I'll be honest, I love your reaction and I mean absolutely no hate with this comment but I think you focused too much about phan. This video wasn't supposed to be about it. Dan said it himself that what him and Phil have is theirs and this video was only to talk about his experience with sexuality and help alot of people who have struggled or are still struggling with their identity like me and many other phandom members. So I think we shouldn't really think about phan with this video and just be proud of Dan and focus on the message that he was spreading. And this is coming from a big phan shipper. Once again,, I really mean no hate.
I see what you mean. and I have a different opinion on it. I obviously know the focus wasn't Phan. And I am do proud of him. There are hundreds of other things in this video that are more important. But you have to understand, coming from someone who was so dedicated to something for 3 years. For it too finally basically become canon? Is a lot. It's a big part about what I focused on my channel so I couldn't just ignore it. And I tried to portray that and say that throughout. I can't help how I react. And also this is coming from a straight girl, who has never swayed in my sexuality or gender. So while the main message was taken, and I am so supportive. I can't comprehend the extense like others can. I appreciate the comment. And I'm just trying to explain myself. 💜❤
@@KieraFaith I see your point and it's fair enough. Sorry if I came off as rude. I've just seen a lot of people, even if it's not the majority, completely ignoring everything else in the video and being like "DAN IS GAY AND PHAN IS CANON CONFIRMED! 1!!1!!!" Which was why I left this comment. I'm glad you too saw the main point of the video and didn't dismiss it like some other people ^^
Adding on to what the other person said, it made me incredibly uncomfortable when you said that they “made it canon”. Dan and Phil are real human beings, not some fictional anime characters in a made up show that you watch. They have their own lives and are in no way obligated to “make the ship canon” in public because they’re not fictional characters created for your entertainment. No hate to you or the video, but hearing people refer to stuff as “canon” when referring to real life people makes me feel just... uncomfortable. It’s not an anime or a book or a fanfic- it is real life. The fact that Dan made this video at all is a blessing, and I’m so incredibly proud of him for coming out. But he didn’t “make Gay!Dan canon” or whatever, he shared personal information with his audience. Sorry if I seem harsh this is just very important to me
@@immortalandundead5554 I never even thought people thought of it like that. I really only used that termonlogy because "confirmed" Seemed too weird, and I had heard it used when zoella and Alfie deyes confirmed their relationship. I am entirely aware they are human beings and would never pressure them to do or say or tell us anything. I had a lot of emotions going through me and if I worded it wrong, and I seemed with a harsh intention, I can promise you I didn't mean it. I love them so much and am so proud of Dan. I have shipped them for years, yes, but I've never tried to force them to come out or talk about it. Hope this explains my reasoning a bit. 💜❤
It’s so weird for you to say “finally canoned it “ about Dan talking about him and Phil... They are real humans and not your “otp” in a show. It’s amazing that Dan was brave enough to come out and he directly told the people who freak out about “Phan” it’s none of their business. Yes, Dan being gay will make a bunch of his fans happy. However, flipping out any time Dan mentioned Phil is frankly gross. They are humans not some animals for you to oogle at. This isn’t meant to be hate, by the way, but all people in the “phandom” need to start seeing Dan and Phil as humans not their “gay babies” lol.
I never even thought people thought of it like that. I really only used that terminology because "confirmed" Seemed too weird, and I had heard it used when zoella and Alfie deyes confirmed their relationship. I am entirely aware they are human beings and would never pressure them to do or say or tell us anything. I had a lot of emotions going through me and if I worded it wrong, and I seemed with a harsh intention, I can promise you I didn't mean it. I love them so much and am so proud of Dan. I have shipped them for years, yes, but I've never tried to force them to come out or talk about it. Hope this explains my reasoning a bit. 💜❤
I’m so proud of dan. i’ve been in a very dark place the past few days and this helped a little bit (then my mood went back down but hey what’re you gonna do) i just wasn’t expecting this video today and when i saw his tweet i freaked out ! i’m just so genuinely proud of him (AND PHIL WHO ALSO CAME OUT)
Okay I kid you not when I say that I'm watching the video for the 6th time now. I've struggled with anxiety especially these last two days and yesterday after the video I noticed that I hadn't thought about the anxiety trigger for 50 minutes his voice, his sassy remarks, the black background and the way he looks directly at the camera it all just calmed me down so much. Both him and Phil have this calming effect on me so they are really important to me 💜
Did you see Phil's tweet? I think he confirmed that he was thinking of also doing a video about his sexuality but if he's not ready or if he doesn't want to then I'm more than fine with it too
Ok I get it you shiped phan for 3 years, but now that this video is out please stop exposing this ship so much. If you truly love Dan and Phil, and not just Phan, then you should understand that Dan in this video said it's uncomfortable for him and that he wants to keep his relationship private, and you should respect his words.
I love dan and phil so much, I would never force them into anything, and I have never tried to get them to admit to something, or even involved them in it at all. Sure I ship them, but I'm not so crazy about it where I would force them to share personal details. I just reacted to what Dan decided to give us, I fully respect that dan said he wants to stay private on most things. They have also said that they don't mind the shipping though. I would never force or pressure anyone into something. They are humans just like us. I also don't see where you said it makes him uncomfortable. He just wants people to stop pushing their way into stuff that they don't have the right too. I only use the things put out on the internet/ said to be okay from dan and phil themselves.
