Alexander Skarsgård Addresses Recent Bisexuality Rumors and Sets the Record Straight

Alexander Skarsgård has officially responded to the wave of speculation regarding his sexuality following a viral comment he made last year. The rumors began circulating after the actor spoke at the Zurich Film Festival while promoting his upcoming film ‘Pillion’. During a press conference in October 2025, Skarsgård discussed the authenticity of the movie and made a remark that many fans interpreted as a casual coming-out moment. He had mentioned his past relationships with “men, women” while explaining why his personal background should not matter for the role.

In a recent interview with Variety, the actor clarified that his previous words were misunderstood and not intended as a declaration of bisexuality. Skarsgård expressed surprise that the comment gained such traction and explained he was simply trying to de-center his own life from the conversation. He admitted that he did not know exactly what he was talking about in that specific moment but wanted to shift the focus back to the characters. His goal was to highlight the importance of the story rather than his own private history.

The film that sparked this conversation, ‘Pillion’, features Skarsgård as a biker involved in a BDSM relationship with a character played by Harry Melling. It is not the first time the actor has taken on queer roles or scenes, as fans fondly remember his time as Eric Northman in ‘True Blood’. That series featured a memorable dream sequence involving his character and Jason Stackhouse, played by Ryan Kwanten. Skarsgård has often embraced diverse roles and subcultures in his acting career without hesitation.

Skarsgård also touched upon his current personal life during the clarification, noting that his once nomadic lifestyle has slowed down significantly. He acknowledged that he has a child and indicated that his priority is now on his family rather than fueling public interest in his dating history. The actor emphasized that while he strives for authenticity in his work, his real life remains separate from the characters he portrays on screen.

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