Chris Colfer

Chris Colfer says he was warned not to come out as gay while on "Glee" -- even though he played an openly gay character -- because it'd ruin his career ... but he didn't listen. The actor went on "The View" Tuesday where he reflected on his time on the hit show from the 2010s -- on which he played…

Chris Colfer has NOT been fired from "Glee" -- despite a mysterious tweet that said he was -- and he may be the victim of an Internet hoax ... according to his rep. The tweet appeared just a few minutes ago ... from his verified account ... saying, "Due to personal issues, I have been let go from…