CHELY WRIGHT AND LAUREN BLITZER
The LGBTQ community wouldn’t enjoy the level of acceptance it does today without the support of some key advocates. One of those standout figures is Lauren Blitzer. For those who might not know, she’s married to the famous country music star, Chely Wright. The couple announced their engagement in early 2011 and tied the knot a few months later. Thankfully, Connecticut recognizes civil unions for same-sex couples, making their union official.
To top it all off, the couple announced that Chely was expecting not one, but two babies—yes, twins! Who wouldn’t be thrilled with that news? Their future looks bright, as both moms are committed to giving them all the love and support they could ever need.
RICKY MARTIN AND JWAN YOSEF
Ricky Martin surprised everyone when he came out as gay, but he made headlines again when he announced his marriage to Jwan Yosef. After dating for a few months, Ricky knew Jwan was the one and proposed. According to Ricky, even though their relationship took time to develop, he felt it was love at first sight.
Before their relationship got serious, Ricky Martin and Jwan Yosef often chatted casually on the phone about their life experiences—it wasn’t romantic at first. But after six months, their friendship blossomed into something more. Now, they’re happily co-parenting their twins, Valentino and Matteo, in their cozy home, which is equipped with a home security system. They frequently share their joy on social media, aiming to inspire other gay couples to live openly and happily.