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Alexander Skarsgård Clarifies Zurich Comment Was Not a Coming-Out

He says the remark was meant to steer attention to Pillion’s story.

Overview

  • In a Jan. 20 Variety cover interview, Skarsgård said his festival comment was “definitely not an intended statement.”
  • The October Zurich line referencing having been with “men, women” had been widely read online as a bisexual coming-out.
  • He explained he was trying to de-center himself to highlight the film’s portrayal of gay leather subculture with authenticity.
  • Pillion, co-starring Harry Melling, opens in select U.S. theaters Feb. 6 with a wider rollout on Feb. 20 through A24.
  • Coverage also notes his bondage-influenced red-carpet looks and his focus on parenting, while stressing the clarification does not conclusively define his sexuality.