They haven’t been in this fearful world with me for 34 years.” Speaking of previous partners, she said: “No disrespect to them, but the relationships have only been a small part of my life. She did not give any details but with a beaming smile she said: “It’s the first time I’ve had someone who I don’t introduce as a PA or friend.”ĭame Kelly has broken her silence during Pride Month (Image: Sunday Mirror) However, telling the public was a different matter.ĭame Kelly revealed she does have a partner. The moment this comes out, I’m essentially getting rid of that fear.”ĭame Kelly's close friends and family have known for yeas she is gay. I feel like I’m going to explode with excitement. Read more: Martin Lewis' wife Lara Lewington forced to cover scars with 'very heavy make-up' after nasty crashĭame Kelly said: “I needed to do this now, for me. She said: 'There have been lots of dark times where I wished I could scream that I am gay – but I couldn’t.” Now, after years of pain, and fully aware of rumours about her sexuality, she is grateful to be breaking the news on her own terms. The Team GB star said that she had lived a 'secret life' for decades and wanted to end her silence in Pride Month.
The Olympic legend told The Sunday Mirror about breaking her 34-year silence to come out at the age of 52. Dame Kelly Holmes has come out as gay after 34 years and has told fans across the globe that she is 'finally free'.
