Khalid's Powerful Declaration

In a powerful revelation, Khalid has openly embraced his sexuality, declaring himself gay after being outed on social media. The celebrated American Teen singer took to X (formerly Twitter) this past Friday to share his truth, emphasizing his self-acceptance and pride.

Khalid's Response to Controversy

🏳️‍🌈!!! There y'all go. Next topic please lol,” Khalid tweeted in response to the controversy, later confirming to a fan with a simple yet impactful statement: “I am [gay]! And that’s okay.” His confidence radiated through his posts as he declared, “I got outted and the world still continues to turn. Let’s get this straight (lmao): I am not ashamed of my sexuality! In reality, it ain’t nobody’s business! But I am okay with me ❤️.”

The Backlash from Hugo Almonte

This moment of honesty comes amidst a public backlash from a user named Hugo Almonte, who claimed to have had intimate relations with several artists, including insinuations about Khalid. Almonte, who has underwhelming traction in the music industry with less than 750 monthly listeners, made allusions to past encounters that he implied were damaging, stating “one of your favorite gay R&B singers” attempted to use their relationship to manipulate him.

Khalid's Privacy and Confidence

While Khalid has not directly addressed Almonte's accusations, he swiftly responded to comments noting how “the closet was glass,” stating, “I wasn’t hiding anything! It’s just not any of your business.” This maintaining of personal privacy in the face of public scrutiny speaks volumes about his character and self-confidence.

Almonte's Continued Allegations

In a follow-up statement to Rolling Stone, Almonte alleged that Khalid attempted to silence him after their relationship ended. He claimed to have held onto these allegations for five years out of fear, adding that it was “crazy” to be accused of seeking attention when he felt wronged.

Support from Fans and Fellow Artists

Khalid’s fans and fellow LGBTQ artists quickly rallied around him, denouncing Almonte’s actions. Notably, producers MNEK and Amorphous called out the negativity surrounding the situation, with Amorphous highlighting the disparity between their career successes. “Your music can barely allow you to afford a small fry at Jack in the Box and you’re pressed about outing someone who has three diamond records,” they wrote. MNEK echoed these sentiments, labeling Almonte's actions as “loser behavior.”

A Celebration of Authenticity