Celeb Parents' Unconditional Love for LGBTQ+ Children

A number of celebrities have publicly shared their pride and advocacy for their LGBTQ+ children, using their platforms to champion acceptance and visibility. As Pride Month concluded in June 2026, these stars are highlighted for their unwavering support.

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade have been vocal allies for their transgender daughter, Zaya. Union emphasized creating a safe home environment, stating, "Our home will never be a safe space for bigots." Jennifer Lopez introduced her child using gender-neutral pronouns at a 2022 performance.

Marlon Wayans revealed in 2023 that his child, Kai, is transgender and uses they/them pronouns. He expressed pride in Kai's journey and his own as a parent, stating, "I'm proud that they're showing up for their child." Magic Johnson initially struggled with his son EJ coming out as gay but eventually credited EJ with changing him.

Robert De Niro voiced strong support for his transgender daughter, Airyn, stating, "I loved and supported Zaya as my son, and now I love and support Airyn as my daughter." Sally Field has been a long-time advocate for her gay son, Sam, sharing her journey of supporting him as he embraced his identity.

Jamie Lee Curtis revealed in 2021 that her youngest child identifies as a transgender woman, acknowledging her own learning process. Marcia Gay Harden shared in 2023 that all three of her adult children are part of the LGBTQ+ community, with one being non-binary, one gay, and one fluid.

Barbra Streisand has supported her son Jason Gould since he came out as gay in the 1980s. Charlize Theron's eldest child identified as a girl at age three, with Theron emphasizing a parent's role is not to decide a child's identity. Annette Bening and Warren Beatty have proudly supported their transgender son, Stephen Ira Beatty.

Miley Cyrus came out as pansexual in 2015, with parents Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus offering open-minded support. Dean McDermott's son Jack came out as gay, and another child, Liam, identifies as transgender, with both exes, Tori Spelling and McDermott, providing a safe space.

These parents' stories underscore a commitment to unconditional love and support for their children's authentic selves.