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Gracie McGraw Comes Out as Queer

The 28-year-old actress revealed her LGBTQ+ identity on Instagram, highlighting Pride’s roots in Black and brown trans resistance.

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Gracie McGraw attends the 9th annual Broadway for Self Help Africa Benefit Concert at The Cutting Room in New York City on April 15, 2024.
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Overview

  • On June 2, Gracie McGraw used her Instagram Story to publicly declare her queer identity for the first time, writing “Happy freaking Pride. I love being queer.”
  • She shared a graphic stating “Pride began as a riot led by Black and brown trans activists” to acknowledge the holiday’s origins.
  • McGraw attended her father’s May 31 performance at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, supporting Tim McGraw’s return to the stage after a year-long hiatus for multiple surgeries.
  • The 28-year-old has built a growing acting resume with roles in Tyler Perry’s series “If Loving You Is Wrong,” an off-Broadway run of “Babe,” and a recent Carnegie Hall appearance.
  • Gracie’s parents have a record of LGBTQ+ advocacy, with Faith Hill publicly backing queer artists in the past and Tim McGraw lauding her strength, talent, and independence.