Gillian Anderson identifies as pansexual and discusses her relationships with women

Known for her roles in X-Files and Sex Education, Gillian Anderson opened up to the newspaper The Australian. She explained that her attraction and emotional connections are not determined by the gender of the person.

The actress recalled having several relationships with women when she was younger. She specifically mentioned a relationship with an older girl in high school, which she perceived at the time as secretive. She noted that she did not have the words necessary to define her orientation back then.

Gillian Anderson is currently in a relationship with British screenwriter Peter Morgan, creator of the series The Crown. However, she clarified that the depth of her attachment would not depend on the gender of her partner.

This revelation coincides with the promotion of More, her new collection focused on female desires. The book follows up on Want, published in 2024, and compiles anonymous testimonies from women about their intimacy.

The actress, who plays therapist Jean Milburn in Sex Education, explained that this role has fueled her interest in more open discussions about sexuality. Her statement regarding her pansexuality is part of her own public testimony, which has since been picked up by several American media outlets.