The actor also praised fans who responded positively, adding that he feels “humbled and overwhelmed.”

Humbled and overwhelmed by the positive reaction to Bucks storyline.

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He continued, This is a show about love and inclusion.

Oliver Stark responding to the homophobic backlash from the latest 9-1-1 episode.

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He concluded, “You are not required to announce your departure.

I think the crumbs have been there.

Maybe on one hand in quite obvious ways, but on the other hand, in less obvious ways.

Oliver Stark responding to the homophobic backlash from the latest 9-1-1 episode.

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What does this mean?

What about all these things that I thought to be true of myself?

And then in typical9-1-1fashion, having his family support him and make him feel the best version of himself.

9-1-1airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.