I respect your support of his coming out and the community in general, but as a lesbian, it was really creepy how your main focus was the ship. I know you weren’t intending to be creepy, but saying that you all assumed (which sounds like you just went off of stereotypes) and “kept it to the fandom” sounds bad. Because it’s not kept to a fandom, obviously the person you’re a fan of and “shipping” is going to notice and think about it. I fully support the shipping of fictional characters, but I draw the line at real people who are impacted. And Dan was obviously impacted. The fact that your main concern was whether or not their relationship is “canon” makes it sound like you care more about his coming out because it verifies your fantasy rather than genuinely being happy he feels he’s in a place to share a deeply personal and sensitive part of his life. I know you’ve apologized for using “canon” rather than “confirm” but I was still bothered by it. I’ve seen a few comments sharing my concern, but most of these comments are sharing the reaction. It is not your place to use someone else’s relationship as entertainment unless they say so - just because they don’t comment on it is not an okay and he’s made it clear he wants to keep his romantic life private. I know your intentions are not to cause harm, but it’s a bit concerning as a gay person myself.
If he wants to keep his private life personal I 100% respect that, but you said yourself that if they say that it's ok it's fine. They have on multiple occasions said that shipping them is fine. I don't go to far with it to the point where it is intrusive, and I would never do that. I have a different opinion on the way I portray myself in the video and I have my reasons, I am sick of defending myself for doing something that is clearly ok. I am not one of the bad ones. It's sad that some people are as disgusting to force people to do things or intrude on their lives, i only use what is given to us in videos etc. I appreciate the concern but my opinion on it is not going to change.
I FEEL YOU SO MUCH. I have been watched Dan and Phil for a VERY long time. crazy i know. ever since i started watching them its been amazing. they have helped me through SO MUCH without the years. they told me i was good enough and helped me through my sadness.i wish they could know how much i appreciate them. They're so heart warming. Dan and Phil are the only youtubers that make me happy and laugh. you know they're amazing people if they make you laugh while crying. and im sure everyone who are fans of them are so proud of them for being so confident. and anyone at all who says something rude about them or think everyone is overreacting they are wrong. They don't know what we've been through with Dan and Phil. They are amazing people and after two days ive still been so freaked out and proud. so yeah. so what if we over react about them? they mean the world to us.
I missed you! I watched his video for the first time with you because it was so long and I didn’t have time, and it was like watching with a friend! Thanks for coming back!! .D
Kinda creeped out at the beginning of this video. Never thought people were that in invested in someone’s sexuality. Gonna keep on watching see we’re this goes.
Kiera Faith love Dan since I was in middle school I wouldn’t lose sleep then and now, who he sleeps with no. I washed the video and the message was lost with you as far as I know. I want people to support him, no speculation doesn’t matter, Dan is dan he is a person.
@@keykibumie34 well that's your opinion. And I'm sorry it offends you, but I can't help how I react or feel. And if you don't agree, Just leave. I'm not hurting anybody. Thanks!
@@keykibumie34 hurt you? I wasn't trying to. And I don't need to explain myself to you. I know where my heart and head is. And I love Dan a lot. I would never pressure him or force them into anything. 💜
emo gf as a (soft) shipper my self I think we can't say for sure. In my opinion we shouldn't say that they are because I asked around a bit, some friends and family, and a few said that "more than romantic " could also be seen in the soulmate way as in somebody you stay with forever and a bond that never passes unlike with romance which can vanish. Their relationship is the only thing Dan didn't specifically adress like other topics. So I'm really not sure myself, their relationship is neither confirmed for sure nor vehemently denied. I guess that's the part they want to keep private about, maybe they are scared too that something like in 2012 will happen again (tbh I don't think so since the Fans have matured) but there will always be some people who don't get it and invade their privacy. I just hope everything turns out well since I do root for them
I feel like you made it mostly about Phan. I saw in a reply to a comment on this video that you shipped them for around 3 years (feel free to correct me) but I think putting that aside for this video would have (in my opinion) made this better. I ship them too but I can see that they are humans too, so I put it aside to watch the video. If you need clarification for anything, let me know.
I see what you mean. and I have a different opinion on it. I obviously know the focus wasn't Phan. And I am so proud of him. There are hundreds of other things in this video that are more important. But you have to understand, coming from someone who was so dedicated to something for 3 years. For it too finally basically become canon? Is a lot. It's a big part about what I focused on my channel so I couldn't just ignore it. And I tried to portray that and say that throughout. I can't help how I react. And also this is coming from a straight girl, who has never swayed in my sexuality or gender. So while the main message was taken, and I am so supportive. I can't comprehend the extense like others can. I appreciate the comment. And I'm just trying to explain myself.
+Kiera Faith It was never confirmed as cannon. Also the first half of your comment seems like it was copy and pasted and only changed slightly to fit my comment or you straight up just copy and pasted it. Also I don’t know what you being straight and you not being able to comprehend the expensiveness of this have to do with this. I can understand it slightly but you seem to be open minded about this so it shouldn’t be too hard to understand it, even if it’s only a little bit.
@@CGI_Andy I did copy and paste it, Because I've had the same concerns a few times and I stand by what I said. If you read my description you can see when I say canon I don't mean any harm. I am very open minded and if you find my video to be too much, I apologize but I see it differently. And being straight just made me not be able to relate as much like other people. Everyone has the right to feel how they feel, and if you don't agree with how I reacted I'm sorry.
