Ellen Page: 'I Suffered Panic Attacks Before Coming Out As Gay'

Actress Ellen Page bravely came out as gay two years ago and has now opened up about how difficult it was to struggle with her sexual identity whilst her career went from strength to strength.

Admitting that she struggled with depression at the beginning of her glittering career, Ellen has now revealed the extent of her inner battle.

Speaking in a new interview, the star explained: “When you’re on that track you’re a racehorse, going and going with these blinders on. You don’t stop to address how you feel.

"I’d get panic attacks and sense an incredible discomfort because I didn’t relate to the conformity that comes with my gender [such as wearing feminine dresses on shoots].

"I was doing something I love and also wondering, ‘What’s wrong with me?’ You hate yourself for feeling bad, so you pretend you’re happy.

"I’d ask myself, 'Can’t you just flip a switch, be a character, play the game?’”

Thankfully the 28-year-old is happier than ever now that she has come out as gay, adding to Elle magazine: “I do interviews [now] with a sense of, 'Oh, this is what it’s like’.

"A photo shoot used to only represent discomfort, I felt guilty for lying. Fashion once meant dresses and heels, and I didn’t know why I’d want to be dressed that way.

"Now I’m like, 'Oh my god, those Saint Laurent boots!’ Those are not words I thought I’d ever say. A beautiful suit is nice. I get fashion now. In fact, I love it.”

And we’re certainly glad to hear that Ellen has found the light at the end of the tunnel!