You and I are a similar age so we probably have a similar opinion about outing. But there's this weird thing that happens in fandom these days where actors who aren't public about their sexuality are accused of "queer baiting."
Which is a problem, since the only solutions available are to ignore the harassment or come out. Kitt Connor opted for option two and was open about how he felt he was bullied into coming out by the fans of the show. Who seem to have lost the thread about how outing people is bad and people have a right to making their own choices about what they share with the public.
Anyway -- I fully agree. I'm two seasons behind (I share your queue problem!) but I did think it was very sweet and uplifting. Love the little cartoon flourishes. Loved Olivia Freaking Coleman as Nick's mom. I love how genuine Nick is. I need to catch up.
