Kristy McNichol – 58

Comedian and actress, Christina McNichol, better known as Kristy McNichol, attained stardom by appearing in comedic films back in the 1980s. Her role in the ABC drama Family earned her two Emmy Awards. She retired from acting in 2001 and taught acting classes at a Los Angeles school. In 2012, McNichol confirmed long-held rumors when she came out as a lesbian and revealed that she had been living with her partner for about two decades. She made the bold move to encourage young people who are bullied based on their orientation.