Sophia Bush kicked off Pride Month 2024 by sharing a heartfelt message of inspiration.
Actress Sophia Bush, known for her role in the TV series “One Tree Hill,” recently took to Instagram to share a powerful message with her 4.6 million followers. In a brief comment on her story, she urged her fans to embrace their true selves and take pride in their identity.
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The vibrant design conveyed a powerful message: “Pride is crucial because there are still individuals who believe they would be better off dead than embracing their true selves.”
Bush, who publicly embraced their queer identity in April, expressed a heartfelt message of self-acceptance. They reassured readers that they are worthy and encouraged them to have patience in finding their own community. According to Bush, discovering one’s true self is a valuable journey that is worth the effort.
In the following slide of her narrative, the social activist shared a comment from @third_eye_thirst that expressed the following sentiment: “Your genuine nature possesses an incredible ability to heal. By simply being yourself and embracing your existence, you are making a significant contribution. People may feel inspired, captivated, threatened, or provoked by your innate self, but none of it is a reflection of who you truly are. Remember your purpose for being here.”
In the April 2024 issue of Glamour, Bush openly acknowledged her relationship with former professional soccer player Ashlyn Harris. Confirming the rumors that had been circulating, the actress revealed that she and Harris were more than just friends. This revelation came after Bush’s divorce filing from Grant Hughes in August 2023 and Harris’ separation from her wife, Ali Krieger, in September. Entertainment Tonight was the first to report on the budding romance between Bush and Harris.
Neither Bush nor Harris confirmed their relationship for months until Sophia Bush, the lead actress of “John Tucker Must Die,” spoke openly about her new romance and shared an update on her sexuality in an interview with Glamour magazine.
“I found myself under increasing pressure from online strangers as the day went on, eagerly awaiting my next post. It’s a peculiar aspect of public life that one must learn to navigate. So, I settled myself down and carefully selected a photograph. It was a black-and-white image capturing us running away from the camera. Looking back now, I can’t help but recognize the bittersweet irony. I crafted a beautiful narrative about the individuals in that picture. However, it was just that – a narrative.”