+Kiera Faith Aw shit now I feel bad. This is coming from a person who’s not straight so I apologize for assuming that you being straight had nothing to do with this. I agree with your last sentence.
Back in 2012-2015ish I used to watch a lot of dan and quite a bit of phill (Dan was always more funny to me). I loved danisnotonfire he was my favourite UA-camr for a long time, I had watched every one of his videos at least 5 times, I thought he was absolutely hilarious. But life happens and he didn’t upload so much, it’s not that I forgot he existed, I guess he just found a new home in the back of my mind. I never unsubscribed though. Whenever I looked to clean out my subscription box I saw his channel and remembered how much happiness he brought me. He was a big help to me back when I was 11 just after my mum died and I’ll always have endless gratitude to him for that. He kept me going. I guess I always was suspicious of his sexuality, but I never really cared. It’s weird that he uploaded this when he did because literally just a few days before I was getting nostalgic as hell watching his old videos. Tbh they’re bad quality for what UA-cam is like nowadays. The comedy is obviously still there dan is a very funny guy but they just haven’t aged brilliantly imo. Regardless I loved those videos and I still do. I thought it was quite sad and a bid weird that his channel was practically dead, and then *boom* a few days later he uploads *“Basically I’m gay”* And I _really_ enjoyed that video. It’s without doubt the best “coming out” video I’ve ever watched. And that’s saying something because Eugene from The try guys’ artistic coming out video was a masterpiece. The reason why I like dan’s video so much is because, well; 1. It’s danisnotonfire and I really liked his videos. 2. He hit the nail on the head with everything he said. And (most importantly) 3. The humour! The comedy was just like old dan from 4 years ago but not cheesy. It reminded me of all the comfort he had brought me and I cried listening to his story but I was laughing too. I’m with Ricky Gervais, he says: “there is nothing you can’t joke about” and that’s true. If it’s done right (and you don’t get confused with the target and the subject of the joke), then you can joke about anything. Dan made light of everything, and I admire him for that. I’m really proud of him and I’m really happy for him. As a straight, white, English, female (damn so close) I am lucky to not have to experience homophobia first hand. I have dealt with more sexism in my life than you’d expect or hope, but I can’t imagine what it must be like to live in fear and shame of your own sexuality. Anyway, I loved your reaction because I know how it feels to fangirl over stuff, and while I never became obsessed with dan and phill, I have my own weird ass obsession now that I fangirl over daily. I got really ill last year and wound up stuck in hospital (I’m still ill but I’m not stuck in hospital anymore thankfully) so I needed something to keep me going and I found my own weird thing to be obsessed with so I do completely understand your reaction, even though dan and phill aren’t my obsession. A n y w a y, I hope you’re having a good day wherever you are, and I hope you’ve regained control over your breathing. (Shit...I just saw that it’s now 23:57and I’ve got to get up at 6.... please send help..)
oH NO! hOPE YOU SURVIVED! Also thank you for the really sweet comment. I have been in the hospital myself and they were my rock in the hard times. I'm glad you still see his videos as funny, and yes. best. coming. out. ever.
I'm a brand new fan of Dan and Phil, as I just discovered their content about two weeks ago. When I first saw them in a different video I was watching (which introduced me to them), my first thought was "Oh, look! A wholesome gay couple that vlog and play videogames. WOW!" I felt bad about assuming this after I watched more of their content, but it is interesting. I still think they probably were at least were at some point, and probably still are because if they broke up they wouldn't be living together anymore, but it isn't my place to say for sure. I can understand that they want to stay more private with their personal lives, so whether they are dating doesn't really matter to me. I'm just happy that they are happy and living their best lives, whatever they may be doing off-camera.
I think people have been unfair to you in the comments. You were clearly affected by everything he said, not just the references to Phan. Obviously it's going to be a big deal to you when you've been following them for years.
The start when she was crying was honestly me except I had literally put my phone down calmly, then went into the corner, just to get up after five minutes acting completely natural and to watch the video.
@@KieraFaith the way i found out was when Phil tweeted about it and i took a second to process this and then internally went "WAIT WHAT F*CK HUH?! OH MY GOD" ahem... I am very happy for him that he finally feels safe to come out like this and I wish only the best for him! ^_^
This video wasn't about Phan and shouldn't be, he doesn't want to share that information. Yes, it sounded like he confirmed the ship and I ship it as well! I just dont want to turn an emotional coming out video into a shipping video..
Trust me I get that. And I'm so proud of him and love him so much. Please read my description if you have any further issues. I could not agree more. This is a Masterpiece and there are 100 more messages that should be taken from this video, other than Phan.
Yo when this came out I was walking around Chicago and I panicked pulled out my headphones and then preceded to freak out and hyperventilate while watching it on 30% battery
so dan howell, a person who has been - and still is - shipped with his best friend by a notoriously obnoxious and borderline obsessive fandom, just came out because it's pride month and he finally feels safe enough to talk about it and you saying some shit about phan.Stop being so disrespectful and i really hope that you are actually going to treat him better
I have a different opinion on it. I obviously know the focus wasn't Phan. And I am do proud of him. There are hundreds of other things in this video that are more important. But you have to understand, coming from someone who was so dedicated to something for 3 years. For it too finally basically become canon? Is a lot. It's a big part about what I focused on my channel so I couldn't just ignore it. And I tried to portray that and say that throughout. I can't help how I react. And also this is coming from a straight girl, who has never swayed in my sexuality or gender. So while the main message was taken, and I am so supportive. I can't comprehend the extense like others can. 💜❤
omg, I was on the phone with one of my friends and he uploaded this video and I told her I would call back later and hung up... wow my punctuation does not exist apparently... I also thought it was a fan account!
