Dancing On Ice star Matt Evers previously opened up about his sexuality, revealing his uncle’s death inspired him to come out.
The pro skater was a staple on the ITV1 show from 2006 to 2023. Over the years, he was partnered with the likes of Patsy Palmer and Denise Welch.
More than 20 years ago, Matt – who is on Pointless Celebrities today (February 1) – faced a family heartbreak when his beloved uncle passed away. And his death ended up being the reason Matt came out.
The former Dancing On Ice star opened up about a family loss (Credit: ITV)
Dancing On Ice Matt Evers on uncle’s death
In a previous interview, Dancing On Ice star Matt – who came out as gay in 2018 – opened up about his sexuality.
Talking to Attitude magazine, he shared that his openly gay uncle sadly died of an AIDS-related illness more than 20 years ago.
“I didn’t know I was gay at the time, but when he was dying it hit me really hard that he didn’t know the love of his mum, my grandmothers. They were strict Catholics at the tip of the Bible Belt,” Matt revealed.
The skater was inspired by his uncle’s death (Credit; ITV)
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