Overview

• Hemsley confirmed on Aug. 25 that he is gay, writing that he wanted to share the truth himself after others tried to define him online.
• His statement followed a TikTok by Robert Sepúlveda Jr. that allegedly shared private messages and claimed he sent nude photos, which news outlets have reported but not independently verified.
• Hemsley, who was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, said his upbringing made his path to self-acceptance more complicated.
• Influencer Grant Gibbs, whose video helped drive the speculation, has apologized for commenting on Hemsley’s sexuality.
• Comments on Hemsley’s post were largely supportive, and a Crumbl spokesperson said he declined further comment as the brand with over 1,000 locations maintained limited public response.