I think calling it canon and shipping them is a little weird. They aren't characters from a TV show or movie. They are real people. Their relationship, as far as I know, is just friendship. It could make them uncomfortable to see themselves sexualized in fanfictions together or with others. I used to ship them and other creators together but I realized that it was creepy and disgusting. This is why I don't like stan culture.
Obviously that's not the major point. This was years ago but it is not just a friendship. Since these videos they have said they are not but friends. It's more than that. I'm not going to define it as that is their thing. But it's never my intention and they have said on multiple occasions they don't mind shipping as long as it is respectful and not pushed on them.
I wouldn't say I'm the same as I was then. Everyone learns, but I still don't mind the aspect of shipping respectfully and fan fictions. They have said they like fan fiction and as long as a it's not pushed on them they don't care and actually would prefer their followers do that rather than do drugs.
You have every right to feel the way you do, but what me and others think isn't hurting anybody and it's not disgusting as long as you know what you are doing/who you are shipping/their wishes/respect. Thanks!
+Kiera Faith I understand. Thanks for responding. I did not understand the part of your comment about them just being friends or not cause I'm super tired. Are they in some sort of relationship? I have absolutely no clue tbh.
They were together at some point, now we know. We don't know if they are still together now (romantically)though. And we shouldn't pester them about that, coz Dan has specifically told that his relationships are not for public spectacle. Platonic or otherwise, Dan has told they were soulmates. That should be enough for us. If they want to give us a glimpse to the nature of their relationship (monogamous/open/queer platonic ) they will. If not chill and celebrate their happiness.
Markiplier Trash I respect your opinion, and I don't want to cause an argument but I just thought it was quite harsh what you said, yes you are open to have an opinion but I didn't think it was necessary to physically say it to her.
I'll be honest, I love your reaction and I mean absolutely no hate with this comment but I think you focused too much about phan. This video wasn't supposed to be about it. Dan said it himself that what him and Phil have is theirs and this video was only to talk about his experience with sexuality and help alot of people who have struggled or are still struggling with their identity like me and many other phandom members. So I think we shouldn't really think about phan with this video and just be proud of Dan and focus on the message that he was spreading. And this is coming from a big phan shipper. Once again,, I really mean no hate.
I see what you mean. and I have a different opinion on it. I obviously know the focus wasn't Phan. And I am do proud of him. There are hundreds of other things in this video that are more important. But you have to understand, coming from someone who was so dedicated to something for 3 years. For it too finally basically become canon? Is a lot. It's a big part about what I focused on my channel so I couldn't just ignore it. And I tried to portray that and say that throughout. I can't help how I react. And also this is coming from a straight girl, who has never swayed in my sexuality or gender. So while the main message was taken, and I am so supportive. I can't comprehend the extense like others can. I appreciate the comment. And I'm just trying to explain myself. 💜❤
@@KieraFaith I see your point and it's fair enough. Sorry if I came off as rude. I've just seen a lot of people, even if it's not the majority, completely ignoring everything else in the video and being like "DAN IS GAY AND PHAN IS CANON CONFIRMED! 1!!1!!!" Which was why I left this comment. I'm glad you too saw the main point of the video and didn't dismiss it like some other people ^^
@@George-cy3tz I totally agree some people need to chill tf out. and I appreciate it. Nothing taken rudely at all. 😄
Adding on to what the other person said, it made me incredibly uncomfortable when you said that they “made it canon”. Dan and Phil are real human beings, not some fictional anime characters in a made up show that you watch. They have their own lives and are in no way obligated to “make the ship canon” in public because they’re not fictional characters created for your entertainment. No hate to you or the video, but hearing people refer to stuff as “canon” when referring to real life people makes me feel just... uncomfortable. It’s not an anime or a book or a fanfic- it is real life. The fact that Dan made this video at all is a blessing, and I’m so incredibly proud of him for coming out. But he didn’t “make Gay!Dan canon” or whatever, he shared personal information with his audience. Sorry if I seem harsh this is just very important to me
@@immortalandundead5554 I never even thought people thought of it like that. I really only used that termonlogy because "confirmed" Seemed too weird, and I had heard it used when zoella and Alfie deyes confirmed their relationship. I am entirely aware they are human beings and would never pressure them to do or say or tell us anything. I had a lot of emotions going through me and if I worded it wrong, and I seemed with a harsh intention, I can promise you I didn't mean it. I love them so much and am so proud of Dan. I have shipped them for years, yes, but I've never tried to force them to come out or talk about it. Hope this explains my reasoning a bit. 💜❤
It’s so weird for you to say “finally canoned it “ about Dan talking about him and Phil... They are real humans and not your “otp” in a show. It’s amazing that Dan was brave enough to come out and he directly told the people who freak out about “Phan” it’s none of their business. Yes, Dan being gay will make a bunch of his fans happy. However, flipping out any time Dan mentioned Phil is frankly gross. They are humans not some animals for you to oogle at. This isn’t meant to be hate, by the way, but all people in the “phandom” need to start seeing Dan and Phil as humans not their “gay babies” lol.
