How do Markiplier and Lio Tipton know each other? The YouTuber and The Edge of Sleep star has praised Lio after they came out as queer and non-binary.
Former America’s Next Top Model star and Crazy, Stupid, Love actor Lio Tipton has announced they are queer and non-binary.
Celebrities and fans have sent a lot of messages full of love and support to the actor.
Markiplier is one of many people who have reacted to Lio’s announcement.
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Lio Tipton comes out as queer and non-binary
On Thursday, June 3rd, 2021, Lio Tipton announced that they are queer, identify as non-binary and will use the pronouns they/them going forward.
The actor, who starred in the 2011 rom-com Crazy, Stupid, Love, posted a picture of a robot in the colours of the non-binary flag on Instagram, followed by the caption:
“Hi. My name is Lio. My pronouns are they/them. I am proud to announce I am queer and I identify as non binary. I hope to give as much love and support back to those who continue to show love and support for the Pride community at large.”
Many fans have shared messages of support in the comment section.
“Congrats on feeling comfortable and safe enough!!” one person wrote. “May you face and receive respect and love in your interactions and in your life!”
Another one added: “Another one of us nb’s! proud of you for coming out, god knows it’s not easy. sending all the love and support your way.”
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Markiplier praises Lio Tipton
YouTuber Mark Fischbach, aka Markiplier, is one of many people who have praised Lio after their announcement.
“PROUD OF YOU!!” he commented.
Some of you might know that Lio and Markiplier are set to star in the TV series The Edge of Sleep, which is based on the YouTuber’s podcast of the same name. Markiplier is also the executive producer behind the project.
As per Deadline, The Edge of Sleep will follow “a night watchman who finishes his shift at work to discover that everyone in the world who went to sleep the previous night has died. He and a band of survivors must stay awake and uncover the secret of the terrifying global epidemic before they too fall asleep.”
Who is Markiplier?
Markiplier is a content creator, podcast host and YouTuber. He has more than 15 billion video views and nearly 30 million subscribers.
The 31-year-old gamer specialises in Let’s Play videos, commonly of survival horror video games.
Markiplier has amassed 8.8 million followers on Instagram and co-founded the clothing brand Cloak, along with fellow social media star Jacksepticeye.
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