After only one year as husband and wife, the news came that “One Tree Hill” star Sophia Bush (41) and her husband Grant Hughes (41) were to divorce last summer.
Already two months later, rumors began to swirl that Bush had found happiness with the female soccer star Ashlyn Harris (38).
– After being friends for many years and hanging out a lot in the same gang, Sophia and Ashlyn went on their first date together a few weeks ago. This is still quite fresh and they are both in the process of embarking on new chapters in their lives, a source told People in October.
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Now the TV star confirms that she has fallen in love with Harris.
– When I came to myself I already felt at home. I think I’ve always known that my sexuality exists on a spectrum. Right now I think the best word to describe me is queer. I can’t actually say that without smiling. And it feels really wonderful, Bush tells Glamor magazine.
IN LOVE: Sophia’s new boyfriend is former football pro Ashlyn Harris. Photo: Michael TRAN / AFP / NTB
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Furthermore, the actress says she hates having to “come out” in 2024, but also emphasizes the importance of having these conversations because of all the horrific attacks on the LGBTQ+ community in modern times.
– I feel I can finally breathe. I don’t think I can explain how amazingly delicious it is. It feels like I’ve been carrying around a weight belt for god knows how long. I didn’t realize how heavy it was until I finally put it down, she explains further.
Ashlyn Harris has previously played for the national team and helped win the WC twice. She divorced soccer star Ali Krieger (39) last autumn. Together they have children Sloane (3) and Ocean (20 months).
