High School Musical confirms that Ryan character is gay in new clip

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Gimme that mic.” Ryan kisses partner in High School Musical The film and series creator Kenny Ortega has previously addressed fans’ questions on whether Ryan was gay, and why this wasn’t represented in the films. “The character of Ryan in High School Musical, Sharpay’s twin brother, we decided he’s probably going to come out in college,” Ortega told Variety. “It was less about coming out and just more about letting his true colours come forward.” Asked whether he ever considered making the character openly gay, he said: “I have to be honest with you, I didn’t think at the time.” Watch Apple TV+ free for 7 days New subscribers only. And that is what happened.” High School Musical: The Musical: The Series’ final season will begin streaming on Disney+ on 9 August.