Empty Nest’s Kristy McNichol Is Gay, Dating Martie Allen (PHOTO)
After 20 years out of the spotlight, the “Family” and “Empty Nest” star Kristy McNichol is coming back and out of the closet to announce she is gay in an attempt to inspired kids to do the same and help those who are being bullied.
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Kristy, who is currently happy and healthy, has been living with her partner Martie Allen for the past 20 years, after she decided to retire from acting when she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder back in 1992.
The 49 year-old actress wants to “be open about who I am” as she is “approaching 50″ and also “hopes that coming out can help kids who need support. She would like to help others who feel different.”
Out and proud. Kristy looks happy and is enjoying living a private life with her partner. The former troubled star spends her time with yoga, tennis, travelling and raising miniature dachshunds.
[image: People]
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is coming back and out of the closet to announce she is gay in an attempt to remain legitimate. The world collectively responds by saying: Who?
You know many years ago i,m thinking late 80,s early 90,s I say an artical about Kristy McNichol and Martie Allen and I think its great that they held on to privacy that the wanted and keeping a ? over there relationship I really wish Kristy would make a comeback maybre her biopic good for you guys heres to another 20 +++++ years x