In response to Ewing's tweet calling Eugene Bata, the man who was featured in the story, "hot af," a Twitter follower questioned his sexuality, wondering, "@media_reid Did you also just out yourself?" to which the actor responded, "I was never in."

The actor since has been applauded by his followers for bravely being open about his sexuality and helping to spread awareness about mental illness.

"Since reading about your struggles with Body Dysmorphia I now respect you so much! And this coming out response is brilliant :)" wrote one follower.

"Good for you man! Happy to see people comfortable and proud of who they are!" noted another.