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Watch: gay soccer player Collin Martin plays ‘Live Tinder’ with James Corden

The midfielder swipes right in person

Published

7 years ago

January 21, 2019

Mariah Cooper

**Collin Martin** and **James Corden** on ‘The Late Late Show’ (Screenshot via YouTube)

Soccer player Collin Martin let James Corden help him find a date in a live version of Tinder on “The Late Late Show.”

Martin, 24, is a midfielder for Minnesota United. Originally from Chevy Chase, Md., Martin also once played for D.C. United. He came out as gay last year making him the second Major League Soccer player to come out following Robbie Rogers. Martin is currently the only out gay athlete across the MLS, NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB.

In the segment, Corden tries to get a feel for Martin’s type and asks him who is his celebrity crush. Martin reveals it’s “Call Me By Your Name” and “Beautiful Boy” star Timothée Chalamet.

Martin proceeds to choose his top three guys before selecting one to go on a date backstage.

Watch below.

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PHOTOS: Black Pride Opening Reception

Durand Bernarr headlines program

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1 day ago

May 24, 2026

Michael Key

Durand Bernarr performs at the 2026 DC Black Pride Opening Reception on Friday, May 22. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Black Pride Opening Reception was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Friday, May 22. Grammy Award-winning artist Durand Bernarr was the headline performer. Comedian Anthony Oakes was the host. Speakers included Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson and Center For Black Equity President Kenya Hutton, as well as speakers from health organizations and sponsors. The event featured performances from Billy the Goat, Jay Columbus, Akeem Woods, Rue Pratt, Be Steadwell and Bennu Byrd.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Black Pride Pageant and Unity Ball

Back-to-back events held on first night of D.C. Black Pride

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2 days ago

May 23, 2026

Landon Shackelford

The 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. (Washington Blade photo by Landon Schackelford)

The Mr. and Miss DC Black Pride Pageant was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. Following the pageant, Black Pride events continued with the 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball.

(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)