United Kingdom, April 27 -- Sophia Bush has thanked fans for their kindness after she came out as queer.

The 'Chicago PD' actress confirmed her sexuality and her relationship with soccer star Ashlyn Harris in a recent essay for Glamour magazine and later took to Instagram to thank fans for their support.

She posted on Instagram: "Ever-evolving + still weird. Thank you for the kindness, vulnerability, and the stories and journeys of your own so many of you have shared. Courage is contagious. Here's to a life in progress."

And Harris commented on her girlfriend's post, writing: "You're perfect."

In her personal essay, Sophia, 41, revealed her relationship with Ashlyn took her by surprise and insisted it began after she split from ex-hus...