The thing is it doesn’t matter if he is gay or not but what annoys the hell out of me is that now every gen z and many millennials ( specially in Hollywood) are coming out because it’s the cool thing to do and it gets them more records sold, more interviews, makes them more relevant so really it’s a gimmick and I find it offensive. Look at the people in Hollywood under 30 most of them are members of the alphabet group…..
He doesn't have to. The public and the press have demanded that he do so since he was 15. Didn't you hear him say how it stressed him out and caused depression? All he said is that he's figuring it out. If he shows up in public one day with a boyfriend are you going to accuse him of flaunting his sexuality? If you're straight, every time you are in public with a girlfriend or your wife, you are publicly announcing your sexual preference. It's no different!
@lamusiclover2264 I'm not sure if people are just chopping at the bit to comment or you just don't comprehend. Let me break it down for you. I am saying no one should have to declare, disclose or comment on their sexually or sexual preferences. If you are not looking to date then, then it is nine of your bloody business.
@@lamusiclover2264Let me be 100% clear about something, because I’m tired of people who lack critical thinking skills. Shawn, and any other celebrities are playing a long game. It’s a show. This is a story arc for Shawn’s character. Being gay or whatever is not a big deal in the real world. These celebs, however, need something to keep their brand going. Shawn has probably been out before he got famous, they are just playing on weak and dumb emotions that most of you people have. Stop defending celebrities, they’re all making fun of YOU.
@Jamie_Ashe no I'm making fun of you. Because what you just said is preposterous. And you can't attribute that to every celebrity. It's true, young kids today put labels on themselves without fully understanding what they're doing, but when a celebrity is hounded by the press, gossip columns, his fans, since he's 15 years old, and finally has to take a mental health break for 2 1/2 years because of it, he has a right to say something. What an incredibly pessimistic person you are
@@monarcque I used to think that too until I realized that sexuality is a lot more fluid, let him be what he wants without questioning it, its really none of our business
No sexuality is not fluid where are yall bringing this shit from?💀 if you're gay you always gonna be gay if you're straight you'll always Gonna be straight it doesn't change suddenly and it's not a choice people are nut and dumb af I swear...
Exactly. It’s annoying that some people act like bisexuality is someone who has not made up their mind or they are really gay. Let people be what they want to be whatever gender they are attracted to.
It's creepy that some people think they have a right to intrude into other people's lives when it's none of their business. They are sexual voyeurs and need to get a life of their own.
Camilla seems like such a kind person. I bet she will end up being very supportive and one of his closest friends in life. It's a shame he didn't feel free to be himself sooner, at least he is getting there.
He didn’t say he was bisexual tho. He didn’t actually put a label on it. So let’s not label anyone if they have not labeled themselves. Just let people live their lives.
Well, he's not straight as an arrow either. That's how I understand this. Plus, he has an upcoming album for release. Timing is perfect to stir "buy"- curious folks.
Even if hes completely straight, hes a celebrity, trolls will NEVER leave him alone. If your a celebrity or just online its a fact of life hes going to have to learn to live with it like the Kardashians, there will always be criticism. But he's giving a lot of meme fuel! I mean being in that crop top in that interview about revealing his screenshots and they happen to be David Beckham and a freaking anteater?!‽ a phallic looking anteater omg SNL might as well be making this up...
@@AnalyzingWithAaron yes he Just never got a chance to explore it. Almost feel bad for him in a way because as private citizens, we can talk to guys and explore our sexuality without fear they will go to the paparazzis. He's constantly gotta worry about being blackmail.
He doesn’t need to explain himself to anyone. It really is nobody else else’s business but his.. this is his journey and his decision and we just need to be there if we’re fans or friends of his and just support him. I mean, I’m not gay but I would imagine that this is a huge journey that he’s on and a massive decision that he has to make. That’s my take on it anyway.
I met Shawn many years ago now, when I was a 2nd AD on the music video for Believe which was for the Disney show The Descendants. He was incredibly nice, very kind, and seemed to be happy and surrounded by good people. That was when he was 17yo. I can not even imagine what it would be like trying to figure out things for yourself with so much fame and adoration swirling around you. I admire his honesty, his taking time for himself, his openness to explore who he is and speak about it. I didn't come out to my family or publicly till I was 30 yo. Everyone is on their own timeline in life. I hope he has a good core of support around him and is allowed to find his true self and be happy. I do greatly admire him sharing his journey as a very public figure as it may help others who are questioning.
The only person who’s struggling about recognising if they are gay is himself. Accept yourself for being you, and not what the industry decides for you in order to make more money!
Most of us fans knew that there was some color to his sexuality and it would probably just be a matter of time before he would feel ready to talk about it. It's all good ❤
This is reminiscent of the public's and the media's obsession with Britney Spears and her virginity when she was 17 years old. It is such a strange obsession that has nothing to do with an artist's work. It is also creepy to have such an invested interest in the sexual proclivities of minors.
