Actor Lukas Gage is opening up once again about his sexuality — this time with a mix of honesty, humor, and the kind of candidness that has made him a fan favorite. In a recent interview, Gage joked that he’s “10 percent straight,” a line that quickly caught attention online but also carried a deeper message about fluidity and self-identity.
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Gage, known for his roles in The White Lotus, You, and Euphoria, has long rejected the pressure to define himself strictly. Instead, he’s embraced the evolving and personal nature of sexual orientation. “I don’t really like boxes,” he said during the conversation. “If I had to put it into numbers, maybe I’m like… 10 percent straight? I don’t know. It depends on the day.”
Listen, while it’s playful banter between Owen and Lukas, I can’t help but be triggered by this conversation. Not in some overly dramatic meltdown type of way, but as someone who identifies as bisexual, I found myself hitting every beat of this conversation with a friend, once or twice.
His lighthearted comment sparked laughter, but it also resonated with fans who appreciated his willingness to be transparent without conforming to rigid labels. Many praised him for normalizing discussions about fluidity, especially in Hollywood, where identity is often scrutinized.
Gage went on to explain that humor helps him talk about topics that people sometimes take too seriously. “If you can make someone laugh, they’re more open to understanding,” he noted. “It’s just my way of being real.”
The actor’s openness comes at a time when conversations around sexuality are broadening, especially among younger generations who increasingly reject traditional categories. Gage’s comment, though playful, fits squarely into this cultural shift — one that champions authenticity over expectation.
It feels like your proximity to queerness is often questioned, especially if you find multiple genders attractive. In predominantly straight circles, I would say it’s even worse. And honestly, it’s pretty difficult to explain each specific sexual scenario that you do and don’t prefer as someone who is not 100% gay. My hot take: Nobody is 100% anything, and environment dictates how we tap into that, but I digress.
Fans online shared supportive messages, with some saying his words made them feel seen, while others simply enjoyed his trademark wit. Either way, Gage’s “10 percent straight” remark has become another memorable moment in his growing reputation for being refreshingly unfiltered.
As for whether the percentage may change in the future? Gage shrugged it off with a smile: “Maybe next week I’ll be 12 percent. Who knows?”
