Tom Daley: Why is coming out is still seen as such a big deal?

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Olympic diver Tom Daley has received a Twitter backlash after announcing to his fans that he is in a relationship with a man. In a home-made video on his own YouTube channel, the 19-year-old London 2012 bronze medallist said he had never been so happy. Former England footballer Gary Lineker tweeted: "Delighted that @TomDaley1994 is happy in his new relationship. Well done for sharing it. Good luck to them both." Many people have described Tom's announcement as 'brave'. On the phone-in Jim Davis questioned why coming out is still seen as such a big deal? Leanne in Leicester called to speak with Jim. She spoke about how her son and his male partner declared their love in a civil ceremony on Saturday.