Father’s Unconventional Reaction to Son’s Coming Out Shocks Family

Picture this: you’re a dad with a hunch that your 19-year-old son might be gay. He finally comes out to you, and you want to show him that you love and support him no matter what. But what if your reaction isn’t what your son was expecting? That’s exactly what happened to one dad, who’s now wondering if he messed up. Grab your popcorn, folks, because this story has all the ingredients for a rollercoaster of emotions!

Title Misunderstanding? Bear With Me

️‍♂️ Dad’s Intuition: Suspecting Son’s Orientation

Meet Dan: Will’s Close Friend

Lockdown Houseguest: Dan Stays Put

Worried Faces: Will’s Big Reveal

Pizza Priorities: Dad’s Reaction

️ Dan Steps In: Ordering Food

Heartache: Will’s Disappointment

Wife’s Verdict: Dad’s an A**hole

Dad’s Defense: Calm Reaction

❓ The Big Question: Was Dad Wrong?

‍♂️ Dad’s Dilemma: Did He React the ‘Right’ Way?

Our story begins with a dad who had a feeling his 19-year-old son, Will, was gay. Will’s close friend, Dan, ends up staying with the family during lockdown. One day, the dad decides to order pizza for everyone and goes to ask the boys what they want. That’s when Will finally comes out, revealing he’s gay and dating Dan! The dad’s reaction? He simply asks what kind of pizza they want. Later, Will’s mom confronts the dad, saying he upset Will by not being more supportive and even made him cry. The dad insists he just wanted to show that Will’s coming out didn’t bother him by carrying on as usual. So, did the dad react the ‘right’ way? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Supportive comment suggests showing happiness for son’s coming out

Perfect reaction, but son still needs to hear ‘I love you’

Supportive response to a son’s coming out

A father’s delayed reaction to his son’s coming out.

Dad’s hilarious and accepting response to son’s coming out

Advice for a father on supporting his son’s coming out ‍ ‍

Real acceptance is calm support, not a production

Be reassuring and loving when a loved one comes out ❤️

Be a supportive parent, show your son your love

A gay man explains why the father’s reaction was unintentionally hurtful

The best reaction to coming out? Nonchalance

NTA but unintentionally dismissive. Important to acknowledge son’s struggles and support him.

Engage with your child emotionally and show support.

Supportive but could have been more empathetic

Misunderstanding between father and son in coming out conversation

Acknowledging your child’s coming out is important, YTA with good intentions

Supportive but Misunderstood Dad Needs to Apologize

Accepting son’s gay relationship, but shocked by living together arrangement

NTA dad’s miscommunication with son leads to a shock reaction

Apologize to your son and support him

Father’s well-intentioned reaction to son’s coming out needs clarification

Acknowledgment is important, even for a simple congratulations. YTA.

Supportive reactions to coming out are crucial for LGBTQ+ individuals

Ideal reaction, but communication could’ve been better

Supportive advice for a father of a gay son ‍

Accepting and supportive mom shares her heartwarming coming-out story

A heartwarming story of a mother’s loving reaction ❤️

Be mindful of how your reaction may be perceived

Coming out deserves more support than pizza. YTA.

Invalid input

A heartfelt plea to a father who hurt his son.

As a gay and trans teen, YTA for not acknowledging son’s coming out

Invalidating your child’s coming out? YTA

Accepting son’s coming out as normal, NAH. Misunderstandings all around

Importance of matching energy when someone comes out explained

Miscommunication between accepting father and son needs clarification

A gay teen calls out a dismissive father’s reaction

Lesbian commenter gives gentle YTA to unsupportive father.

Father’s good intentions don’t negate son’s need for support

Advice for a well-intentioned but potentially dismissive father

Misread non-reaction to son’s coming out needs a conversation

Clarify your support to your son and his boyfriend ❤️

Supporting your child’s coming out is crucial

Encouraging comment urges father to talk to his son

How a lackluster response to coming out turned into support

Misunderstanding between father and son on coming out, but reconcilable

Coming out is like planning an engagement. Put yourself in his shoes

Supportive advice on coming out to a child, happy pride!

Unconventional dad reaction to son’s coming out demands discussion.

Supportive reaction important, even if expected. NAH

A father’s insensitive reaction to his son’s coming out. YTA

Unconditional love is all that matters ❤️

Validating son’s feelings important. Apologize for being flippant.

Supportive dad calmly accepts son’s coming out ‍

Father’s nonchalant reaction to son’s coming out surprises family

Unconditional love and support for a brave coming out

A missed opportunity for a more supportive response

Impatient commenter thinks post is a waste of time

Parent’s well-meaning support leads to a hilarious misunderstanding

Compassionate advice for navigating a father’s fear of acceptance

Supportive comment highlights importance of reassurance during coming out

Father’s lack of emotion upon son’s coming out raises concern

Clear the air with your son, but great approach

Acceptance is key. Let your son know he’s loved

Good communication is key. Support your child. ❤️

Validating your child’s coming out is crucial

Low-key reaction to coming out can still be emotionally overwhelming

Engaging dad advice and banana with condom demonstration

Celebrate son’s coming out with cake and belated card ❤️

Heartwarming response from a supportive father ❤

Being gay is not a choice. It’s important to support them.

Being nonchalant about someone’s coming out can backfire. ‍♀️

Coming out can be a life-ending burden for LGBT youth

Father’s unintentional dismissal of son’s coming out disappoints him

Nonchalant reaction to coming out, but expressing support is important

Breaking stereotypes: Father’s calm reaction to son’s coming out.

A father’s reaction to his son’s coming out disappoints him

Misinterpreted coming out leads to humorous misunderstanding. NAH.

Father’s chill reaction to son’s coming-out is wholesome ♥

A heartwarming anecdote about a supportive coming-out experience ❤️

Miscommunication aside, good on you for being an accepting father!

Miscommunication leads to humorous coming out reaction, NAH.

Father’s chill reaction to son coming out appreciated

Encouraging comment to apologize and clear up misunderstanding

Unintentional YTA, but cold response to son’s coming out

Individual reactions to coming out vary, NAH.