He also said “RuPaul’s Drag Race” helped him with his character. He then later revealed a lot of his preparation for the role came from his friends who are devoted to the LGBTQ community. I adore it, but a big concern was what right do I have to play this wonderful gay role?” “Maybe I’ll have an awakening later in my life, which I’m sure will be wonderful and I’ll get to explore that part of the garden, but right now I’m secluded to my area, which is wonderful as well. When asked what resources he had for research, Garfield said, “As far as I know, I am not a gay man,” The Gay Times reported. Garfield spoke on a NT Platform discussion on Monday, talking about how he prepared for the role of Prior Walter, a gay man battling the reality of AIDS in the London revival of Tony Kushner’s “Angels in America.” See Video: Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy 'Breathe' Deeply in First Trailer for Andy Serkis' Directorial Debut “Former # SpiderMan # AndrewGarfield has a very limited view of what being gay ACTUALLY is.
“This article grosses me out.Ur a talented guy,but seem to be completely oblivious to what is coming out of ur mouth,” actor Scott Evans tweeted. Andrew Garfield is facing some backlash after the actor said he’s a “gay man right now just without the physical act,” with many social media users criticizing him for being “oblivious” or seeking attention.