I never even thought people thought of it like that. I really only used that terminology because "confirmed" Seemed too weird, and I had heard it used when zoella and Alfie deyes confirmed their relationship. I am entirely aware they are human beings and would never pressure them to do or say or tell us anything. I had a lot of emotions going through me and if I worded it wrong, and I seemed with a harsh intention, I can promise you I didn't mean it. I love them so much and am so proud of Dan. I have shipped them for years, yes, but I've never tried to force them to come out or talk about it. Hope this explains my reasoning a bit. 💜❤
I’m so proud of dan. i’ve been in a very dark place the past few days and this helped a little bit (then my mood went back down but hey what’re you gonna do) i just wasn’t expecting this video today and when i saw his tweet i freaked out ! i’m just so genuinely proud of him (AND PHIL WHO ALSO CAME OUT)
Phil being a supportive soulmate x :D
I KNOW LIKE NOBODY IS ACKNOWLEDGING HIM! and i am too. im so proud
I WAS THINKING IT WAS FAN POST TOO!!
OMJ I WAS LITTERALLY SPSPEECHLESS WHEN I SAW THE UPLOAD TOO.
That wasn't even the exact moment. I got the camera up as fast as i could, but i legit choked. I wish i was faking haha because its kinda sad.
I am so proud of him for sharing this with us 💞
I am sooooooo proooud
@@KieraFaith aHHHH! senpai noticed mee-
Kahdjdksd your name and profile picture. Yes.
@@George-cy3tz haha. Thanks
So proud of him for this! Happy pride every one! 🏳️🌈
Same
Happy Pride! AND ME TOO
Okay I kid you not when I say that I'm watching the video for the 6th time now. I've struggled with anxiety especially these last two days and yesterday after the video I noticed that I hadn't thought about the anxiety trigger for 50 minutes his voice, his sassy remarks, the black background and the way he looks directly at the camera it all just calmed me down so much. Both him and Phil have this calming effect on me so they are really important to me 💜
Good for you! And I hope all gets better. They help us all
@@KieraFaith Thank you! They really do
I'm so proud of Dan right now
Your reaction in the beginning is honestly very accurate to mine hahah. I freaked out and started crying when I got the notification :,)
Did you see Phil's tweet? I think he confirmed that he was thinking of also doing a video about his sexuality but if he's not ready or if he doesn't want to then I'm more than fine with it too
I think it was more, he doesn't wanna make it a big thing so this was his way of kinda coming out.
@@KieraFaith True! God I love them
OMG You're back. This day is awesome😍
It really is.
Ok I get it you shiped phan for 3 years, but now that this video is out please stop exposing this ship so much. If you truly love Dan and Phil, and not just Phan, then you should understand that Dan in this video said it's uncomfortable for him and that he wants to keep his relationship private, and you should respect his words.
I love dan and phil so much, I would never force them into anything, and I have never tried to get them to admit to something, or even involved them in it at all. Sure I ship them, but I'm not so crazy about it where I would force them to share personal details. I just reacted to what Dan decided to give us, I fully respect that dan said he wants to stay private on most things. They have also said that they don't mind the shipping though. I would never force or pressure anyone into something. They are humans just like us. I also don't see where you said it makes him uncomfortable. He just wants people to stop pushing their way into stuff that they don't have the right too. I only use the things put out on the internet/ said to be okay from dan and phil themselves.
I MADE AN INHUMAN NOISE WHEN I SAW HIS VIDEO IN MY NOTIFICATIONS
I choked on air!
@@KieraFaith yea that makes sense too
I respect your support of his coming out and the community in general, but as a lesbian, it was really creepy how your main focus was the ship. I know you weren’t intending to be creepy, but saying that you all assumed (which sounds like you just went off of stereotypes) and “kept it to the fandom” sounds bad. Because it’s not kept to a fandom, obviously the person you’re a fan of and “shipping” is going to notice and think about it. I fully support the shipping of fictional characters, but I draw the line at real people who are impacted. And Dan was obviously impacted. The fact that your main concern was whether or not their relationship is “canon” makes it sound like you care more about his coming out because it verifies your fantasy rather than genuinely being happy he feels he’s in a place to share a deeply personal and sensitive part of his life. I know you’ve apologized for using “canon” rather than “confirm” but I was still bothered by it. I’ve seen a few comments sharing my concern, but most of these comments are sharing the reaction. It is not your place to use someone else’s relationship as entertainment unless they say so - just because they don’t comment on it is not an okay and he’s made it clear he wants to keep his romantic life private. I know your intentions are not to cause harm, but it’s a bit concerning as a gay person myself.
If he wants to keep his private life personal I 100% respect that, but you said yourself that if they say that it's ok it's fine. They have on multiple occasions said that shipping them is fine. I don't go to far with it to the point where it is intrusive, and I would never do that. I have a different opinion on the way I portray myself in the video and I have my reasons, I am sick of defending myself for doing something that is clearly ok. I am not one of the bad ones. It's sad that some people are as disgusting to force people to do things or intrude on their lives, i only use what is given to us in videos etc. I appreciate the concern but my opinion on it is not going to change.
