shouldnt gay icons come clean at last?  

I'm sick and tired of the rumor mill grinding out stories about the sexuality of various 'celebs'. National treasures like Cliff Richard and Jasper Carrot.
Should these people just make a statement to the press and remove any stigma or gossip factor (like the highly talented Ian 'H' Watkins-formerly of steps). Or should they just do it in their own time when they have come to terms with it unafraid of any negative backlash of public opinion? (George Michael, Michael Barrymore)
Is it their choice to conceal their sexuality or do the fans have a right to know?