Key Highlights
- Matthew Hyndman, a contestant on BBC’s “Traitors,” reveals he lied about his sexuality to his church in Londonderry.
- An accidental email led to two years of silence from his family and the end of his old life in Northern Ireland.
- The incident has motivated Matthew to highlight against gay conversion therapy through his art.
A Tragic Coming Out
Matthew Hyndman, a contestant on BBC’s reality TV show “Traitors,” recently opened up about a deeply personal and painful experience that drastically changed his life. Six years ago, Matthew, now 35, unwittingly sent an email to 100 members of his local church in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, revealing his sexuality.
Until this incident, Matthew had been lying to his community about his true identity. He describes the period leading up to the email as a time of “two years of silence” from his family and the end of his old life in Northern Ireland. The impact was catastrophic for him, leaving behind all his previous connections and experiences.
The Accidental Email
Matthew Hyndman’s story began innocently enough but quickly took a dramatic turn when he sent an email to 100 members of his church congregation about his sexuality. “I thought I was being cheeky, sending this email,” Matthew said in an interview. However, the consequences were far from amusing.
The email hit like a storm on Matthew’s life, causing his family and community to cut him off. In response, he began a new chapter, focusing on highlighting the dangers of gay conversion therapy through his art. “I wanted to use my platform to raise awareness about this issue,” said Hyndman.
Art as Advocacy
To drive home his message against gay conversion therapy, Matthew has taken up photography, using “cheeky” poses to capture the attention of his audience. His work is part of a broader campaign aimed at educating people about the harmful nature of such practices.
“I wanted to use my platform to raise awareness about this issue,” Hyndman explained. “Photography allows me to convey messages in a relatable way, making it easier for people to engage with the topic.” His work has garnered attention both locally and internationally, serving as a powerful tool in his advocacy efforts.
Matthew’s journey from lying to his community to becoming an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights is a testament to the transformative power of truth. His story serves as a reminder that sometimes, even accidental emails can have profound consequences—both positive and negative.
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