and it’s not so much an outward expression that I do… it’s that internal push and pull…
I do feel i’m in a place that befits me.
I really think her message is very important. Because it’s tough being homosexual in this world. The images/media doesn’t train our brain for it and it can be a tough day to day battle. “It gets better” is a great message for teens thinking about suicide. But it’s a tough ride for some..and it’s nice to know that some, even celebrities, struggle with the process.
” But it’s a tough ride for some..and it’s nice to know that some, even celebrities, struggle with the process.”
you know… from personal experience….
it’s not so much… that… “you” Kendall…. can rescue me….
it’s a flight plan that ultimately is by yourself….
and… geez! knowing that someone(s) care…. and you’re not alone.
is comfort… and feeling
i should add.. that it’s opening our conscious mind… that we can avail ourselves to promote goodwill.
and… WE are
Very touching indeed! Magnificent!
I don’t know if the actresses receive the feedback, but bravo on all the personal “secrets” of the ladies of “The Talk”. I’ve watched each 1 each day and I just enjoy them more. They’re more than just tv personalities, but ppl w/insecurities and pain, just very seemed very brave and personable to show that side of themselves and share.
Love Sara Gilbert–1st as Darlene, caught her on “Big Bang” and now on “The Talk”. I loved her and Johnny on “Roseanne”. Darlene and David:) Really sweet to hear they’re dear friends and support each other to this day. As for me Ms. Gilbert, I don’t care if you’re gay or straight, you made me laugh on “Roseanne” and when u guested on “Big Bang”, not to mention on “The Talk”. You pop on screen and your talent shines. As long as u give it your all and give a honest performance, that’s what counts. Love u guys:)
Echo.
As for me Ms. Gilbert, I don’t care if you’re gay or straight, you made me laugh on “Roseanne” and when u guested on “Big Bang”, not to mention on “The Talk”. You pop on screen and your talent shines
That was sweet what Johnny said. Good luck to them both.
it’s really dynamic….
the contrast….
LOOK at the TWO Pictures… of the SAME PERSON.
1. she looks pained…..
2. She looks jubilant…
of course, it’s still a daily grind…..
of course, it’s still a daily regime…
of course, it’s still a hurry up and wait….
for acceptance… across the board…. till all 50 states equally share our Lives.
with the overturn of Prop 8 and CA legalizing marriage… I do, for me… see a light at the end of the tunnel…… over the horizon… I hope… for those that follow… and for the peer advocates who valiantly press onward and upwards…
One highly effective, very heartfelt, truly touching moment for the talk show genre, but that said, I wish “As the World Turns” was still in the time slot.
outside of said topic…
I would relish Oakdale… and My world would turn once again.
I think Sara is so lucky that she was dating someone as understanding as Johnny. Some guys could have gotten angry at her, and questioning their own virility, they might have tried to prove it by raping her.
I fully support Sara, and am so glad she has happiness in her life now. No one should have to hide their sexuality. Whether they are gay or straight. I hope that makes sense. Sometimes, straight girls/women get stereotyped by the way they look and it affects their careers, also. It’s just hard to be a woman.
It looks like the current run of Lucas Adams (Noah) and Tamara Braun (Sienna) on The Young and the Restless is coming to an end, after the Monday, August 3 edition of the CBS daytime drama revealed that Noah and Sienna are leaving Genoa City and heading back to Los Angeles.
In the storyline, Noah informed his mother, Sharon (Sharon Case) and half-sister Mariah (Camryn Grimes) that he and Sienna made the decision to move back to the West Coast to put distance between themselves and Matt Clark (Roger Howarth). Although Noah did not say it was a permanent move, he did assure his mom that once Matt is hopefully gone from Genoa City they could return.
However, as previewed already on the video teaser for this week’s episodes of Y&R (see below), it appears Noah left Genoa City’s The Shadow Room to be run by a returning Danny Romalotti (Michael Damian). So with that, coupled with today’s episode, it would appear the move could wind up being more permanent.
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COMINGS AND GOINGS
Adams made his Y&R debut on November 4, 2025 as the successor to Rory Gibson who last played Noah on-screen in April of 2023. Earlier in 2025, Gibson took over the role of Michael Corinthos on Genera Hospital replacing Chad Duell, who stepped away from the part after 15 years.
Braun who played Adam’s mother on Days of Our Lives when she was Ava Vitali and he was Tripp Dalton, first appeared on Y&R back on October 14, 2025, where we soon learned she had become Noah’s lover as the new character, Sienna Bacall. It should be noted, Adams was on contract with the number #1 soap, while Braun has been on recurring status.
