“In the ’90s it was very difficult.
And in Hollywood it was looked upon not well.”
“I put myself through conversion therapy because I didn’t wanna be gay.
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And I really struggled and struggled and struggled with it,” says Yost.
Yost admits being a recognizable face likely compounded his struggle to accept his sexual orientation.
“In the beginning, I certainly didn’t want people to know that I was gay.
The ‘Mighty Morphin Power Rangers’ cast.Everett Collection
So it was a growth process but in a completely different way.
And I don’t know.
He also says he’s heard from fans who have found comfort in his journey to personal acceptance.
David Yost in 2018.Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images
‘I’m a computer IT person.’
‘I’m a doctor.’
And so, thank you.'
It’s amazing.”
