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James Haven Says Jon Voight Called After He Came Out as Gay

Haven describes the exchange as an affirming moment that may mark the start of a reconciliation with his long-estranged father.

Overview

  • Haven publicly came out as gay during a Substack livestream hosted by Romi Imbelli on Thursday, August 6, and later expanded on his decision in a podcast interview.
  • He says Jon Voight phoned after reading the announcement and told him, “I finally know who you are,” which Haven called a surreal and affirming conversation.
  • Haven and Voight have a history of estrangement, including a period when they did not speak for years, and Haven says the call led to renewed contact and plans to meet in person soon.
  • Haven granted Imbelli permission to include his story in her memoir, and several outlets report he plans to launch a weekly podcast called Safe Haven to continue public conversations about his life.
  • Voight’s exact words and any formal statement from his representatives have not been published, and outlets note his recent high‑profile conservative politics as context that makes his reported supportive response notable.