With Josh Griffith now exited as head writer of The Young and the Restless, and the newly announced co-head writing team of Jamey Giddens and Dan O’Connor having taken his place and starting their new tenure this week, it will be interesting to see how the duo resets the show, and if a Noah and Sienna return is in the cards for the future or not.
So, what do you think about the seeming departures of Lucas Adams and Tamara Braun from The Young and the Restless? Weigh-in via the comment section. But first, check out our recent live chat with Tamara and Lucas on the Michael Fairman Channel.
Rosie O’Donnell revealed that she plans to head back to a seat at the table of ABC’s morning talk show The View.
The announcement came during Monday’s episode of The Tangle Podcast where she shared she will participate in “in whatever way they want” her or “just as a guest” for its upcoming 30th season.
The View’s season 30 will kick-off this fall in September. O’Donnell explained, “They’re bringing back all the hosts, I think. And, you know, I’m pretty proud of that show, what it’s become and how it really speaks to the people and to politics.”
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ROSIE ON HER PREVIOUS GO-ROUNDS ON THE VIEW
As fans of The View know, O’Donnell famously had two different one-year stints on the talk show in 2007 and again in 2014- 2015. She often feuded with then co-host Elizabeth Hasselbeck.
However, during her discussion with host, Kyle Ridley on The Tangle Podcast, O’Donnell also noted she often had tense moments with longtime moderator and anchor, Whoopi Goldberg.
O’Donnell also expressed, “Many, many people got the short end of the stick there. It was, you know, it was a factory where people were being churned in and out and their tenuous security, nobody got to be calm. It also was a show at the time that was run by a man. A show created by a woman, for women, about women, and the man was deciding what we should talk about. And that didn’t sit right with me, you know.”
Back in 2023, Brooke Shields had asked Rosie on her podcast, Now What? with Brooke Shields, about how she felt on her two stints at The View and all the controversy that surrounded it. Rosie at that time, stated, “I know this, it’s not the best use of my talent to get in a show where I have to argue and defend basic principles of humanity and kindness. It was not something I’d ever do again.”
You can check out the clip with Rosie and Kyle Ridley discussing her return to The View in some form for its upcoming 30th season below.
Then weigh-in: Would you be excited to see Rosie, even for a one-day or a week guest stint on the upcoming celebratory season of The View, or not so much? Let us know via the comment section.
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General Hospital Fan Club Weekend brought out many of your favorites to the four day event; with the main cast gathering on Saturday, August 1. Fans near and far attended the weekend held this year at the Burbank Marriott Hotel. Whether it be the main cast event or the smaller more intimate events featuring two or three cast members a great time was had by all.
Some of the cast participating in the main cast event included: Cyrus Hobbi (Yuri), Gary James Fuller (James), Bradford Anderson (Spinelli), Viron Weaver (Wiley), Paige Herschell (Jacinda), Chris McKenna (Brennan), Josh Kelly (Cody), Kayden Brenna Tokarsi (Scout), Cassandra James (Terry), Laura Wright (Carly), Dominic Zamprogna (Dante), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane), Rick Hearst (Ric), Adrian Anchondo (ex-Marco), and Chloe Lanier (ex-Nelle).
In addition to, Van Hansis (Lucas), Cameron Mathison (Drew), Ryan Paevey (ex-Cassius), Easton Rocket Sweda (Leo), Maurice Benard (Sonny), Kristen Vaganos (Molly), Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis), Kate Mansi (ex-Kristina), Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth), Cynthia Watros (Nina), Kristina Wagner (Felicia) and more.
Take a look at some of the snaps from the main event arrivals below:
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GH’s Rick Hearst with on-screen daughter, Kristen Vaganos, plus Nancy Lee Grahn, and Kate Mansi.
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GH’s Maurice Benard on-hand to meet the fans.
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Jack Brennan in the house … Chris McKenna.
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Adrian Anchondo, Van Hansis and Anchondo’s boyfriend, Days of Our Lives, Colton Little.
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GH’s Josh Kelly and his gal, the former Nelle Benson of Port Charles, Chloe Lanier.
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Who is James’ father? Not Cassius or Spinelli, actually. Actors Gary James Fuller, Ryan Paevey and Bradford Anderson!
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One of General Hospital’s newest cast members, Kayden Brenna Tokarski attends her first GHFCW event.
Check out some more arrival images featuring: Laura Wright (Carly), Cassandra James (Terry), Carolyn Hennesy (Diane) and more in the gallery below.
Michael Fairman TV will be adding more images to this post in the day ahead.
So, were you glad to see so many of your GH favorites attending this year’s General Hospital Fan Club Weekend? Let us know via the comment section.
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