Why are so few actors in Hollywood out of the closet?

Question: Why are so few actors in Hollywood out of the closet!?
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They're afraid it will cost them work!. The only openly gay Hollywood actor that I can think of off the top of my head is Rupert Everett, and while he's well known, he's not in the superstar league!. It makes a very interesting contrast to Britain where gay actors are accepted a lot more - look at John Barrowman who practically has National Treasure status in Britain - he's out and proud!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Because they're afraid of being shunned!. Either that, or they're straightWww@QuestionHome@Com