A heart for Shawn. ❤ And a heart for Graeme. ❤ I came out at 26 too. Everyone has a right to tailor their own journey, and I can only imagine how difficult it is to traverse it in the public eye from such a young age in this era of social media.
Being vague like this is why people are speculating. And will continue to speculate. He knows what he's doing and the speech he gave will only fan the flames.
He may honestly not know right now. People have to explore their sexuality sometimes. It's not always that easy or clear. Some people are sexually fluid. Not everyone knows so easily. Lay off him.
This is a sad and ridiculous discussion in 2024. It's especially surprising that people in his age range kept bugging him with questions about his identity. Unless you're planning on hitting on him, what difference does it make, and why should he feel a need to have to announce it?
I think it has so much to do that soc meds, while seemingly being a platform for personal identity, is really a way of co-opting and obsessing about the identity of others, and in that way often hiding.
They are just letting him know that if perhaps he is that it's ok!! That he will still have support. But if he really is gay and in denial that might actually be counterintuitive. Up until recently he's been aggressively denying it. You can tell it does affect him and not having a normal teenage life didn't help.
Take your time.Your sexuality is yours and yours only.Keep it sacred, it's nobody's business and nobody will love you or your music less because who you choose to love ❤❤❤❤❤
Most of the time, I can look at a person and tell whether or not he or she is gay. Rarely is it undetectable. But who cares? What people do in their bedroom is their business as long as those involved are consenting ADULTS.
It took me a long time to accept myself and my bisexuality, so in my humble opinion, Shawn can take as much time as he needs to figure it out. And he’s not required to tell anyone if he doesn’t want to.
It's sad about whatever shame he's going through. I remember his "I'm straight, bro" tour. I hope he feels loved and accepted in his personal life and doesn't continue to feel the need to get our random ass meaningless validation
Seems like people want this guy to be gay so bad. He's been hounded since he was a teenager. He said he's figuring things out. That means he could be straight.
All the speculators should realize that whether he is gay, straight or bi, they have as much chance of hooking up with him, as they do with the tooth fairy, so best to worry about their own sexuality
@@josephrocha142 he could be anything. But it sounds like his struggle is right now figuring out whether he's into guys or girls. But it's none of our business so he doesn't owe anybody an explanation
No judgement, just my gay male intuition: as far as sexuality is concerned, straight boys don't have to figure out anything. Why should they? There's no curse for being a straight guy.
Sex is indeed fluid. My sexual awakening was with guy 16, two years older than I. We had “intercourseless” sex everyday for two years straight every day. No kidding. Then he decided to start pursuing girls. We weren’t in love so it wasn’t that devastating. I never came out, I evolve. An only child, my parents were NOT judgmental even though I grew up in a devoutly home. I think the concept of “men having sex. Without being labeled one way or the other. To some it’s “down low” which is a fairly derogatory term. The woman that can understand that, is pretty unique and special. Shawn has been a “gay heartthrob” for a longtime. As a gay ma,….i want to celebrate! However, we should give him the space and the support as he continues his journey.
@@jhor729 Ah ha! But it was consensual….so I cannot blame him. No matter what the law states, it was consensual. He awakened my sexuality for which I am forever grateful.
Whatever - if he is gay or bi - it is OK! The most important thing is that he feels good in his own skin and that people accept him just as he is, he truly deserves that (and so does others too)!!! Lots of love for you all out there!!! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ ❤ 🧡💛 💚🩵 💜 💓❤💓 💜 🩵💚 🧡💛 ❤ 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
So proud and happy for him! ❤️🏳️🌈 Though, I don’t like how bi is being discussed as some sort of gateway. He never said a label. And as we know, there’s a whole vast array of sexualities. Liking girls and boys can be a part of a myriad of labels. He also didn’t say what gender he prefers for partners. Of which you eluded to by way of saying he could be using this as a softer launch of saying he might be gay. At the very least, we can consider him a part of the community, and that is incredibly beautiful. If you watch the speech close up, he is beaming with smiles while he’s speaking his “truth” and having “freedom” and being “brave”. ❤❤❤❤ Thank you for making this video of support ❤️🫂
Just to let you know this pic was BEFORE the show, in the theatre. He headed off happily to LA the next day. Maybe he was upset because he’d had enough of the media and others SPECULATING and reading things into sound bites. Of things he says. At this show he also discussed how it was to be single and the hazards of wanting to find “the one”, and spoke on his tough breakup and what happens to that love. He has also mentioned a few times recently about wanting to find a wife and settle down. The fact is, as he says, sometimes he knows and sometimes he doesn’t, he’s just living life and figuring it out like all of us. His words don’t need opinions.
keep in mind that at the end of the album cycle for "Wonder" the extremely restrictive record deal that he signed as a 15 year old boy ended. A record deal which made it very clear he wasn't to talk about his sexuality. He was a product for them to sell and they needed him to be marketable to Young album and ticket buying girls. This new album is his first album under his new record deal. Where he has full creative control, full ownership of his publishing and full ownership of his Mastertapes. He's finally free to be whoever he wants to be❤
Those simple little words moved me to tears. I came out at 16. In 1982. To a religious family in the South. I have never been made to feel less by anyone. And no one ever made me feel bullied or teased.
