"Coming Out" Publicist Howard Bragman Discusses Future Projects

Veteran publicist Howard Bragman, who has helped a number of celebrities including Meredith Baxter and Don Lemon come out and Chaz Bono share his story with the world, tells The Advocate he "will never give up the important work I get to do in our community."

Earlier this week Bragman announced he'd stepped down as CEO of his innovative public relations firm Fifteen Minutes and named Bill Harrison as his replacement. Bragman, who will remain majority owner and chairman of the firm, says he will take the position of vice chairman at Reputation.com, which he describes as the "world's leading online reputation management company."

Bragman writes of his new position, "Founder and CEO Michael Fertik is a visionary man and I share his passion for giving everyday people the tools to manage their online lives, their personal information and fix misperceptions." Bragman has previously worked on damage control campaigns for numerous business and celebrities, including Grey's Anatomy star Isaiah Washington.

Bragman also says he plans to continue with his regular television appearances on Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight, and HLN's Showbiz Tonight.