Michael Sam

"Michael Sam is breaking down boundaries and showing the world what it means to be authentic to who you are no matter what the circumstance. That's a central theme with the documentary and we hope it continues an important discussion," OWN president Erik Logan said in a statement. "Michael is an inspiration to millions and we are proud to be able to share his courageous story -- in his own words -- with our audience."

According to OWN, the documentary will focus on "when Michael was drafted by the St. Louis Rams, the intense media scrutiny that immediately followed, and Michael's struggle to stay focused despite the pressure and chaos. Additionally, the documentary explores Michael's relationship with his boyfriend Vito and the challenge of balancing his personal life alongside his pursuit of NFL stardom." (Source: OWN)