The Only Two Gay Men in the World

Released Friday, 2nd July 2021

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The Only Two Gay Men in the World

Friday, 2nd July 2021

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In the Mexican border town where Carlos Valenzuela grew up, homosexuality was considered an aberration. So when he and his best friend Gustavo both realized they were gay, they were terrified. With the support of Gustavo, a slew of world travels, and an ever-curious mind, Carlos is now unafraid to be himself.

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Buy Valenzuela’s book, “Letters to Young Carlos.” See Carlos talking more about the book in a presentation for Southern Arizona Senior Pride. See his other writings at carlos-valenzuela.com.

Get the Local Kindergartner EP.

Black and white photo of a smiling child, Carlos as a child Black and white image of a male hairdresser with his hands in a woman's hair. Carlos doing a perm in the 1970s. Black and white photo of a young man with a mullet. Carlos in Argentina in 1972. Photo of a senior man flanked by two Vegas showgirls with large feathered hats. They are smiling and each holding one arm in the air. Carlos embracing his wild side.