Ellen Page Comes Out of the Closet During Speech to Human Rights Campaign

Ellen Page Gives Emotional ‘Coming Out’ Speech in Front of Hundreds (ABC News)

American actress Ellen Page has come out as gay, saying she’s “tired of hiding” and “tired of lying by omission.”

With a slightly trembling voice, the “Juno” star delivered an impassioned speech on Valentine’s Day in front of hundreds at the Human Rights Campaign Foundation “Time to Thrive” conference in Las Vegas.

“I’m here today because I am gay,” Page said, pausing briefly after receiving a standing ovation from audience members. “And because maybe I can make a difference to help others have an easier and more hopeful time.”