I feel some people use being bi as a safety net because they feel they won't get judge as much for still liking the opposite sex. But in reality they're actually gay. At the end of the day whatever he is is his own business. He doesn't own anyone a explanation.
In reality, bi men are seen as/treated as gay anyway (unfortunately). There's no soft landing. Either refuse to talk about it or say the truth, otherwise people keep speculating and doing all sorts of things. Idk. I wish he'd just ignore it
Yup as someone that is openly bi, the men nor women I've dated have had issue, neither have my friends and thank goodness the family I care about, it's always a random voice from wherever. If you can just leave that negativity out of your life, especially if it effects you, truly for the best.
Never understood why a person’s sexuality matters. You are who you are, you love who you love, period. I hope the new generation is beyond the irrational prejudices.
Shawn as a gay man knowing at 15 how i was feeling but in the 70s and 80s you had to hide it more finally at 29 i came out and never looked back dont worry what people think shawn just be yourself and be happy all the best we love you
I see a lot of comments about how difficult this is and that it should not be. I agree with everyone. I also want to note that walking in your truth is much better now. When I grew up, it was the most difficult thing to acknowledge, let alone talk about. I have seen some of my favorite singers just have no career with just the allegations. So, hats off to this young man and everyone living today in your truth. I don't pay too much attention to negativity because these posts warm my heart as a child of the 60s and a man who lived through the 80s. So, it may not look like it to the young people, but believe me, we have come a very long way. Live in love, everyone!
For all of you in the comment section defending him. Why on God's Green Earth is he announcing it. Why is he putting it out there or even showing his face on media about it. He wants YOU to talk about IT.
At 26 he probably already knows if he's straight or gay as most people aren't still figuring out their sexuality in their mid 20s although there are some exceptions. I think he's just trying to gradually feel more comfortable and at ease with allowing everyone know who he really is. He seems like a very sweet person. I wish him the best of luck!
Shawn seems like a very sensitive young man. I hope he has supportive, nonjudgmental family and friends. Perhaps he can give social media a rest for awhile, so he doesn't have to read stuff that might annoy or upset him. I like his music, and his performances. Hopefully he's realizing that his fans will love him & support him regardless of his sexuality.
I hope he is happy! I like his music, and he can be who he is! I felt for him when he took a break because he appeared to be down. We should hope for people to be happy and kind. The world would be a better place! Hugs to Shawn, keep smiling!
I think that last picture just shows a culmination of years of speculation about this, and the overwhelming emotions that can come from finally coming out. It doesn't mean he's sad or anything close to it, just supported by his friends for a huge step he just took in a very public way.
@@gals5252 nobody's feeding his head. He's trying to figure out personally who he is. Nobody's trying to convince him one way or the other. He's having feelings that he's trying to sort out. Nobody convinces someone to be gay or straight or anything else
I feel very strongly we now live in a society where in order to be accepted in general you need to state all the facts about yourself right off the bat. I wish people would back off and leave him be. I am a gay man who, although I am out I feel it is very much my choice who I tell and how I tell it. It’s part of my story. Last year I started a new job and was asked by someone point blank what I identified as. It caught me off guard. I had felt for a long while at this new job that people were prying at me to say something about my sexuality. I shouldn’t have to introduce myself as something if I don’t want to. Some don’t like it if someone is too “mysterious”. I think it adds to my character if I keep things to myself. I really hope that Shawn doesn’t feel obligated to say anything and that this is indeed on his own terms. Either way Shawn I support you, whoever you are, however you identify.
Why do people think he needs to have it figured out? Everyone has their own path of self discovery. People on social media pushing are judging for who they think he might be or who they think he should be. Lay off. There is no deadline for this. He has been doing great as he is All the power to him, sending positive energy.
I think it's more nuanced than just bisexual. There have been many other descriptors of sexuality developed in the last 10 years and I'd guess he would not use bisexual to label himself. The way he described himself seemed more fluid than that.
why are they cheering for him like he said something else than what he said... he looked like he needed presence and the crowd just didn't match his energy
I feel like he shouldn’t have to explain himself or apologize to anyone about his sexuality. It’s a personal matter, and people are too accustomed to pressuring him to come out.
His sexuality does matter. Otherwise, he wouldn't be creating more drama. It did matter for the thousands of teenage girls that were turned off years ago. It matters so much that he is trying to save his career and upcoming tour by letting us know that at age 26 he is still fuguring out
Sexuality is an incredibly difficult thing to understand within yourself. It took me over 30 years to figure out my own. Actually, thanks to forums on the internet I was able to finally identify what I am. I am bisexual but I am not bi-romantic. I am sexually and romantically attracted to men but I am only sexually attracted to women. I thought there was something wrong with me for a very long time. Don’t be mean to me. Thanks in advance.
