He had multiple tabs open to LGBTQ websites explaining the emotions he is feeling, homophobia toward the LGBTQ community, and conversion therapy. At the beginning of the episode, Nick sits alone in his room with his laptop. Feeling unable to trust his friends or his mother just yet, Nick takes matters into his own hands. He searches, “Am I gay?” before getting nervous and giving up.īy Heartstopper Episode 3, Nick realizes his adoration for Charlie is much more than friendship. At the end of the second episode, Nick does what many people trying to figure out their sexuality do. But Nick is seen as a handsome and manly rugby player, and he starts to wonder if he is gay. The budding feelings between Charlie Spring (Locke) and Nick begin in the first episode. Nick Nelson in ‘Heartstopper’ | via Netflix Nick Nelson uses the internet and a quiz to try and understand his sexuality in ‘Heartstopper’
One scene in Heartstopper that hit home was how he tried to make sense of it all with Google and an online quiz. But fans have gravitated toward Nick Nelson’s (Kit Connor) self-discovery of his sexuality and feelings. Joe Locke explains the series tells an optimistic view of an LGBTQ story. Netflix’s Heartstopper has become a favorite among audiences due to its relatability in discovering one’s sexuality and coming-of-age love story.
