Let’s get one thing straight—or rather, let’s not. François Arnaud has never been interested in fitting neatly into boxes, whether that’s on-screen or in his personal life. And while fans may joke that his DMs are “double the fun,” the truth behind that visibility is something much more meaningful: honesty, ease, and a refusal to live quietly for anyone else’s comfort.
Arnaud publicly came out as bisexual in 2020 with a thoughtful, deeply personal message shared on Instagram—one that resonated across LGBTQ+ spaces for its clarity and lack of apology.
“Perhaps out of fear of oversharing. Under the guise of privacy, maybe. Probably because ‘masculinity’ is a most fragile currency, ready to nose-dive at the first sign of vulnerability or difference,” he wrote, naming a reality many bi men know all too well.
He followed that with a statement that left zero room for misinterpretation:
“I’ve always considered myself bisexual. Not confused or trying to look edgy. Not disloyal. Not ashamed. Not invisible.”
Why He Spoke Up—And Why It Felt Right
Speaking later on Radio Andy, Arnaud reflected on that moment and why he chose to come out publicly when he did.
“It had just come to a point where I didn’t care about the reaction and that’s why I did it,” he shared.
That decision wasn’t about headlines or statements—it was about no longer wanting to participate in silence.
“I was like, ‘This is just not worth it to me anymore. And I just don’t want to [lie] by omission,’” he explained, adding that omission can quietly turn into something heavier. “It tells a story of shame; of a shame I didn’t feel about myself, and that’s where I wasn’t comfortable anymore.”
That distinction matters. Arnaud didn’t come out because he felt broken or incomplete—he came out because hiding felt dishonest. And for bisexual men, especially those in the public eye, that clarity is powerful.
Did Coming Out Affect His Career?
The question inevitably comes up: did it change anything professionally? Arnaud’s answer is refreshingly grounded.
“I don’t know if it affected my career path or not,” he said honestly.
What he does know is what matters most to him.
“I love being an actor. It’s my favorite thing in the world.” Fame, he added, was never the goal. “I’m not ever chasing fame, but certainly chasing success and opportunity, and all that.” And perhaps most telling of all: “I love my life and that’s really important to me.”
That mindset feels especially resonant in an industry that often pressures queer actors to calculate every move. Arnaud didn’t wait for permission or reassurance. He chose peace.
What’s Next: A Darker Turn
Professionally, Arnaud is very much booked and busy. Fresh off turning heads—and breaking a few hearts—as Scott Hunter in Heated Rivalry, he’s stepping into a very different lane. Arnaud will star in the upcoming survival thriller Someone’s Daughter, signaling a pivot toward darker, more psychologically intense storytelling.
It’s a reminder that being open about who you are doesn’t limit range—it expands it.
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Visibility Without Apology
François Arnaud’s story isn’t about being “brave” in the way the media often frames coming out. It’s about comfort. It’s about refusing to let silence speak for you. And yes, it’s about being bisexual, visible, and still thriving—creatively, personally, and professionally.
Double the DMs? Maybe. But more importantly: double the honesty, double the freedom, and zero regrets.