Sometimes people force to fit with the mold. Lately, I learn by opening my eyes by looking around. He is a handsome Canadian who might lost his identity in the modern civilization.😊✨🙏🕊️
As a gay man, I recognize other fellow gay men. In my personal opinion, he is gay, and he is making a big soap opera about this. The truth is that no one really cares, but he keeps going on and on about this topic
I don’t know, it seems like since he’s been hanging with that crowd he calls his friends, he’s gotten more confused. Maybe he needs to detach himself from them & find a good therapist.
I’m really proud of him because being the level of star he is, with I’m sure so many big wigs in the industry scaring him about his “image”, it would be terrifying to come out. It always is but this is a whole other level. I do think that last photo is beautiful because I took it as him finally having a release.
I don't think the collapse pic showed sadness. Just exhaustion. And relief. He's been in the spotlight from a young age and his whole adult maturing, sexuality, and love life has been done in public. I can't even imagine the pressure he's been under.
Singing about “figuring it out” actually resonates with a lot of young people who really need to feel seen and heard. He’s becoming more empathetic and that’s great. I’d love to see him in a relationship with some hot successful guy now.
Leave Shawn Mendes alone. If you’re not trying to have sex with him or wanting him as a life partner, how he identifies is really not your damn business. What he says he is when he says it is what he is when he says it. If you’re that twisted about it then maybe you’re the one needing therapy to figure yourself out! Just a little note from The Who Gives A Damn Section!🌈🎶💝
Shawn, take it from someone who came out in the 80s during the AIDS plague years -- just keep breathing, keep your real friends close, and you move at your pace -- it is your life and let the real Shawn emerge lovingly and WELCOME him. Life is beautiful and you are worth the wait. it's all going to work out fine with love, time, and good friends. All the best
If one was to look back 10 years from now on Shawn's career - there's no doubt that he spent a certain number of years focussing on communicating to the public about his thoughts as to how people speculate on his sexuality. Not sure what to think - but I find it interesting that the pop star of some years ago back would focus on projecting their thoughts on issues unrelated to them, and many still do it today - Shawn, on the other hand was highly motivated to follow through on engaging on his own sexuality preference issue as part of his music repertoire. I'm not a fan nor up-to-date with what Shawn does, but I'd be curious as to what is next on his career agenda to keep fans interested. The pop culture associates with issues, be it on the artist themselves or on what they believe about various topics. All I can say is, will Shawn soon close this chapter on his sexuality, or will he soon branch out to variations on his sexuality - I think, and I'm guessing, it should be a new chapter with some very exciting new music, maybe even some change in his music style a bit or some new fashion, who knows?
I don't understand or think it's fair for someone to be pressured into declaring or announcing something so personal and intimate. The day after picture looks like he's still working some things out as we all are in life. I hope that he focuses on having compassion towards himself and not get caught up in trying to please anyone.
I’m not sure why he decided to speak out now but maybe he is paving the way to make a full declaration, which he should not feel obliged to do either way. Perhaps he has met someone he is attracted to and wants to explore those feelings without having to hide. It doesn’t really matter does it. Whatever decision he makes he needs to know that his fans will continue to love and support him.
I thought he was fairly straight but he cut his hair and started singing like Michael Jackson. And, when you are that attractive, someone always eagerly wants to stalk or at least gossip about you.
I wish there was a day that sexuality doesn't need to be announced, It's sad I could care less and it's nobodies business
Thank you saw a gay man myself I truly hope that day will come
But snake Harry style and Shawn Mendes keep dating female to stay relevant. At least Elton John is not two face snake.
that day is today, there's no need for oversharing
Human emotions are very complex. Love is love. And physical attraction can vary.
The thing is it doesn’t matter if he is gay or not but what annoys the hell out of me is that now every gen z and many millennials ( specially in Hollywood) are coming out because it’s the cool thing to do and it gets them more records sold, more interviews, makes them more relevant so really it’s a gimmick and I find it offensive. Look at the people in Hollywood under 30 most of them are members of the alphabet group…..
LEAVE THE MAN ALONE! Whatever his sexuality is, it is not YOUR sexuality.
Or your business❤.
Yeah
@@andyroo9381 Wish he had just kept quiet, it just created more drama.
Es evidente. Las "muchas novias" no tiene nada que ver, eso no determina nada.
