How did the rumors that Fernando Colunga is gay start?
Posted on 09/13/23 at 15:15
- Fernando Colunga is a successful actor.
- There are many rumors about his sexuality.
- His famous friends weigh in.
Fernando Colunga was born on March 3, 1966, in Mexico City and is known for his leading roles in several highly successful telenovelas on Televisa.
However, throughout his career, he has been plagued by rumors that continue to follow him to this day.
Because he has never had a public relationship, it’s often said that he’s gay.
It’s important to note that Colunga is extremely private about his personal life, so that leaves him open to rumors and inuendo.
Is Fernando Colunga gay? His personal life
Actor Fernando Colunga, who made his debut in the telenovela Dulce Desafío as a double for Eduardo Yáñez, is one of the most sought-after bachelors on Mexican TV.
He rarely grants interviews, especially about his personal life.
On one occasion, he appeared on Noche de Luz and addressed rumors that he’s gay.
He said that he doesn’t have an easygoing personality, which is why he chooses to stay out of the spotlight. Is that true?
Fernando Colunga’s personal and professional plans
During this conversation, Fernando also stated that, contrary to what people may think, he is not afraid of marriage, but it’s not in his life plans.
On the other hand, he revealed that he would like to become a father at some point, although for one reason or another, it hasn’t happened yet.
It’s worth noting that his most recent project was the series El Secreto de la Familia Greco, which was very well received.
As for television, his last role was in the telenovela Pasión y Poder, where he portrayed the character Eladio Gómez Luna Altamirano.
Rumors that he’s gay
In an interview with Gustavo Adolfo Infante in 2008, which is available on YouTube, Fernando Colunga said:
«Well, they won’t ask me that,» in response to whether anyone has asked if he is really gay. But that wasn’t all.
«And if they were to ask, I’d say no, and that’s it, right? And if I were, I’d say yes, so what?,» the actor continued.
Finally, he stated that he has no problem with that rumor, but everyone has to live their life as they see fit.
Fernando Colunga dismisses the rumors
Calmly, although with evident weariness, Fernando Colunga stated in this conversation that no one can judge how others live.
«It makes a big impression on me to think that someone can dedicate so much time to it,» the actor commented.
Furthermore, he said that all these rumors are ultimately energy that people are dedicating to him.
«I don’t have to convince anyone of it either,» Colunga said, laughing at the claims that he stayed at Televisa because of a romance with a producer.
Cristina Saralegui also addressef the rumors about Colunga
On an episode of El Show de Cristina the TV presenter refused to stay silent.
«Fernando doesn’t go on any television program. He calls me ‘mami’ because I know everything about him, and I’ve heard everything from him,» she said.
The journalist wanted to make it clear once and for all that the actor is not gay.




