Michael Johnston, breakout star of the film Obsession and MTV’s Teen Wolf, has revealed plans to tackle an intentionally crafted queer project featuring a prominent on-screen romance. In a recent interview with Attitude, the openly gay actor discussed his career trajectory and future aspirations following his turn as Bear.
Michael Johnston Chooses Queer Story and Targets Mummy Role
- Michael Johnston announced plans to star in an upcoming project described as an “incredible queer story” complete with an intentional “steamy moment” for LGBTQ audiences.
- Following the breakout success of Curry Barker’s Obsession, the actor stated he now possesses the autonomy to choose specific roles that align with personal and artistic goals.
- Talks are reportedly underway for Johnston to join Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz in the developing fourth installment of The Mummy.
Reflecting on Teen Wolf and Authentic Representation
Looking back at his television years, Johnston opened up about his tenure playing Corey Bryant on MTV’s Teen Wolf from 2015 to 2017. He admitted that during the run of the drama, he was not yet fully comfortable with his own sexuality. Despite personal hesitation, playing the character authentically sparked a powerful response from viewers.
The actor recalled receiving thousands of messages from fans expressing gratitude, noting that watching his authentic portrayal helped them feel better about their own identities and gave them the courage to come out to their parents. Johnston described the experience as a catalyst for his personal growth, explaining that the vulnerability required for the role ultimately helped him learn how to accept himself.
Expanding Into Self-Authored Stories and Major Franchises
While discussing future endeavors, Johnston hinted that he may take creative control of his next LGBTQ-focused narrative by writing the script himself. This drive for intentional storytelling arrives as the performer balances queer cinema with major studio productions.
Industry reports place the actor in talks for a role in the upcoming fourth installment of The Mummy. Should the negotiations finalize, Johnston would share the screen with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, following his turn as the toxically hopeless romantic Bear in Obsession.
| Project / Title | Role / Involvement | Platform / Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Teen Wolf (2015–2017) | Corey Bryant | MTV |
| Obsession | Bear | Dir. Curry Barker |
| The Mummy 4 | In Talks for Cast Addition | |
| Untitled Queer Project | Actor / Potential Writer |
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