*Yep!!! Shawn basically said what his sexuality is. He said he's still figuring it out. That's it...!!!* 👍🏽 👍🏽 👍🏽
I really hate labels-sexuality is nobody’s business but your own ….you love who you love and that’s all that matters❤
I hate two face snake
Right there is more important stuff going on in the world. who cares? he is still a great artist
Its utterly ridiculous that you have to declare your sexuality. That is ones personal business
I hate two face snake
He doesn't have to. The public and the press have demanded that he do so since he was 15. Didn't you hear him say how it stressed him out and caused depression? All he said is that he's figuring it out. If he shows up in public one day with a boyfriend are you going to accuse him of flaunting his sexuality? If you're straight, every time you are in public with a girlfriend or your wife, you are publicly announcing your sexual preference. It's no different!
@lamusiclover2264 I'm not sure if people are just chopping at the bit to comment or you just don't comprehend. Let me break it down for you. I am saying no one should have to declare, disclose or comment on their sexually or sexual preferences. If you are not looking to date then, then it is nine of your bloody business.
@@lamusiclover2264Let me be 100% clear about something, because I’m tired of people who lack critical thinking skills.
Shawn, and any other celebrities are playing a long game. It’s a show. This is a story arc for Shawn’s character. Being gay or whatever is not a big deal in the real world. These celebs, however, need something to keep their brand going. Shawn has probably been out before he got famous, they are just playing on weak and dumb emotions that most of you people have. Stop defending celebrities, they’re all making fun of YOU.
@Jamie_Ashe no I'm making fun of you. Because what you just said is preposterous. And you can't attribute that to every celebrity. It's true, young kids today put labels on themselves without fully understanding what they're doing, but when a celebrity is hounded by the press, gossip columns, his fans, since he's 15 years old, and finally has to take a mental health break for 2 1/2 years because of it, he has a right to say something. What an incredibly pessimistic person you are
dont erase bisexuality, it exists and for a lot of people sexuality is fluid and changes as they get older / experience new things
Bissexualidade is a doubt 😢
Bi now gay later
@@monarcque I used to think that too until I realized that sexuality is a lot more fluid, let him be what he wants without questioning it, its really none of our business
No sexuality is not fluid where are yall bringing this shit from?💀 if you're gay you always gonna be gay if you're straight you'll always Gonna be straight it doesn't change suddenly and it's not a choice people are nut and dumb af I swear...
Exactly. It’s annoying that some people act like bisexuality is someone who has not made up their mind or they are really gay. Let people be what they want to be whatever gender they are attracted to.
It's creepy that some people think they have a right to intrude into other people's lives when it's none of their business. They are sexual voyeurs and need to get a life of their own.
Camilla seems like such a kind person. I bet she will end up being very supportive and one of his closest friends in life. It's a shame he didn't feel free to be himself sooner, at least he is getting there.
He didn’t say he was bisexual tho. He didn’t actually put a label on it. So let’s not label anyone if they have not labeled themselves. Just let people live their lives.
That's exactly what I was thinking. He left everything completely open, and it felt really nice.
Well, he's not straight as an arrow either. That's how I understand this. Plus, he has an upcoming album for release. Timing is perfect to stir "buy"- curious folks.
Even if hes completely straight, hes a celebrity, trolls will NEVER leave him alone. If your a celebrity or just online its a fact of life hes going to have to learn to live with it like the Kardashians, there will always be criticism. But he's giving a lot of meme fuel! I mean being in that crop top in that interview about revealing his screenshots and they happen to be David Beckham and a freaking anteater?!‽ a phallic looking anteater omg SNL might as well be making this up...
He basically came out as bisexual. He’s just too afraid to say it frankly.
@@AnalyzingWithAaron yes he Just never got a chance to explore it. Almost feel bad for him in a way because as private citizens, we can talk to guys and explore our sexuality without fear they will go to the paparazzis. He's constantly gotta worry about being blackmail.
He's a beautiful and talented young man. I like his music. It's not my business, and I really don't care. I wish him the best.
He doesn’t need to explain himself to anyone. It really is nobody else else’s business but his.. this is his journey and his decision and we just need to be there if we’re fans or friends of his and just support him. I mean, I’m not gay but I would imagine that this is a huge journey that he’s on and a massive decision that he has to make. That’s my take on it anyway.
I love seeing men embrace each other and be emotionally open with each other. Glad that he and his bandmates have that bond.
I hope Shawn keeps being Shawn. People get a life and leave him alone. This bullying causes depression and suicide. Stop the bullying!
You take your time lad, after all, it’s none of our business. Keep producing that beautiful music. ❤
I met Shawn many years ago now, when I was a 2nd AD on the music video for Believe which was for the Disney show The Descendants. He was incredibly nice, very kind, and seemed to be happy and surrounded by good people. That was when he was 17yo. I can not even imagine what it would be like trying to figure out things for yourself with so much fame and adoration swirling around you. I admire his honesty, his taking time for himself, his openness to explore who he is and speak about it.
I didn't come out to my family or publicly till I was 30 yo. Everyone is on their own timeline in life. I hope he has a good core of support around him and is allowed to find his true self and be happy. I do greatly admire him sharing his journey as a very public figure as it may help others who are questioning.
