Mitch Brown
Mitch Brown is a former Australian rules footballer who played for the West Coast Eagles in the AFL from 2007 to 2016. Recently, he made headlines by becoming the first openly bisexual player in the league, a significant step in promoting acceptance and diversity within Australian sports. Brown's decision to come out followed a period of increased scrutiny on homophobia in the AFL, highlighting the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ athletes. Throughout his career, he battled injuries and reflected on the impact of a culture that often stigmatized expressions of sexuality. Brown hopes that his openness will inspire others in the AFL community to embrace their identities.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 4 | 8.50 | 0.30% | +10% | 25,499,884 | 83,919 | $1,380,000 | 4,542$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 28,826 | $2,700,000 | 1,146$ |
| Taiwan | 1 | 9.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 23,816,775 | 27,470 | $670,000 | 773$ |
| Totals | 6 | 117,202,670 | 140,215 | $4,750,000 | 6,461$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Australia:
Former West Coast player Mitch Brown made history by becoming the first openly bisexual male player in the AFL.
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Australia:
Mitch Brown spoke about his experience coming out and its significance.
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Australia:
Mitch Brown declares his bisexuality, supported by the women in his life.
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Taiwan:
Mitch Brown, a former AFL player, publicly identified as bisexual and called for cultural change in the league.
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United Kingdom:
Mitch Brown is the first openly gay or bisexual man in the Australian Football League's history.
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Australia:
Mitch Brown became the first openly bisexual AFL player and shared his experiences with homophobia in the sport.
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