Matthew Mitcham On OnlyFans, Olympic Glory, And Tom Daley Comparisons
Matt Mitcham, the first openly gay man to win Olympic gold, opens up about his OnlyFans venture and thoughts on his legacy compared to Tom Daley.
Matthew Mitcham is no stranger to breaking boundaries. As the first openly gay man to win Olympic gold, he’s made history both in and out of the pool. But these days, the Australian diving champion is making waves for a different reason – his content on OnlyFans.
In an interview on the All Out podcast, Mitcham didn’t hold back about his reasons for starting the channel, how he balances his new venture with his career goals, and his thoughts on living in the shadow of British diver Tom Daley.
Turning the Body Into a Career
After spending years training and competing at the highest level, Mitcham found a new way to connect with fans. Speaking to host Jon Dean, he explained why OnlyFans felt like the natural next step.
“I spent 20-something years investing in my body, so why not try and get some dividends out of that?” Mitcham shared in a clip released by Attitude. “It just makes complete sense, only going as far as I’m comfortable with and not crossing any of my own boundaries.”
He admitted that finding the balance between being “artistic rather than pornographic” and maintaining a mainstream media presence hasn’t been easy. “Who wants to have a TV presenter who’s also a porn star?” he asked, summing up the societal double standard.
Gold Medals and the Spotlight
Mitcham will always be remembered for his incredible victory in the 10-metre platform event at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. It wasn’t just the gold medal that mattered; it was what his win represented.
As the first openly LGBTQIA+ man to win at the Olympics, Mitcham became a symbol of pride and visibility on the world stage. But he’s since spoken about feeling overlooked, especially compared to divers like Tom Daley, who came out a few years after Mitcham’s historic win.
When asked about the difference in public response, Mitcham credited Daley’s polished image and mainstream appeal. “[Tom] captured the hearts of not only the nation but the world,” Mitcham said, calling him “very marketable” with a “safe” and “extremely likeable” personality.
Mitcham, on the other hand, has been open about his past struggles with drug use, which he feels may have made him less appealing to brands and the media. “He is just a really lovely guy that people can get behind,” Mitcham added, clearly respecting Daley while also acknowledging the reality of how the world judges people.
Redefining Success
Mitcham’s journey hasn’t been simple, but his honesty about his experiences makes him stand out. Whether it’s through his OnlyFans content, his athletic achievements, or his openness about mental health and addiction, there’s something deeply human about his story.
And let’s be real, success doesn’t always fit into a neat little box. Mitcham’s willingness to embrace all parts of himself, even when it challenges societal norms, is powerful.
