Lio Tipton, who had a memorable role in the 2011 romantic comedy "Crazy, Stupid, Love" and also competed on "America's Next Top Model," has come out as nonbinary.<\/p>\n
On Wednesday, the actor announced they changed their name and will be using they\/she pronouns.<\/p>\n
"Hi. My name is Lio," Tipton wrote on Instagram with an illustration conveying a figure who doesn't identify as male or female. "My pronouns are they\/she. I am proud to announce I am queer and I identify as non binary. I hope to give as much love and support back to those who continue to show love and support for the Pride community at large."<\/p>\n
Tipton is best known for portraying the teenage babysitter in "Crazy, Stupid, Love" who has a crush on Steve Carell's character, Cal, and is the subject of adoration by Cal's 13-year-old son.<\/p>\n
Over the years, the actor has appeared in films such as "The Green Hornet," the paranormal zombie comedy "Warm Bodies" and the rom-com "Two Night Stand" co-starring Miles Teller. Other credits include the Scarlett Johansson thriller "Lucy," "Mississippi Grind" and the coming-of-age film "Summer Nights."<\/p>\n
On the TV front, Tipton recently had a guest role on the CBS All Access series "Why Women Kill" and has popped up in episodes of "The Big Bang Theory" and the CBS drama "Limitless."<\/p>\n
In recent months, there have been several announcements from high-profile figures who have come out as nonbinary, such as Demi Lovato and Elliot Page, who identifies as transgender and nonbinary.<\/p>\n