Savage Garden’s Darren Hayes says he was ‘questioning his sexuality’ during romantic shoot with Kirsten Dunst: ‘I think I might not be gay’

Savage Garden's Darren Hayes says he was 'questioning his sexuality' during romantic shoot with Kirsten Dunst: 'I think I might not be gay'

It is truly heartbreaking to learn about Darren Hayes’ split from his husband, Richard Cullen. The couple, who met online and fell in love at first sight, had been together for over fifteen years – a testament to their deep connection and mutual support.


Darren Hayes disclosed that he once pondered about his sexual orientation following a strong connection with the actress, Kirsten Dunst.

In a touching scene, the lead singer of The Savage Garden was joined by an American celebrity in their 1999 hit song “I Knew I Loved You.

52-year-old actor Julianne Hough, famously known for his role in “Truly Madly Deeply,” expressed on the Dan and Christie show at Hit that he experienced a connection with teenage actress Kirsten Dunst back then.

‘At that point, I was fully out, and gay, and I had a boyfriend at the time too,’ Darren said. 

During breaks in filming, I found myself turning to my companions, exclaiming, “Wow, I feel like there’s something special connecting us! I’m starting to wonder if maybe I’m not heterosexual.

After we came to a halt, the connection mysteriously ceased, and I exclaimed, “wow, she must be an exceptional actress!

Savage Garden's Darren Hayes says he was 'questioning his sexuality' during romantic shoot with Kirsten Dunst: 'I think I might not be gay'

42-year-old actress, Dakota Fanning, is currently wed to actor Jesse Plemons, who is 36 years old. Together, they have two boys: Ennis Howard and James Robert.

Hayes has previously discussed the challenges he has experienced being a gay pop star. 

Last year, during The Masked Singer, Darren expressed, while choking back tears, ‘I had been contracted to a record label that disapproved of my homosexuality. It was a heartfelt appeal for acceptance.’

As a passionate admirer, let me share my journey: “Once upon a time, I despised myself for being gay… Yet, I’ve graced the stage at Mardi Gras not just once, but twice. In all honesty, the first time I performed at Mardi Gras, I loathed who I was.

Hayes split from his husband Richard Cullen after 17 years of marriage last year. 

I was utterly heartbroken when I learned about their split earlier this year; he took to Instagram to share the melancholy news with us, his devoted followers, and the world. The British artist, Cullen, aged 54, was no longer by his side.

In my recent update, I shared that I’ve been quietly navigating marital challenges over the last two years, even though I typically wear my heart on my sleeve in my musical endeavors.

17 years into a marriage with the most wonderful person I’ve known, Richard and I have decided to acknowledge that our bond, which has been filled with love and beauty, has naturally reached its conclusion.

Savage Garden's Darren Hayes says he was 'questioning his sexuality' during romantic shoot with Kirsten Dunst: 'I think I might not be gay'
Savage Garden's Darren Hayes says he was 'questioning his sexuality' during romantic shoot with Kirsten Dunst: 'I think I might not be gay'

To acknowledge this newfound understanding, we parted ways earlier this year and have since provided emotional support for one another during these significant life changes.

In my pursuit of transparency, I chose to delve into the ‘tough topics’ surrounding my marital separation, aiming to quell any unnecessary conjecture and maintain honesty with my valued audience.

He stated that there’s nothing scandalous to share, no instances of unfaithfulness or involvement from a third party. Simply put, it’s the course of life. However, our love for each other remains profound, and it always will.

Our union represents the most significant joint effort. Nothing can strip us of the accomplishments we’ve made collectively. Over time, we’ve grown to become each other’s closest confidants. This bond remains unbreakable for all eternity.

Additionally, we’ve got a sweet and dependent Labradoodle that requires our care, and there’s a delightful enterprise to manage.

Hayes concluded his post by praising his fans for their loyalty over the years.

He expressed gratitude for your consistent backing of our union and for treating with care the intricate creation that is our shared album, ‘This Delicate Thing We’ve Made’. Warmly, Darren (and Richard),

Alongside the post, Hayes shared an origami crane art piece crafted by Cullen (age 52), which was used as the cover art for the album ‘This Delicate Thing We’ve Made’.

Savage Garden's Darren Hayes says he was 'questioning his sexuality' during romantic shoot with Kirsten Dunst: 'I think I might not be gay'

Shortly following Hayes’ announcement of their separation, Cullen shared his thoughts on Instagram with this message: ‘Today marks an end, but tomorrow brings a new beginning. Nothing can halt the cycle of sunrise and sunset.’

In a lengthy Instagram post, Hayes seemed to allude to some personal struggles connected with his song “Feels Like It’s Over,” a track that narrates the tale of a separation.

The music video shows Hayes going through a painful split from a male partner.

He penned, ‘This year, I’ve never seen art so closely mirror real life as it does now, accompanying an image from a music video.’

He went on to praise his co-star Casey James and director Andrew Huebscher for supporting him during an emotional creative journey. 

In numerous aspects, this marks the conclusion of an epoch. I invested my heart and spirit into creating this album, performing on tour, and meeting incredible individuals throughout the journey; unfortunately, my heart was shattered in the process as well.

‘Was it worth it? I don’t know. But it’s all real. I don’t know how to be any other way.’  

A year following his optimistic remarks about his marriage to Cullen, as shared in an interview with The Sydney Morning Herald, the split for Hayes occurred.

Savage Garden's Darren Hayes says he was 'questioning his sexuality' during romantic shoot with Kirsten Dunst: 'I think I might not be gay'

In the year 2004, this pair initially crossed paths through an online platform. Their inaugural meeting took place on the staircase of a university located in London, which happened to be where Cullen was employed as a professor during that period.

‘It was love at first sight,’ he told the publication.

He’s a man from the north of England with a charming accent. My friends affectionately refer to him as the gay equivalent of Mother Teresa, due to his near-perfection.

Hayes referred to Cullen as the “most comedic individual” in any given gathering, willing to allow him to “bask in the limelight publicly,” yet in private, he serves as my trusted advisor.

After marrying his childhood sweetheart Colby Taylor in 1994, Hayes subsequently wed Cullen as his second spouse.

In 1997, when Hayes became famous as the lead singer of Savage Garden, he was already married to Taylor.

During a chat with the Sydney Morning Herald, he described his relationship with Taylor as being similar to the unbreakable bond shared by the characters on the TV show “Will & Grace.

1) ‘Among the strong women I’ve encountered, she stands out. From the very start, Colby has been part of Savage Garden, navigating through the whirlwind of chaos that followed.’

Formed in 1993, the musical duo known as Savage Garden, consisting of lead vocalist Darren Hayes and guitarist Daniel Jones, generated numerous chart-topping songs such as “To the Moon and Back” and “Truly Madly Deeply.

In the year 2001, the group disbanded. Since then, Hayes has pursued a solo path, while Jones tied the knot with Kathleen De Leon, a former member of Hi-5.

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2024-11-19 17:27

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