Cooper Koch Addresses Discrimination in Hollywood

Cooper Koch, a rising star from 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story', shared his experience with discrimination in Hollywood, revealing that an acting coach once told him his 'gay voice' would hinder his career. During an appearance on 'Watch What Happens Live', Koch expressed his shock over the coach's comments, which she later shared with the entire class, leaving him feeling embarrassed. Despite past bullying and being fired from a pilot due to his voice, Koch has embraced his identity, stating, 'I love my gay voice.' He emphasized that he no longer tolerates such negative opinions and would prefer to walk away from those who judge him based on superficial traits. His candid discussions have resonated with many, highlighting the challenges queer actors face in the industry. Koch's breakout role has garnered attention, but he admits he doesn't particularly enjoy the horror genre, which has largely defined his recent work.