I FEEL YOU SO MUCH. I have been watched Dan and Phil for a VERY long time. crazy i know. ever since i started watching them its been amazing. they have helped me through SO MUCH without the years. they told me i was good enough and helped me through my sadness.i wish they could know how much i appreciate them. They're so heart warming. Dan and Phil are the only youtubers that make me happy and laugh. you know they're amazing people if they make you laugh while crying. and im sure everyone who are fans of them are so proud of them for being so confident. and anyone at all who says something rude about them or think everyone is overreacting they are wrong. They don't know what we've been through with Dan and Phil. They are amazing people and after two days ive still been so freaked out and proud. so yeah. so what if we over react about them? they mean the world to us.
Exactly. I mean it's been a year! Give us some slack.
@@KieraFaith ikr
@Kiera Faith We both have the same name but mines spelt different lol
@@ethrestrial9640 how cool!
@@KieraFaith i know right!
I missed you! I watched his video for the first time with you because it was so long and I didn’t have time, and it was like watching with a friend! Thanks for coming back!! .D
No problem! Sorry it's been so long.
Kiera Faith that’s okay! (.
He mentioned Harry Styles and I'm hyper about it
😂😂 we stan
Love this love our community love Dan and Phil love pride ❣️💞❤️
💜❤
Im honestly SO Proud of dan. Im fully supportive and gonna be here with open arms (I honestly was hyperventilating though the whole thing )
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Me too. So much words can't even express. And same
Kinda creeped out at the beginning of this video. Never thought people were that in invested in someone’s sexuality. Gonna keep on watching see we’re this goes.
I was under a lot of shock. And it's kinda been going on for 3 years. And with the hiatus. It's a lot. 😂😂
Kiera Faith love Dan since I was in middle school I wouldn’t lose sleep then and now, who he sleeps with no. I washed the video and the message was lost with you as far as I know. I want people to support him, no speculation doesn’t matter, Dan is dan he is a person.
@@keykibumie34 well that's your opinion. And I'm sorry it offends you, but I can't help how I react or feel. And if you don't agree, Just leave. I'm not hurting anybody. Thanks!
Kiera Faith oh you don’t hurt me at all but you are kind of the person or reason Dan didn’t open up sooner.
@@keykibumie34 hurt you? I wasn't trying to. And I don't need to explain myself to you. I know where my heart and head is. And I love Dan a lot. I would never pressure him or force them into anything. 💜
Okay so before he started talking about Phil I turned down the volume just in case you had the same reactions as me xD
I had to calm myself from not screaming so I could hear what he said
@@KieraFaith Same xD
@@saphireanabeth6678 wait so its phan confirmed right? theyre a thing?
emo gf as a (soft) shipper my self I think we can't say for sure. In my opinion we shouldn't say that they are because I asked around a bit, some friends and family, and a few said that "more than romantic " could also be seen in the soulmate way as in somebody you stay with forever and a bond that never passes unlike with romance which can vanish. Their relationship is the only thing Dan didn't specifically adress like other topics. So I'm really not sure myself, their relationship is neither confirmed for sure nor vehemently denied. I guess that's the part they want to keep private about, maybe they are scared too that something like in 2012 will happen again (tbh I don't think so since the Fans have matured) but there will always be some people who don't get it and invade their privacy. I just hope everything turns out well since I do root for them
@@saphireanabeth6678 oof i thought it was confirmed thanks
I feel like you made it mostly about Phan. I saw in a reply to a comment on this video that you shipped them for around 3 years (feel free to correct me) but I think putting that aside for this video would have (in my opinion) made this better. I ship them too but I can see that they are humans too, so I put it aside to watch the video. If you need clarification for anything, let me know.
I see what you mean. and I have a different opinion on it. I obviously know the focus wasn't Phan. And I am so proud of him. There are hundreds of other things in this video that are more important. But you have to understand, coming from someone who was so dedicated to something for 3 years. For it too finally basically become canon? Is a lot. It's a big part about what I focused on my channel so I couldn't just ignore it. And I tried to portray that and say that throughout. I can't help how I react. And also this is coming from a straight girl, who has never swayed in my sexuality or gender. So while the main message was taken, and I am so supportive. I can't comprehend the extense like others can. I appreciate the comment. And I'm just trying to explain myself.
+Kiera Faith
It was never confirmed as cannon. Also the first half of your comment seems like it was copy and pasted and only changed slightly to fit my comment or you straight up just copy and pasted it. Also I don’t know what you being straight and you not being able to comprehend the expensiveness of this have to do with this. I can understand it slightly but you seem to be open minded about this so it shouldn’t be too hard to understand it, even if it’s only a little bit.
@@CGI_Andy I did copy and paste it, Because I've had the same concerns a few times and I stand by what I said. If you read my description you can see when I say canon I don't mean any harm. I am very open minded and if you find my video to be too much, I apologize but I see it differently. And being straight just made me not be able to relate as much like other people. Everyone has the right to feel how they feel, and if you don't agree with how I reacted I'm sorry.
+Kiera Faith
Aw shit now I feel bad. This is coming from a person who’s not straight so I apologize for assuming that you being straight had nothing to do with this. I agree with your last sentence.
@@CGI_Andy thank you.
Back in 2012-2015ish I used to watch a lot of dan and quite a bit of phill (Dan was always more funny to me). I loved danisnotonfire he was my favourite UA-camr for a long time, I had watched every one of his videos at least 5 times, I thought he was absolutely hilarious. But life happens and he didn’t upload so much, it’s not that I forgot he existed, I guess he just found a new home in the back of my mind. I never unsubscribed though. Whenever I looked to clean out my subscription box I saw his channel and remembered how much happiness he brought me. He was a big help to me back when I was 11 just after my mum died and I’ll always have endless gratitude to him for that. He kept me going.
