Khalid came out as gay in a new Tweet on Instagram
After being outed on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Khalid immediately responded to the comment through a series of tweets confirming his gender.
On November 23, user The user’s caption was a response to Khalid’s first post, which included a rainbow emoji and three exclamation marks, sparking reactions from netizens.
Khalid added, “Let’s start, next topic, laugh.”
🏳️🌈!!! That’s it. Next topic haha
– Khalid (@thegreatkhalid) November 22, 2024
Wait, I hope Mr. Khalid isn’t GEHHH!
– Mr. Chilla 🇳🇬🎙 (@Heischila) November 22, 2024
The user’s tweet caught the attention of Khalid, who replied, “Yes! And that’s okay.”
Khalid followed up with a separate post, expressing that he was not affected by netizens “publicizing” his sexuality and that he was not ashamed.
“I’m out and the world keeps spinning. Let’s get this straight (lmao) I’m not ashamed of my sexuality! In fact, it’s nobody’s business! But I’m fine with me, love you.”
I was out and the world kept spinning. Let’s get this straight (lmao) I’m not ashamed of my sexuality! In fact, it’s nobody’s business! But I’m fine with me 🖤 love you guys
– Khalid (@thegreatkhalid) November 23, 2024
Khalid’s tweets have gone viral on social media, as fans continue to express support for him and criticize netizens’ comments forcing the singer to come out of the closet. One netizen shared: “Sorry that happened to you. It’s no one’s business to say anything. We’re still with you and love your music.”
Another chimed in, “But you could have told the world yourself. I’m sorry that people are influence chasers.”
Khalid also replied to another tweet, explaining that he was not hiding anything.
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