Analyze My Gay Awakening Characters
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Lots of queer people have a few fictional character crushes that helped them realize their identity. If you've had a "wait, do I want to be them or be with them?" moment, this quiz is for you.
Give us the names and the deets of your top gay awakening character crushes, and we'll provide a highly scientific (and maybe slightly judgmental) analysis of what your taste says about you.
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Gay Awakening Crushes
Our readers have been having a blast sharing their top gay awakening characters and finding community. Here are a few characters and celebrities we've seen mentioned a lot.
- Basically everyone from Percy Jackson — We see you, PJO fans. Lots of folks seem to thirst after Percy, Will, Nico, Annabeth, and Piper. Want to know which PJO character would like you back?
- Billie Eilish – The Grammy-winning singer known for her unique style. Need we say more?
- Characters from Helluva Boss and Hazbin Hotel – Specifically mentioned for their diverse LGBTQ+ representation. One user shared: "After watching... with all the LGBTQ+ characters I started to question myself."
- Elizabeth Swann from Pirates of the Caribbean – The swashbuckling, sandy-haired pirate from the POTC franchise... Move over, Will Turner/Orlando Bloom.
- Legolas and Aragorn from Lord of the Rings – Heroic and stoic, what's not to like about these two heartthrobs from Middle Earth?
- Lisa from BLACKPINK – Ok, not a fictional character, but the world-famous K-pop rapper and dancer was listed as a primary awakening alongside other modern pop icons.
- Nick and Charlie from Heartstopper – Readers mentioned this adorable couple, with classic golden retriever - black cat energy.
- Ryan Reynolds — The likable Hollywood Star from Deadpool. Sounds like Blake Lively has competition.
- Reneé Rapp – The actress and singer (known for Mean Girls). Lots of our bi and lesbian readers seemed to love this talented celeb.
- She-Ra from She-Ra and the Princesses of Power – The powerful, sword-wielding hero. A reader mentioned that watching the show "opened the portal to the LGBTQ+ world" for them.
- Timothée Chalamet – Since his breakout role in Call Me by Your Name, Chalamet has become a definitive "gay awakening" figure for a generation, with his raw and vulnerable portrayal of queer first love.
- Vanessa (the "emo chick") from Phineas and Ferb – The cool, dark-aesthetic daughter of Dr. Doofenshmirtz. As two readers put it: "She was my lesbian awakening..." and "Ferb got competition!"
- Vi and the women of Arcane – The tough, pink-haired brawler from the League of Legends series.
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The Best Friend – A classic trope. While definitely not a fictional character, by far the most mentioned "awakening" was a real-life best friend. You're not alone if you're a baby gay who crushed on their BFF. If you want to see if you're really crushing on them, take our quiz.
Navigating your queer identity can be an exciting, confusing, and deeply personal journey. Fictional characters often play a significant role, offering reflections, aspirations, and a sense of belonging when you’re figuring things out. But understanding yourself goes beyond crushes.
Want practical advice on exploring your identity and finding your community? Start here:
- Read about other people's gay awakenings here.
- Get advice on how to come out.
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Take our quiz on sexuality to see where you land on the LGBTQ+ spectrum.
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