# Michael Johnston queer-themed project announcement

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/michael-johnston-queer-themed-project-announcement
> Updated: 2026-10-12T10:17:40.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Actor Michael Johnston has announced intentions to pursue upcoming projects centered on queer narratives. Following his role in the film ‘Obsession’, Johnston expressed a desire to use his increased professional agency to select meaningful LGBTQ+ roles, including the possibility of writing such stories in the future.

In discussing his career trajectory, Johnston reflected on the impact of his past role as Corey Bryant in ‘Teen Wolf’, noting how positive feedback helped him navigate his own sexuality. He also shared how his upbringing in a homophobic Southern Baptist church in North Carolina influenced his perspective on the importance of on-screen representation.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Michael Johnston announces upcoming queer-themed project

Actor Michael Johnston plans to pursue queer-focused roles and storytelling following his success in the film ‘Obsession’, emphasizing the importance of LGBTQ+ representation.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michael-johnston-announces-upcoming-queer-themed-project

### 2026-10-08: Michael Johnston teases upcoming queer-focused project

Actor Michael Johnston, following his breakout in ‘Obsession’, has teased an upcoming, meaningful queer-focused project.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/michael-johnston-teases-upcoming-queer-focused-project

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