Was richard chamberlin gay

Beyond his public image, Chamberlain shared a more personal side of his life in his memoir "Shattered Love," where he came out as gay at Writing the book was relieving, as he no longer needed to hide.

Film and television actor Richard Chamberlain circa It wouldn't be until decades later that the star came out as a gay man. (Silver Screen Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images).

Richard Chamberlain hid his sexuality from the public for most of his life. While doing so, he also kept his relationship with his long-time partner, Martin Rabbett, away from the media.

The "life long partner" of beloved gay actor Richard Chamberlain, Martin Rabbett, has paid tribute to him following his death aged