Jerrod Carmichael Feels 'Freer' Since Coming Out As Gay

Jerrod Carmichael recently opened up on his life after coming out as gay.

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Carmichael had previously admitted to being gay in his latest comedy special, “Rothaniel.”

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“I think I feel freer,” the comedian confessed during his appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”

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Carmichael further revealed that he has since tried to live a life devoid of lies.

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“Like, one day at a time. Like, I didn't lie today. Today I didn't lie, it's OK,” he explained.

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Carmichael recently had his directorial debut in “On the Count of Three.”

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He starred in the film alongside “The Forgiven” star Christopher Abbott in the comedy thriller film.

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Carmichael will reunite with Abbott in Yorgos Lanthimos' romance sci-fi “Poor Things.”

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“Poor Things” will debut later in 2022 and feature “The Amazing Spider-Man” Emma Stone as the protagonist.

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