The only person who’s struggling about recognising if they are gay is himself. Accept yourself for being you, and not what the industry decides for you in order to make more money!
Most of us fans knew that there was some color to his sexuality and it would probably just be a matter of time before he would feel ready to talk about it. It's all good ❤
This is reminiscent of the public's and the media's obsession with Britney Spears and her virginity when she was 17 years old. It is such a strange obsession that has nothing to do with an artist's work. It is also creepy to have such an invested interest in the sexual proclivities of minors.
A heart for Shawn. ❤ And a heart for Graeme. ❤ I came out at 26 too. Everyone has a right to tailor their own journey, and I can only imagine how difficult it is to traverse it in the public eye from such a young age in this era of social media.
Being vague like this is why people are speculating. And will continue to speculate. He knows what he's doing and the speech he gave will only fan the flames.
True. New album "coming out". Perfect timing.
He's being truthful, sexuality is "fluid" for most honest people.
THIS
exactly Sabrina has already laid his sht bare, he's manipulative and calculated, so gross
He may honestly not know right now. People have to explore their sexuality sometimes. It's not always that easy or clear. Some people are sexually fluid. Not everyone knows so easily. Lay off him.
This is a sad and ridiculous discussion in 2024. It's especially surprising that people in his age range kept bugging him with questions about his identity. Unless you're planning on hitting on him, what difference does it make, and why should he feel a need to have to announce it?
I think it has so much to do that soc meds, while seemingly being a platform for personal identity, is really a way of co-opting and obsessing about the identity of others, and in that way often hiding.
They are just letting him know that if perhaps he is that it's ok!! That he will still have support. But if he really is gay and in denial that might actually be counterintuitive. Up until recently he's been aggressively denying it. You can tell it does affect him and not having a normal teenage life didn't help.
I am glad I am no Camila Cabello. It’s complicated for the person that was with him before he admitted it, unless she was ok with it. Their business
And Sabrina, she's been with both Shawn and Joshua before they came out
Nasty. Does anyone care about the person they have been with? It can mess with these girls mental health
He didn't really admit anything except that he was figuring it out
I was 31 when I came out to my family. It’s a journey we all travel at a different pace.
28 here.
Take your time.Your sexuality is yours and yours only.Keep it sacred, it's nobody's business and nobody will love you or your music less because who you choose to love ❤❤❤❤❤
Most of the time, I can look at a person and tell whether or not he or she is gay. Rarely is it undetectable. But who cares? What people do in their bedroom is their business as long as those involved are consenting ADULTS.
It took me a long time to accept myself and my bisexuality, so in my humble opinion, Shawn can take as much time as he needs to figure it out. And he’s not required to tell anyone if he doesn’t want to.
It's sad about whatever shame he's going through. I remember his "I'm straight, bro" tour. I hope he feels loved and accepted in his personal life and doesn't continue to feel the need to get our random ass meaningless validation
Tbh I think the timing is perfect for his album release which is coming soon
Seems like people want this guy to be gay so bad. He's been hounded since he was a teenager. He said he's figuring things out. That means he could be straight.
Oh honey…
All the speculators should realize that whether he is gay, straight or bi, they have as much chance of hooking up with him, as they do with the tooth fairy, so best to worry about their own sexuality
Or bi, or pan or whatever. It's really none of our business. It's his journey to go on
@@josephrocha142 he could be anything. But it sounds like his struggle is right now figuring out whether he's into guys or girls. But it's none of our business so he doesn't owe anybody an explanation
No judgement, just my gay male intuition: as far as sexuality is concerned, straight boys don't have to figure out anything. Why should they? There's no curse for being a straight guy.
Sex is indeed fluid. My sexual awakening was with guy 16, two years older than I. We had “intercourseless” sex everyday for two years straight every day. No kidding. Then he decided to start pursuing girls. We weren’t in love so it wasn’t that devastating. I never came out, I evolve. An only child, my parents were NOT judgmental even though I grew up in a devoutly home.
I think the concept of “men having sex. Without being labeled one way or the other. To some it’s “down low” which is a fairly derogatory term. The woman that can understand that, is pretty unique and special.
Shawn has been a “gay heartthrob” for a longtime. As a gay ma,….i want to celebrate! However, we should give him the space and the support as he continues his journey.
I think that was close to statutory rape
@@jhor729 Ah ha! But it was consensual….so I cannot blame him. No matter what the law states, it was consensual. He awakened my sexuality for which I am forever grateful.
Kinsey was correct all along
IYKYK.
I knew he and Camilla were not going to last because I always "knew" he was gay.... Wich in reality is really non of my nor anybody's business.
She’s beard material for sure.