I guess I always was suspicious of his sexuality, but I never really cared. It’s weird that he uploaded this when he did because literally just a few days before I was getting nostalgic as hell watching his old videos. Tbh they’re bad quality for what UA-cam is like nowadays. The comedy is obviously still there dan is a very funny guy but they just haven’t aged brilliantly imo. Regardless I loved those videos and I still do. I thought it was quite sad and a bid weird that his channel was practically dead, and then *boom* a few days later he uploads *“Basically I’m gay”* And I _really_ enjoyed that video. It’s without doubt the best “coming out” video I’ve ever watched. And that’s saying something because Eugene from The try guys’ artistic coming out video was a masterpiece. The reason why I like dan’s video so much is because, well; 1. It’s danisnotonfire and I really liked his videos. 2. He hit the nail on the head with everything he said. And (most importantly) 3. The humour! The comedy was just like old dan from 4 years ago but not cheesy. It reminded me of all the comfort he had brought me and I cried listening to his story but I was laughing too. I’m with Ricky Gervais, he says: “there is nothing you can’t joke about” and that’s true. If it’s done right (and you don’t get confused with the target and the subject of the joke), then you can joke about anything.
Dan made light of everything, and I admire him for that.
I’m really proud of him and I’m really happy for him. As a straight, white, English, female (damn so close) I am lucky to not have to experience homophobia first hand. I have dealt with more sexism in my life than you’d expect or hope, but I can’t imagine what it must be like to live in fear and shame of your own sexuality.
Anyway, I loved your reaction because I know how it feels to fangirl over stuff, and while I never became obsessed with dan and phill, I have my own weird ass obsession now that I fangirl over daily. I got really ill last year and wound up stuck in hospital (I’m still ill but I’m not stuck in hospital anymore thankfully) so I needed something to keep me going and I found my own weird thing to be obsessed with so I do completely understand your reaction, even though dan and phill aren’t my obsession. A n y w a y, I hope you’re having a good day wherever you are, and I hope you’ve regained control over your breathing.
(Shit...I just saw that it’s now 23:57and I’ve got to get up at 6.... please send help..)
oH NO! hOPE YOU SURVIVED! Also thank you for the really sweet comment. I have been in the hospital myself and they were my rock in the hard times. I'm glad you still see his videos as funny, and yes. best. coming. out. ever.
I watched the video at like 1:00 am and it was like an “oh.... THIS IS THE VIDEO OF THE MILLENNIAL!!” moment
AHH I KNOW.
YES I WAS WAITING FOR YOUR REACTION TO THIS AHHH
lol hope i did you justice. XD
I'm a brand new fan of Dan and Phil, as I just discovered their content about two weeks ago. When I first saw them in a different video I was watching (which introduced me to them), my first thought was "Oh, look! A wholesome gay couple that vlog and play videogames. WOW!" I felt bad about assuming this after I watched more of their content, but it is interesting. I still think they probably were at least were at some point, and probably still are because if they broke up they wouldn't be living together anymore, but it isn't my place to say for sure. I can understand that they want to stay more private with their personal lives, so whether they are dating doesn't really matter to me. I'm just happy that they are happy and living their best lives, whatever they may be doing off-camera.
Over a year later and I still watch Dan and Phil regularly!
Two years later and I'm still in the phandom!
It's confirmed now, Dan is a hero and an absolute legend.
Amen 🙏
You literally went through all of my fucking emotions. Literally I was like "and now here's the crying, oh yep there we go"
I think people have been unfair to you in the comments. You were clearly affected by everything he said, not just the references to Phan. Obviously it's going to be a big deal to you when you've been following them for years.
Thank you. I appreciate that.
The start when she was crying was honestly me except I had literally put my phone down calmly, then went into the corner, just to get up after five minutes acting completely natural and to watch the video.
You should have seen me when I first saw the notification. I choked.
LITERALLY MY REACTION
AHHHHH
Your reaction is a whole ass mood
WHEN I SAW THIS VIDEO OMG
I LITERALLY DROPPED EVERYTHING TO WATCH THIS!!!!
I'm so so proud of him❤️
Same!
@@francescaalba4017 me too
OUR REACTIONS WERE LITERALLY THE SAME
😂
(begins video hyperventilating)
YEA THAT WAS ME WHEN I SAW THIS TITLE AND THUMBNAIL
I CHOKED
@@KieraFaith the way i found out was when Phil tweeted about it
and i took a second to process this and then internally went "WAIT WHAT F*CK HUH?! OH MY GOD" ahem... I am very happy for him that he finally feels safe to come out like this and I wish only the best for him! ^_^
@@MissJukeBox8 exactly my thoughts in my head as I was hyperventilating 😂😂
the heavy breathing at the beginning is a mood
😂😂
Kiera: *Makes this video*
Me: “...same”
😂😂 lol
also what was your friend’s reaction?
I was panicking so much. I couldn't type and she thought someone died. But she was very happy for me. And let me vent. 😂😂
His video simultaneously break and warmed my heart and I don't know how to feel about that🤪😂
I know! ❤
I keep coming back to this and every time I say:
Wow that me
😂😂😂
This video wasn't about Phan and shouldn't be, he doesn't want to share that information. Yes, it sounded like he confirmed the ship and I ship it as well! I just dont want to turn an emotional coming out video into a shipping video..
