Ryan O’Connell, who stars in Peacock’s “Queer as Folk,” says Hollywood has shifted away from gay-themed projects. In comments summarized by multiple outlets, O’Connell argues that the current slate of productions does not reflect the reality of the world today and characterizes the change as a “real shame.” He also suggests the industry has returned to a more mainstream approach, using a comparison referencing “Tim Allen’s world” to describe what he sees as a retreat from stories centered on LGBTQ characters and themes.
The reports are based on O’Connell’s remarks and do not cite specific titles, production counts, or dates to document the trend he describes. Both outlets frame his comments as a critique of how gay content is represented—or less frequently produced—in the current Hollywood environment. There is no additional corroborating reporting included in the provided excerpts, and the statements should be understood as O’Connell’s perspective on broader industry priorities and creative decisions.