*Shawn basically said what his sexuality is. He said he's still figuring it out. That's it...!!!* 👍🏽 👍🏽 👍🏽
Whatever - if he is gay or bi - it is OK! The most important thing is that he feels good in his own skin and that people accept him just as he is, he truly deserves that (and so does others too)!!! Lots of love for you all out there!!! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ ❤ 🧡💛 💚🩵 💜 💓❤💓 💜 🩵💚 🧡💛 ❤ 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
So proud and happy for him! ❤️🏳️🌈
Though, I don’t like how bi is being discussed as some sort of gateway. He never said a label. And as we know, there’s a whole vast array of sexualities. Liking girls and boys can be a part of a myriad of labels. He also didn’t say what gender he prefers for partners. Of which you eluded to by way of saying he could be using this as a softer launch of saying he might be gay.
At the very least, we can consider him a part of the community, and that is incredibly beautiful. If you watch the speech close up, he is beaming with smiles while he’s speaking his “truth” and having “freedom” and being “brave”. ❤❤❤❤
Thank you for making this video of support ❤️🫂
He’s acting like he’s got some disease. Just be yourself and come out😂
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No judgement. I hope he is happy. Must be hard growing up in public and trying to figure things out.
Just to let you know this pic was BEFORE the show, in the theatre. He headed off happily to LA the next day. Maybe he was upset because he’d had enough of the media and others SPECULATING and reading things into sound bites. Of things he says. At this show he also discussed how it was to be single and the hazards of wanting to find “the one”, and spoke on his tough breakup and what happens to that love. He has also mentioned a few times recently about wanting to find a wife and settle down. The fact is, as he says, sometimes he knows and sometimes he doesn’t, he’s just living life and figuring it out like all of us. His words don’t need opinions.
He's gay! Who cares! it's 2024!
Is that the result of this .
No he is not
he clearly likes girls
She is gay pretending to be straight
Exactly 😮
Lol
He doesn't have to justify himself to ANYONE! Don't answer questions about your sexuality! It's nobody's business.
keep in mind that at the end of the album cycle for "Wonder" the extremely restrictive record deal that he signed as a 15 year old boy ended. A record deal which made it very clear he wasn't to talk about his sexuality. He was a product for them to sell and they needed him to be marketable to Young album and ticket buying girls. This new album is his first album under his new record deal. Where he has full creative control, full ownership of his publishing and full ownership of his Mastertapes. He's finally free to be whoever he wants to be❤
He didn't say Bi-sexual. You're putting words in his mouth.
Agreed. It's creepy and weird how eager these old gay dudes are to slap a label on him. They're projecting
Those simple little words moved me to tears. I came out at 16. In 1982. To a religious family in the South. I have never been made to feel less by anyone. And no one ever made me feel bullied or teased.
I feel some people use being bi as a safety net because they feel they won't get judge as much for still liking the opposite sex. But in reality they're actually gay. At the end of the day whatever he is is his own business. He doesn't own anyone a explanation.
In reality, bi men are seen as/treated as gay anyway (unfortunately). There's no soft landing. Either refuse to talk about it or say the truth, otherwise people keep speculating and doing all sorts of things. Idk. I wish he'd just ignore it
Yup as someone that is openly bi, the men nor women I've dated have had issue, neither have my friends and thank goodness the family I care about, it's always a random voice from wherever. If you can just leave that negativity out of your life, especially if it effects you, truly for the best.
I hate two face snake. They keep using female to stay relevant. At least Elton John is not two face snake.
Bi-erasure is a negative outcome of labelling all cases as truly gay
It doesn't matter about his sexuality is a human being with feelings and he is a fantastic singer and he is a wonderful human being. Sending him love❤
Never understood why a person’s sexuality matters. You are who you are, you love who you love, period. I hope the new generation is beyond the irrational prejudices.
Shawn as a gay man knowing at 15 how i was feeling but in the 70s and 80s you had to hide it more finally at 29 i came out and never looked back dont worry what people think shawn just be yourself and be happy all the best we love you
Broke my heart 💔 if that's what he meant. I've been there it sucks and scary 😨 God bless you, Shawn 🙏
Just be your talented self! You owe no one an explanation nor to validate anyone’s intrusion into your personal discovery! ❤
Just because someone says they don't know doesn't mean that they're bi.
I see a lot of comments about how difficult this is and that it should not be. I agree with everyone. I also want to note that walking in your truth is much better now. When I grew up, it was the most difficult thing to acknowledge, let alone talk about. I have seen some of my favorite singers just have no career with just the allegations. So, hats off to this young man and everyone living today in your truth. I don't pay too much attention to negativity because these posts warm my heart as a child of the 60s and a man who lived through the 80s. So, it may not look like it to the young people, but believe me, we have come a very long way. Live in love, everyone!
Gay or not, he is still gourgeous.🎉🎉😂😂
For all of you in the comment section defending him. Why on God's Green Earth is he announcing it. Why is he putting it out there or even showing his face on media about it. He wants YOU to talk about IT.
Bi/Gay he is a Beautiful Man.
Can't say I ever heard anyone come out as "straight".
