TL;DR
- Michael Johnston stars in ‘Obsession’ as Bear.
- He came out publicly in 2023.
- Johnston’s roles have inspired many LGBTQ fans.
- He gained fame from ‘Teen Wolf’ and ‘Endangered Species.’
- The film ‘Obsession’ has received critical acclaim.
Hold onto your popcorn, folks, because Michael Johnston is taking the film world by storm! The handsome gay star of the hit thriller Obsession is not just another pretty face; he’s a beacon of representation for the LGBTQ community. If you’ve been living under a rock, you might remember him as the charming Corey from Teen Wolf or from the action-packed flick Endangered Species, but now he’s heating up the silver screen in a whole new way.
In Obsession, Johnston plays Bear, a shy music store employee who wishes for love from his childhood crush, Nikki. But be careful what you wish for, because things take a dark turn that leaves Bear fighting for his life! The film, directed by Curry Barker, has already garnered a whopping 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, making it one of the must-see horror flicks of the year.
But let’s get to the juicy bits: Johnston came out on social media in 2023 while dating filmmaker Anthony Sellitti, and he’s not shy about discussing his journey. In a recent interview, he opened up about how playing a gay character at just 19 years old was a “total coincidence” but also a pivotal moment in his life. “If I’m being honest, that was really scary, especially coming from North Carolina — the Bible Belt,” he admitted. Yet, his portrayal resonated deeply with fans, especially those from the LGBTQ community.
Johnston revealed, “I did get thousands of messages and letters from fans thanking me, saying how much my character in Teen Wolf helped them. I had no idea what that representation would mean to so many people.” Can we get a round of applause for that kind of impact? 🙌
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He continued, “I am very proud of who I am. But at the same time, I wasn’t sitting there thinking about how meaningful that representation would be.” This humble star approaches every role with honesty and a quest for humanity, proving that love is universal. “A character’s sexuality isn’t the first thing I’m looking at. It’s more important that I connect with the story,” he said.
As Gay Times has pointed out, Johnston is one of the breakout stars of 2026, and his leading role is expected to propel Obsession into box office history. The film was made on a modest budget of $750K, but it’s already shaping up to be a major success.
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So, whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering this rising star, one thing’s for sure: Michael Johnston is here to stay, and he’s bringing his fabulousness along for the ride. Don’t miss out on his journey as he continues to break barriers in Hollywood!
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