For decades, the “traditional” celebrity narrative followed a predictable path: marriage, kids, and perhaps a high-profile divorce followed by another leading man.

However, a cultural shift is underway. From reality TV icons to Hollywood stars, a growing number of women are “switching teams” later in life, proving that sexuality can be a fluid, evolving journey rather than a fixed destination.

Recent data supports this trend. A study from the University of Notre Dame indicates that women are now three times more likely than men to identify as bisexual, often discovering these feelings after significant life changes or the dissolution of long-term heterosexual relationships.

Here is a look at the stars who found new love—and new identities—with women after saying goodbye to their husbands and boyfriends.

Christine McGuinness: The “Five-Star” Transformation

After 11 years of marriage to TV presenter Paddy McGuinness, Christine McGuinness has become a vocal advocate for late-in-life discovery.

Following their 2022 split, the former model and autism campaigner labeled herself a “five-star lesbian.”

While she and Paddy still share their Cheshire home to co-parent their three children, Christine has been open about her preference for dating women, stating she would “love to have a wife” one day.

Her journey reflects a growing trend of women prioritizing emotional and sexual authenticity after years in the domestic spotlight.

Amber Gill: “Switching Teams” for Peace of Mind

After winning Love Island 2019 with Greg O’Shea, Amber Gill found the world of dating men increasingly “exhausting.”

In a candid social media admission, she revealed that switching to dating women was the “best decision” she ever made.

Amber eventually went public with Arsenal footballer Jen Beattie.

Though the pair split after 11 months, Amber remains firm in her stance, often joking with her followers that men “make her feel ill” compared to the fulfillment she finds in queer relationships.

Anna Richardson: Moving Beyond Labels

For Naked Attraction host Anna Richardson, it wasn’t about a political statement, but a profound emotional connection.

After an 18-year relationship with director Charles Martin ended in 2012, she fell for comedian Sue Perkins.

Richardson has been a powerful voice for “sexual fluidity,” arguing that the person matters more than the gender.

“The only label I need is my name,” she famously noted. After her eight-year romance with Perkins ended, she moved on to date charity boss Simon Marks, proving that for some, the journey remains open-ended.

GK Barry: The Power of Representation

TikTok sensation and I’m A Celebrity star GK Barry (Grace Keeling) had only ever dated men until she met professional footballer Ella Rutherford.

It was “love at first sight” for Grace, who has since used her platform to dismantle stereotypes about what a lesbian “should” look like.

By sharing her coming-out story with millions of viewers, she has become a modern icon for Gen Z’s more fluid approach to identity.

Sophia Bush: A New Chapter in Hollywood

The One Tree Hill actress shocked fans when she filed for divorce from Grant Hughes after just 13 months of marriage.

Shortly after, she confirmed her relationship with former US soccer star Ashlyn Harris.

In a moving essay, Bush described herself as “queer” and finally living in alignment with her true self, highlighting that even in the public eye, it is never too late to rewrite your story.