32 year old Australian actor Tim Campbell, who was rumored last week to be dating former Aussie "Idol" runner-up Anthony Callea, has publicly come out of the closet but is denying any rumors of a romance with the pop idol.

In an interview with The Advertiser, the actor and TV star talks about his sexuality and his relationship with Callea. He and Callea, who turns 25 on December 13th, met when they were performing together in the musical Rent.

"(Anthony and I) are mates - he's had his rough trot, I'm going through a rough trot and I'm really concerned for my (ex) partner," Tim says.

"Part of me will probably always love him because 11 years is a lot to share with each other."

The talented actor is currently in rehearsals to play Johnny O'Keefe in the musical Shout, he has hosted National Bingo Night, and following a successful stint on Dancing with the Stars, is a hot tip to replace Daryl Somers as its host next year.

Campbell is hopeful his sexuality won't overshadow his work.

"There's nothing in the way of being ashamed about this (but) the label thing worries me a bit because I don't want my work to be affected," he says.

"If every time I'm written about now it's as 'the gay actor' it would bore the hell out of me.

"Coming out at 20 changed me a bit, but at 32, I'm pretty comfortable with who I am and what I'm doing."

Last update: 12-12-2007 16:04

Posted by Shaun Clark, on 12-13-2007 13:08, 1. omg omg i can not belive tim Campbell who plays dan in home and away is gay lol. I am a 21 year old gay male and i really fancy Tim as he is really hot. Good on you tim!!   » Report this comment to administrator Posted by joey, on 12-13-2007 21:12, 2. hot and spunky! i can,t say i,m surprised i,m gay always had an inkling after your christmas show.glad you have the balls to be who you are,goodluck for future success in yourcareer, this won,t make any difference to people with a heart. regards Joey!   » Report this comment to administrator Posted by Gerry, on 12-25-2007 15:57, 3. Gay Who Cares? I dont gave the two hoots if he a gay its his life not anybody else   » Report this comment to administrator Posted by Joann P MELB, on 01-12-2008 10:05, 4. good on you lm so happy for you tim   it must of been hard for you to come out  but your fans are behind you 100%   and l wish you all the best  take care from joann   » Report this comment to administrator