Matthew Hyndman, known for his role in the TV series “Traitors,” recently shared his harrowing experience of escaping gay conversion therapy in his twenties. The creative director, who made headlines for his bold actions on the show, revealed that his church in Northern Ireland attempted to change his sexuality while he served as a missionary.
Raised in a tight-knit church community, Matthew faced pressure to “confess and repent” after coming out. Instead of complying, he founded the Ben Conversion Therapy movement in 2020, advocating for a ban on attempts to alter a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity.
In a poignant column for The Independent, Matthew reflected on the internal struggle he faced due to his sexuality conflicting with his religious beliefs. Despite pressure from his mission leaders to undergo therapy and publicly repent, he stood firm in rejecting these coercive measures.
Having relocated to London to start anew, Matthew spoke of the estrangement from his family and the profound changes in his life. His story resonates as efforts to outlaw conversion therapy for LGBTQ individuals gain momentum, albeit facing delays in implementation.
As fans eagerly await the return of “The Traitors” on BBC One, recent plot developments have sparked intrigue among viewers. The latest episode saw dramatic confrontations and unexpected alliances, setting the stage for further suspense in the upcoming episodes.
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