35 famous queer dads living their dream

Stepping out from the limelight, some of our favorite celebrities open their personal albums, giving us a candid look into their most cherished roles: being dads. This slideshow showcases famous queer fathers who, amidst the glamour and the paparazzi, find their truest joys in the simple, shared moments with their children.

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These individuals, from diverse spheres of life, exemplify how love and responsible parenting are not bound by traditional family models. Featured in this gallery are well-known personalities, including the effortlessly chic Tan France, the astute Anderson Cooper, the lively Andy Cohen, the approachable Luke Macfarlane, the legendary Elton John, and the insightful Karamo Brown. Each of these fathers, with their unique narratives, contributes to painting a broader, more inclusive picture of parenthood.

As these celebrated dads break barriers and set new narratives, they not only inspire their fans but also pave the way for a more inclusive, accepting world.

Lee Daniels

Dennis O’Hare and Hugo Redwood

Alec Mapa and Jamison Hebert

Fredrick Eklund and Derek Kaplan

Tan France

Jason Bolden and Adair Curtis

Cheyenne Jackson and Jason Landau

Karamo Brown

Denis O’Hare and Hugo Redwood

Ricky Martin

Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka

Lance Bass

Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent

Luke Macfarlane

Pete and Chasten Buttigieg

Greg Berlanti and Robbie Rodgers

BD Wong

Elton John and David Furnish

Anderson Cooper

Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Justin Mikita

Andy Cohen

Anthony Rapp

Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black

Peter Dundas