Sun May 11 14:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Media Mogul Barry Diller Comes Out as Gay at 83
**NEW YORK, NY** – Media mogul Barry Diller, 83, publicly revealed he is gay in an excerpt from his upcoming memoir, “Who Knew,” published in New York Magazine. The announcement coincides with the celebration of his 23-year marriage to fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg.
Diller, a prominent figure in the media industry having led companies like Fox and Paramount Pictures, described his relationship with von Furstenberg as “the miracle of my life.” However, he also detailed the lifelong struggle of concealing his sexuality, admitting that the fear of exposure prevented him from having a fulfilling personal life. He described a period of “quiet suffering” and a coping mechanism of “locking away” painful memories.
The memoir details Diller’s early experiences with men in West Hollywood during his teenage years. Von Furstenberg, in a statement, said, “Today he opened to the world.” Diller’s coming out marks a significant moment for the entertainment executive, adding a new chapter to a life already filled with considerable professional success.
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