Orlando Cruz is believed to be the first professional boxer to come out as gay. Cruz 31, was a member of the 2000 Olympic team. He has a professional record is 18-2-1 with nine knockouts. In what he deemed as a distraction, Cruz released a statement on Wednesday.
Cruz indicated he’s received an outpouring of support. Gay marriage is illegal in Puerto Rico. No word on if Cruz is currently in a relationship.
