Finally, he breaks his silence. Apple Ceo Tim Cook confirmed he is gay.

According to USA Today, Apple CEO Tim Cook is the first publicly gay CEO of a Fortune 500 company. He confirmed his sexuality through publishing his essay, which is now currenly visible on Business Week Website.

Public confirmations have increased in Hollywood. USA Today said it has started to appear in the sports world, including football player Michael Sam. He came out right before this year's NFL draft, but this time, it's rare to see in the traditionally conservative business world.

Cook's essay titled "Tim Cook Speaks Up," which published on Bloomberg Businessweek magazine last Thursday, has quickly garnered the attention for Twitter. Apple CEO shared the link of his essay and the Virgin Group founder Richard Branson likes his tweet, alongside Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. While the former US president, Bill Clinton, speaks his mind on Twitter. He said,

From one son of the South and sports fanatic to another, my hat's off to you, @Tim_cook.