Trust me I get that. And I'm so proud of him and love him so much. Please read my description if you have any further issues. I could not agree more. This is a Masterpiece and there are 100 more messages that should be taken from this video, other than Phan.
Yo when this came out I was walking around Chicago and I panicked pulled out my headphones and then preceded to freak out and hyperventilate while watching it on 30% battery
Omg Chicago? That's around where I'm from! I'm about an hour away
Kiera Faith 😂
so dan howell, a person who has been - and still is - shipped with his best friend by a notoriously obnoxious and borderline obsessive fandom, just came out because it's pride month and he finally feels safe enough to talk about it and you saying some shit about phan.Stop being so disrespectful and i really hope that you are actually going to treat him better
I have a different opinion on it. I obviously know the focus wasn't Phan. And I am do proud of him. There are hundreds of other things in this video that are more important. But you have to understand, coming from someone who was so dedicated to something for 3 years. For it too finally basically become canon? Is a lot. It's a big part about what I focused on my channel so I couldn't just ignore it. And I tried to portray that and say that throughout. I can't help how I react. And also this is coming from a straight girl, who has never swayed in my sexuality or gender. So while the main message was taken, and I am so supportive. I can't comprehend the extense like others can. 💜❤
Dan uploads
Me OK cool
Me sees title
Me internally screaming
Oh my god please help me I am so HAPPY 🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈
That was me in a nutshell
Completely irrelevant to the video but your TARDIS poster and How Did We Get Here? poster are 👌
Ayeee thank you. hahaha
Why is her reaction the exact sams as mine xD
😂
omg, I was on the phone with one of my friends and he uploaded this video and I told her I would call back later and hung up...
wow my punctuation does not exist apparently...
I also thought it was a fan account!
Omg 😂😂 I would have done the same
Girl I was very worried at the beginning when you were breathing heavily
I'm alive thankfully. It almost gave me a heart attack
I think calling it canon and shipping them is a little weird. They aren't characters from a TV show or movie. They are real people. Their relationship, as far as I know, is just friendship. It could make them uncomfortable to see themselves sexualized in fanfictions together or with others. I used to ship them and other creators together but I realized that it was creepy and disgusting. This is why I don't like stan culture.
Obviously that's not the major point. This was years ago but it is not just a friendship. Since these videos they have said they are not but friends. It's more than that. I'm not going to define it as that is their thing. But it's never my intention and they have said on multiple occasions they don't mind shipping as long as it is respectful and not pushed on them.
I wouldn't say I'm the same as I was then. Everyone learns, but I still don't mind the aspect of shipping respectfully and fan fictions. They have said they like fan fiction and as long as a it's not pushed on them they don't care and actually would prefer their followers do that rather than do drugs.
You have every right to feel the way you do, but what me and others think isn't hurting anybody and it's not disgusting as long as you know what you are doing/who you are shipping/their wishes/respect. Thanks!
+Kiera Faith
I understand. Thanks for responding. I did not understand the part of your comment about them just being friends or not cause I'm super tired. Are they in some sort of relationship? I have absolutely no clue tbh.
@@CGI_Andy yes they are together. They just would prefer to keep the details personal. 😊
When it's pride month and you want to celebrate but you're still closeted so more gay videos please.
I wish you luck.
@@KieraFaith thank you!
bro why u hyperventilating chill
Stop acting 🤦🏽♀️ Im holding my breath for no reason
?
@@KieraFaith the fact that you trying to breath that makes me nervous and hokd my breath🤣
Hold*
@@Allaboutevwsbeauty1 oh 😂😂😂
Definitely canoned phan. Your reaction pretty much sums it up though
I still can't believe it. Don't think it has fully set in.
They were together at some point, now we know. We don't know if they are still together now (romantically)though. And we shouldn't pester them about that, coz Dan has specifically told that his relationships are not for public spectacle.
Platonic or otherwise, Dan has told they were soulmates. That should be enough for us. If they want to give us a glimpse to the nature of their relationship (monogamous/open/queer platonic ) they will. If not chill and celebrate their happiness.
@@sweetalison007 soulmates seems like they are still. But I agree no assuming until we are given more information. If ever.
what on earth...?
*sees your reaction to 'spoiler alert: I'm not straight'* : shit that me
I don't speak english very well,so...Phan is real or not?I know is a stupid question...
We think he said real. But it's very up in the air
@@KieraFaith Thank you🖤
0:22 is she having a panic attack-
React to phil's new vid :0
Already recorded. Just have to edit and post tommorow
@@KieraFaith yay! Can't wait! ^-^
omg i freaked the fuck out
🏳️🌈
Girl i havent had a chance to watch your whole reaction but girl. Giirl. This doesnt feel real.
It really doesn't
Im. Still. In shock.
You're creepy
Markiplier Trash stfu
Markiplier Trash if you don't like her videos just do your self a favour and stop watching them. Instead of saying such hurtful words to her
Charlotte Hulmes sorry then. But I’m just saying, she needs to calm down, the video isn’t all about phan you know
Markiplier Trash I respect your opinion, and I don't want to cause an argument but I just thought it was quite harsh what you said, yes you are open to have an opinion but I didn't think it was necessary to physically say it to her.
@@charlottehulmes5140 thank you for defending me, I just saw this and i appreciate it.