Absolutely. Look at me. I'm a WWE superstar and to be honest with you, I'll tell you right now, I'm gay. And I'm happy. I'm very happy.
Darren is the first-ever openly gay wrestler in the WWE.
WWE reacts
On TMZ this morning, WWE Superstar Darren Young revealed to the WWE Universe that he is gay. WWE is proud of Darren Young for being open about his sexuality, and we will continue to support him as a WWE Superstar. Today, in fact, Darren will be participating in one of our Be A STAR anti-bullying rallies in Los Angeles to teach children how to create positive environments for everyone regardless of age, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Darren's colleagues show their support
Titus O'Neil: I'm VERY PROUD of @DarrenYoungWWE He's been like Family 2Me&My Kids And that won't Change! #ImInFullSupportOfDarren pic.twitter.com/zaRJJOhyO0
Triple H: Congratulations, @DarrenYoungWWE for living YOUR life, YOUR way. #proud
Stephanie McMahon: Congratulations to @DarrenYoungWWE for being the first openly gay WWE Superstar!
Bret Hart: Im more than proud of Darren Young for having the courage to come out. The trust is that WWE & Pro Wrestling in general have long been ahead of the curve when it comes to accepting sexual orientations
Jim Ross: @StephMcMahon: Congratulations to @DarrenYoungWWE for being the first openly gay WWE Superstar!’ I second that. #NonIssue
Rosa Mendes: @DarrenYoungWWE I’m so proud of you!! See you this week!!
Gregory Helms: Good job @DarrenYoungWWE Respect!! Somewhere my friend Kanyon is smiling down.
Matt Morgan: ENORMOUS courage out of @DarrenYoungWWE today! U should be very proud of urself Darren! #WhatAGreatExampleForOthers
Chavo Guerrero: Huge support for @DarrenYoungWWE !! Great guy & great wrestler! Kudos for @JohnCena supporting comments too”
Josh Matthews: Very proud to be apart of @WWE today. Tremendous show of courage from @DarrenYoungWWE
David Otunga: I’m proud of @DarrenYoungWWE for his courageous decision. He’s a genuinely good dude and one of the most talented performers in @WWE
Drew McIntyre: History in our business will remember @DarrenYoungWWE as a pioneer with the courage to say proud, this is who I am. Hell of a talent & a man
Renee Young: Happy for @DarrenYoungWWE! Big moment for him and everyone else. Happy for you, bud!
Curt Hawkins: Wow! @DarrenYoungWWE is fearless. This is a historic day for the sport of professional wrestling. Good for you D-Young!
Evan Bourne: Nothing but love and respect for my dude @DarrenYoungWWE!
Zack Ryder: Proud of you bro @DarrenYoungWWE
I know Darren personally. Darren’s a great guy. That’s a very bold move for him. And congratulations for him for actually finally doing it.
For us, it’s entertainment … and if you’re entertaining, you shouldn’t be judged by race, creed, color or sexuality… as long as you’re entertaining.