Matt Bomer, a well-known actor, disclosed that he missed the opportunity to portray Superman in the early 2000s due to his sexuality, which he believes became a hindrance after being outed as gay. Despite being a top choice for the role in the shelved project 'Superman: Flyby' directed by J.J. Abrams, Bomer faced setbacks, including losing his contract with Warner Bros. amidst speculations that his sexual orientation played a role in the casting decision. While conflicting reports suggest different reasons for Bomer not becoming Superman, the actor's openness about the industry's challenges regarding sexuality discrimination sheds light on past casting controversies.