Rebecca Adlington’s ex-husband Harry Needs has come out as bisexual.
Harry, 28, took to Instagram to reveal that he felt ready to publicly address his sexuality after previously ‘avoiding’ the question ‘every day of his life so far’.
The personal trainer discussed his bisexuality during a question and answer session on his Stories, when a fan questioned what his sexuality is.
Coming out: Rebecca Adlington’s ex-husband Harry Needs has come out as bisexual
He replied: ‘This is a question I’ve avoided everyday of my life so far, mainly because I strongly dislike labels despite not knowing a solution to avoid them.
‘But if I had to answer I would people that I’ve always been bisexual #ahh.’
Harry told fans that he has known about his sexuality since the age of 13, but never previously felt the need to publicly address it after meeting Rebecca aged 17.
He told fans that being bisexual wasn’t a factor in the breakdown of their marriage.
Open: Harry, 28, took to Instagram to reveal that he felt ready to publicly address his sexuality after previously ‘avoiding’ the question ‘every day of his life so far
Explaining why he picked Sunday to come out, Harry wrote: ‘Today is #fathersday #pridemonth and the last #mensmentalhealthawareness week. I couldn;t waste an opportunity as gold as that.’
Harry shared a collage of images of himself and the daughter he shares with Rebecca, Summer, alongside a lengthy caption about Father’s Day.
‘Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there that embody the duty to inspire, teach, care and love their children the way they all children deserve too be loved.’
Golden: Explaining why he picked Sunday to come out, Harry wrote: ‘Today is #fathersday #pridemonth and the last #mensmentalhealthawareness week. I couldn;t waste an opportunity as gold as that’
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‘I can burst with excitement sometimes over how proud I am to be Summers dad, and I will cherish every single moment with this kid until my very last breath.
‘For any dads out their who made mistakes along the way (because we all have), grow beyond it, fix it and never stop trying to be that inspiration, role model and super hero.
Harry finished the post by giving a shout out to other bisexual dads, and wrote:
‘Never stop creating ourselves, we all deserve happier times. In honour of #pride Special shout out to all the bisexual dads out there, I see you, I hear you, I feel you.’
I hear you: Harry shared a collage of images of himself and the daughter he shares with Rebecca, Summer, alongside a lengthy caption about Father’s Day
After sharing the news with his fans, Harry followed up by answering any other questions his followers had about his sexuality.
One person queried whether he and Rebecca spilt because of it, and he said: ‘This is a question I already anticipation people asking, and I’m definitely happy to share the truth. @beckadlington and I, NEVER got divorced because of my sexuality.
‘Becky is an absolutely incredible supportive friend, and has been from the start and always will be. I will also NEVER share the details as to why me and Becky went our separate ways, I hope you can respect that.’
Honest: After sharing the news with his fans, Harry followed up by answering any other questions his followers had about his sexuality
Harry admitted he has been ‘content’ with his sexuality for years but said that it can feel ‘confusing’ to begin with, before adding he was there for anyone struggling.
He added: ‘Once I was married to Becky, there was no need for me to publicly share my sexuality but I hope my journey can inspire many others to be true to themselves… I’m always here to anyone who wants to reach out.’
The father-of-one also revealed that his friends and family were previously aware of his sexuality, he wants to share with his Instagram followers in the hope of helping.
Helping hand: The father-of-one also revealed that his friends and family were previously aware of his sexuality, he wants to share with his Instagram followers in the hope of helping
Love is love: A further post revealed that his family are ‘fully supportive’ of his choices as he said that they stand for equality in many aspects of life
A further post revealed that his family are ‘fully supportive’ of his choices as he said that they stand for equality in many aspects of life.
Harry also revealed that he has previously enjoyed long-lasting relationships with both sexes, as he added that he has ‘treasured’ every one.
He finished by saying: ‘I’ve been very fortunate with all the people I’ve crossed paths and grown with.’
Harry also offered advice on coming out to loved ones, and said: ‘Anyone that truly loves you will accept you for who you are.
‘It can take some time to adjust in some cases, but the respect you will have for yourself will be far greater and outweigh any negativity you receive.
‘I think sometimes you can overthink it, because it’s of such a personal and emotional importance… but my advice is to embrace it, share it and be your true self. Start a conversation. It’s as simple as that.’