Tyler James Williams addresses his sexuality

Tyler James Williams called out the "very dangerous" culture of sexuality speculation.

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00:00Tyler James Williams has addressed the speculation regarding his sexuality.

00:04The Abbott Elementary actor posted a note to his Instagram account over the weekend.

00:08Quote, I'm not gay, but I think the culture of trying to find some kind of hidden trait

00:12or behavior that a closeted person lets slip is very dangerous, he wrote.

00:17Overanalyzing someone's behavior in an attempt to catch them directly contributes to the

00:21anxiety a lot of queer and queer questioning people feel when they fear living in their

00:25truth.

00:26James went on to say that this sort of speculation can make everyday conversations feel less

00:30safe for members of the LGBTQ plus community and those who are questioning their sexuality.

00:35He added that it also reinforces an archetype that straight men have to live under that

00:39can limit individual expression and said that he hopes to use his platform to push back

00:43against that.

00:44Quote, being straight doesn't look one way, being gay doesn't look one way, he wrote,

00:48and what may seem like harmless fun and conversation may actually be sending a dangerous message

00:52to those who struggle with real issues.

00:54I refuse to inadvertently contribute to that message.

00:57He concluded with a wish of safety and visibility to all queer and queer questioning individuals

01:02as pride month begins.

01:04Quote, as an ally, I continue to be committed to assisting in that where I can, Williams

01:08said and helping to cultivate a future where we are all accepted and given permission to

01:13be ourselves.