Stand-up comic Jerrod Carmichael comes out as gay in his new HBO special, “Rothaniel”— a revealing look at a conflicted man in search of acceptance while navigating the complexities of religion and sexuality identity.

For same-sex-attracted individuals that may have been wondering if there is a gay gene that makes them predisposed to homosexual behavior, a new study reveals the answer—no. There is no real rhyme or reason to it. This conclusion was drawn from the largest study of its kind in history.

Department spokesman Anthony Guglielimi said Friday said two men are in custody and have been arrested in the Jussie Smollett case based on probable cause that they may have been involved in a crime. But he says they have not been charged in the Jan. 29 attack.

Black openly gay actor, Jussie Smollett, has supporters and doubters of his story of being the target of a homophobic, racist, and politically-motivated attack by Donald Trump supporters. But those who doubt the voracity of his story are growing in number.

Gospel singer-songwriter Fred Hammond may not agree with “Empire” star Jussie Smollett’s gay lifestyle, but he isn’t willing to sit back and let hate prevail. “Prayers go up for Jussie Smollett,” he said.