Reneé Rapp, the rising Broadway star and a lead actress in HBO’s hit comedy series The Sex Lives of College Girls (SLOCG), recently opened up about her journey of self-discovery as a bisexual person. In an interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Rapp talked about growing up in a conservative town and struggling with her sexuality, particularly after witnessing the ostracization of a queer family member.
Despite her successful career, Rapp said that she faced a great deal of anxiety while filming the first season of SLOCG due to her queer identity. She recounted how some of the straight and gay men on set would question her sexuality, making her feel insecure and doubt herself.
However, Rapp has since embraced her bisexuality and is now a role model for young LGBTQ+ fans. While discussing her journey, Rapp acknowledged the challenges of accepting one’s identity in a heteronormative society, particularly for those living in conservative communities. She hopes that her story can help others who may be struggling with their sexuality to find self-acceptance and feel comfortable in their own skin.
Rapp’s openness about her experiences with bisexuality is a reminder that despite the progress made in recent years, coming out and living as an LGBTQ+ person can still be a challenging process. However, through representation and advocacy, Rapp and others in the entertainment industry are making strides towards greater acceptance and understanding.