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Barry Diller Reveals Gay Identity, Friendship Remains Strong

10/16/2025

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Barry Diller publicly came out as gay in his memoir "Who Knew," published in May 2025.
In a Variety interview, Diane von Furstenberg stated that Diller's sexuality does not change their relationship, saying, “What’s the difference? I don’t understand.”
She noted her previous marriage to Prince Egon von Fürstenberg, who came out as bisexual after their separation.
Barry Diller explained his reluctance to disclose his sexuality due to fears of revealing personal secrets.
Both have maintained a strong partnership despite these revelations.

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Story summary

Barry Diller publicly came out as gay in his memoir "Who Knew," published in May 2025.
In a Variety interview, Diane von Furstenberg stated that Diller's sexuality does not change their relationship, saying, “What’s the difference? I don’t understand.”
She noted her previous marriage to Prince Egon von Fürstenberg, who came out as bisexual after their separation.
Barry Diller explained his reluctance to disclose his sexuality due to fears of revealing personal secrets.
Both have maintained a strong partnership despite these revelations.