Five Years Later, Michael Sam Is Doing Just Fine, Thanks
But it was a hell of a time to get here.Â
March 25 2019 8:00 AM
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Michael Sam
Openly gay athlete.Michael Sam is an openly gay American football player, and received huge national attention in 2013 when he came out while still a lineman on the University of Missouri's football team. Sam was named the SEC Defensive Player of the Year in 2013, and is currently a free-agent seeking a a regular spot on an NFL team.
Michael Sam Writes Letter Warning Against Missouri’s Anti-Gay Law
"This so-called 'religious liberty' bill is just another way to undermine the dignity of LGBT people and their families."
April 04 2016 3:16 PM
Michael Sam Covers Attitude: 'If By Living My life, I Can Save Someone, I Would Do it Again'
The former NFL player embodies the 'All American' man in Attitude's May issue
March 29 2016 1:18 PM
NFL and Rams Reportedly Made Michael Sam Draft Deal to Save Face
Michael Sam: "I'm not surprised at all."
March 24 2016 4:40 PM
Hollywood Medium's Tyler Henry Opens Up About Being a Gay Psychic
Hollywood Medium will feature readings with Boy George, Michael Sam, and Margaret Cho.
December 22 2015 3:00 PM
Watch: Michael Sam & Vito Cammisano On Why They Support #SpiritDay
Today, GLAAD urges people to stand together in support of LGBT youth and to stop bullying.
October 15 2015 10:09 AM
WATCH: Michael Sam Thinks He Came Out Too Soon
He believes he would now be on a roster if he’d waited to announce he’s gay.
September 29 2015 4:38 PM
Op-Ed: Michael Sam: The Typical Millennial
As any person of color understands: We don't get to feel entitled.
August 17 2015 2:00 PM
Michael Sam Taking Break from Football
The 25-year-old defensive end cited mental health reasons for his exit.
August 15 2015 3:36 PM
WATCH: Michael Sam's Return to Football
Michael Sam became the first openly gay player to appear in a Canadian Football League game Friday night
August 10 2015 11:58 AM
Are Michael Sam & Vito Cammisano Over?
The couple have reportedly taken a one-way trip to Splittsville.Â
June 30 2015 1:40 PM
Michael Sam Signs Two-Year Deal With Montreal Alouettes of Canadian Football League
The first openly gay NFL draft pick signs with the CFL's Montreal Alouettes
May 22 2015 12:51 PM
Michael Sam Eliminated from 'DWTS' After Emotional Performance
The athlete’s final number was inspired by coming out and his relationship with his father
April 08 2015 2:30 PM
Watch: Michael Sam's 'Dancing With The Stars' Premiere
He and partner Peta Murgatroyd danced to 'Uptown Funk'
March 17 2015 11:36 AM
Michael Sam Was 'Pretty Damn Sure' He Liked Dudes After His First Gay Experience
 'I will see if maybe I'm not gay, maybe it's a phase.' Spoiler: 'twasn't.
February 16 2015 12:54 PM
Michael Sam on Meeting Gay NFL Legend Dave Kopay
'Small heroes can change society every day. It just takes time,' says Sam.
January 13 2015 10:00 AM
Michael Sam Talks to Oprah About Being Bullied by His Brothers
'They used to abuse me daily.'
December 27 2014 2:15 PM
OWN to Air Michael Sam Documentary Dec. 27
Oprah will talk to Sam in his first interview since being cut from the NFL.
December 11 2014 4:00 PM