Who Says Coming‑Out Has to Be a Big Deal?
When the world first saw Cara Delevingne walk out of a photo shoot, she didn’t feel the need to play the traditional coming‑out card. She’s a 29‑year‑old model‑actress who loves people of all genders, and for her, the “big announcement” was simply saying “I love who I love”. No cape needed, no flash parade.
It Wasn’t a “Coming‑Out” Attendee
- “It’s hard to call it a coming‑out story, because I never really came out.”
- “I just decided to put my cards on the table – no elaborate ceremony, just pure honesty.”
- “I was done with being ashamed of who I loved. Love is love, and we should all be able to love freely.”
Her Message to the Younger Cara
When Vogue asked for a pep talk, she didn’t skimp on the wisdom. She told her 15‑year‑old self to “Love yourself.” She added a dash of humor to keep it real:
“It sounds so cliche, but I would also say accept yourself, be yourself. No matter what that means, good or bad. Just to take yourself as you are.”
“And lift your head up high. That doesn’t mean to not speak up, or not say the truth. It means to be proud. Be proud of who you are, no matter what that means.”
Why the LGBTQ+ Community Is More Than Family
Being celebrated as one of Vogue’s 12 LGBTQ+ cover stars feels like a badge. But she clarifies that for her it’s not just about recognition; it’s about belonging.
- “Being part of the LGBTQ+ community feels like a joyous adventure.”
- “It’s the connections you form, the shared stories, the moments that make the world a little brighter.”
- “Family is essential, but the community is, in my view, even more extraordinary.”
In Cara’s words: “No matter where you’re from, who you are, or how old you are—this community ties us together in ways that go beyond blood.”
So, while the coming‑out ritual might have been a classroom lesson for some, for Cara it was simply a heartfelt “I’m in love, and it’s all good.” The message? Love is love, celebrate yourself, and let the community keep your heart full.
