Is Joss Whedon gay?

Joss Whedon is an American screenwriter, director, producer, and comic book writer, best known for creating the television series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Firefly," as well as for his work on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including "The Avengers" and "Avengers: Age of Ultron."

Born Joseph Hill Whedon on June 23, 1964, in New York City, Joss Whedon grew up in a family deeply rooted in the entertainment industry. His father, Tom Whedon, was a successful television writer, and his mother, Lee Stearns, was a history teacher and feminist activist. Whedon attended Wesleyan University, where he studied film and graduated in 1987.

Joss Whedon has been married twice and has three children. His first marriage was to Kai Cole, an architect, with whom he has two children. The couple divorced in 2016. In 2022, he married Heather Horton. Whedon has been open about his struggles with mental health, including depression.

Joss Whedon began his career as a writer for the sitcom "Roseanne" and later created the cult hit "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," which spawned the spin-off series "Angel." He also created "Firefly" and "Dollhouse," both of which have gained a loyal following. Whedon wrote and directed "The Avengers" and "Avengers: Age of Ultron," making significant contributions to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has also been involved in comic book writing and has worked on titles such as "Astonishing X-Men."

Joss Whedon has received critical acclaim for his work on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Firefly," both of which have become cult classics. He has won several awards, including a Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation and a Saturn Award for Best Director for "The Avengers."