At this point, asking “Is Nicholas Galitzine gay?” has become something of a rite of passage for anyone who’s watched Red, White & Royal Blue, Mary & George, or — honestly — any clip of him looking emotionally wrecked and beautiful on screen. The question pops up everywhere: TikTok, Twitter, group chats, comment sections, and yes, even family dinners where someone casually says, “That prince from the gay movie — what’s his deal?”
So let’s break it down. Calmly. Joyfully. With respect. And maybe a little thirst.
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Nicholas Galitzine is a 29-year-old English actor who has quietly (and then very loudly) become a Gen-Z queer icon. While that may surprise him, it absolutely does not surprise the internet.
He wins over LGBTQ+ audiences with standout performances as Prince Henry in the rom-com phenomenon Red, White & Royal Blue, as a bisexual high school bully in The Craft: Legacy, a closeted rugby player in Handsome Devil, and as a queer royal navigating desire and power in the historical drama Mary & George. In both, Galitzine delivers vulnerability, longing, and chemistry so convincing that viewers immediately start Googling him mid-watch.
In short: Nicholas Galitzine is everywhere — and very good at making people feel things.
Let’s be honest: the speculation starts with the roles. When an actor repeatedly portrays queer characters — and does it well — people start asking questions. Add undeniable chemistry, lingering eye contact, and kissing scenes that feel less “acting” and more “are we interrupting something?” and suddenly curiosity explodes.
At the 2024 Oscars, Perez cheerfully confirms what everyone desperately wants to know when Amelia Dimoldenburg asks about the kissing.
“You know what, he is a good kisser,” Perez says. “We had to practice a lot… practice makes perfect.”
Perez later explains to PEOPLE that their intimate scenes are choreographed like a dance, counted beat by beat. Galitzine, ever the professional, even keeps Smints on hand.
“You want to stay fresh when you’re doing these scenes,” he says. “Lots of making out.”
Naturally, the internet runs with it. A viral video even claims the two dated for two weeks as “research.” There’s no proof — but whatever bonding happened, it worked. The chemistry is off the charts.
Nicholas Galitzine doesn’t just play queer characters — he treats them with care. He doesn’t wink at the audience or reduce them to tropes. He gives them interior lives, doubts, desires, and complexity. That matters.
He’s also vocal about respecting the community that embraces him. In interviews, Galitzine talks thoughtfully about representation and about not wanting to take opportunities away from queer actors. That level of awareness is part of why the LGBTQ+ community continues to show up for him.
And yes, it doesn’t hurt that he looks great while doing it.
Nicholas Galitzine identifies as a straight man — and he’s been open about that. In an interview with British GQ, he speaks candidly about feeling conflicted at times about playing gay characters, worrying about taking up space that could belong to someone else.
“I identify as a straight man,” he says, “but I have been a part of some incredible queer stories.”
He adds that while sexuality is important, his characters are more than just that — and that he himself is not his roles. It’s a thoughtful, grounded response that emphasizes allyship rather than ambiguity.
Galitzine keeps his personal life private, but rumors swirl that he’s dating model and dancer Cameron Valentina Eyre. Sightings and social media breadcrumbs from late 2024 into 2025 fuel speculation, though nothing is officially announced. He’s hinted at having a girlfriend before — and honestly? Good for him.
Nicholas Galitzine may not be gay, but he is very much for the gays. He’s an ally, a talented actor, and someone who treats queer stories with genuine respect. That’s why the fandom sticks around.
Straight? Yes.
Beloved by the LGBTQ+ community? Also yes.
Still making everyone question everything? Absolutely.
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