No, Matty Lee isn’t gay – I’m A Celebrity viewers are quick to assume

Matty Lee has been making headlines on the latest season of “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!” He’s been chosen for a challenging trial, and his declaration that Tom Daley is his childhood idol added to the intrigue. However, misconceptions began to circulate when a shirtless video of Matty and Tom hugging surfaced. In response to growing curiosity, we’re here to clarify that Matty Lee is not gay. Let’s explore viewer reactions and Matty’s own statements about his sexuality.

The Curiosity Surrounding Matty Lee

Matty’s revelation that he has shared a bed with his childhood idol, Tom Daley, caught the attention of fellow campmates and viewers alike. Adding to the intrigue, his management posted a video featuring the two divers hugging shirtless, with Tom wrapping his legs around Matty. These interactions left some wondering if there might be a romantic connection between them.

Speculation was further fueled by the fact that Matty and Tom were often seen together, leading some of Matty’s friends to believe they might have been dating in the past, as reported by Capital FM. However, the truth behind their relationship is quite different.

Setting the Record Straight

We can confirm that Matty Lee is not gay, nor is he in a romantic relationship with Tom Daley. Tom Daley is happily married to Lance Black.

In a YouTube Q&A video session with his diving partner, Tom Daley, Matty once revealed that he is single. He also affirmed his heterosexual orientation in an Instagram video.

Despite the rumors and misconceptions, it’s important to clarify that Matty and Tom are nothing more than diving partners and close friends. They playfully refer to each other as “work husbands.”

During a recent Q&A video, Tom addressed a question about potential teasing or hate Matty may have received due to having a gay diving partner. Matty responded by explaining that when Tom came out as gay in 2013, he was away at a high school diving competition in Canada. For some reason, people assumed Matty was with Tom and made unfounded speculations about his sexuality.

In reality, Matty Lee’s close bond with Tom Daley is built on friendship, trust, and a shared passion for diving. The two have supported each other’s careers and celebrated each other’s successes for years. Their connection is a testament to the deep camaraderie that can develop between athletes and teammates.