At 26 he probably already knows if he's straight or gay as most people aren't still figuring out their sexuality in their mid 20s although there are some exceptions. I think he's just trying to gradually feel more comfortable and at ease with allowing everyone know who he really is. He seems like a very sweet person. I wish him the best of luck!
Shawn seems like a very sensitive young man. I hope he has supportive, nonjudgmental family and friends. Perhaps he can give social media a rest for awhile, so he doesn't have to read stuff that might annoy or upset him. I like his music, and his performances. Hopefully he's realizing that his fans will love him & support him regardless of his sexuality.
*I don't care what sexuality he is. All I know, he makes goodass music. That's what matters. PERIODT.*
Who gives a shit what he’s sexuality is….. that has nothing to do with his music and how good a singer he is
You love who you love. Move on it's nobody's business but your own! Life is too short wasting time worrying about what others think about you! 💖
He should live in harmony with himself and not think about what people will say. Why get frustrated. We accept him and love him anyway.
If he did come out, he did it his way. People need to respect that or say nothing at all.
I hope he is happy! I like his music, and he can be who he is! I felt for him when he took a break because he appeared to be down. We should hope for people to be happy and kind. The world would be a better place! Hugs to Shawn, keep smiling!
I think that last picture just shows a culmination of years of speculation about this, and the overwhelming emotions that can come from finally coming out. It doesn't mean he's sad or anything close to it, just supported by his friends for a huge step he just took in a very public way.
His sexuality is his business.
I'm STILL a fan for this AMAZING talent, luv him, the music, his talent- don't care about the rest👐💕👏👍💕👐❗
He sounds so confused! Maybe he needs to detach himself from that group of people he’s been hanging around with! What are they feeding his head with?
He's obviously becoming crazy😢. The world is now becoming crazier than ever
Yeah yeah yeah
@@gals5252 nobody's feeding his head. He's trying to figure out personally who he is. Nobody's trying to convince him one way or the other. He's having feelings that he's trying to sort out. Nobody convinces someone to be gay or straight or anything else
I feel very strongly we now live in a society where in order to be accepted in general you need to state all the facts about yourself right off the bat. I wish people would back off and leave him be. I am a gay man who, although I am out I feel it is very much my choice who I tell and how I tell it. It’s part of my story.
Last year I started a new job and was asked by someone point blank what I identified as. It caught me off guard. I had felt for a long while at this new job that people were prying at me to say something about my sexuality. I shouldn’t have to introduce myself as something if I don’t want to. Some don’t like it if someone is too “mysterious”. I think it adds to my character if I keep things to myself. I really hope that Shawn doesn’t feel obligated to say anything and that this is indeed on his own terms. Either way Shawn I support you, whoever you are, however you identify.
I was 26 when I came out...some things take time...I don't regret it❤❤
Why do people think he needs to have it figured out? Everyone has their own path of self discovery. People on social media pushing are judging for who they think he might be or who they think he should be. Lay off. There is no deadline for this. He has been doing great as he is
All the power to him, sending positive energy.
I think it's more nuanced than just bisexual. There have been many other descriptors of sexuality developed in the last 10 years and I'd guess he would not use bisexual to label himself. The way he described himself seemed more fluid than that.
why are they cheering for him like he said something else than what he said... he looked like he needed presence and the crowd just didn't match his energy
I feel like he shouldn’t have to explain himself or apologize to anyone about his sexuality. It’s a personal matter, and people are too accustomed to pressuring him to come out.
His sexuality does matter. Otherwise, he wouldn't be creating more drama. It did matter for the thousands of teenage girls that were turned off years ago. It matters so much that he is trying to save his career and upcoming tour by letting us know that at age 26 he is still fuguring out
People with common sense get it!
People should focus on his music talent instead of his sexuality. Canada 🇨🇦 is giving you a hug Shawn.
Sexuality is an incredibly difficult thing to understand within yourself. It took me over 30 years to figure out my own. Actually, thanks to forums on the internet I was able to finally identify what I am. I am bisexual but I am not bi-romantic. I am sexually and romantically attracted to men but I am only sexually attracted to women. I thought there was something wrong with me for a very long time. Don’t be mean to me. Thanks in advance.
Sometimes people force to fit with the mold. Lately, I learn by opening my eyes by looking around. He is a handsome Canadian who might lost his identity in the modern civilization.😊✨🙏🕊️
This totally gives me David from Schitts Creek vibes! “I do like red wines. But I also like white wines….. I like the wine and not the label” ❤
As a gay man, I recognize other fellow gay men. In my personal opinion, he is gay, and he is making a big soap opera about this. The truth is that no one really cares, but he keeps going on and on about this topic
People keep hounding him so they do care
I hope he's around people who love him unconditionally. I wish you well, Shawn!
I don’t know, it seems like since he’s been hanging with that crowd he calls his friends, he’s gotten more confused. Maybe he needs to detach himself from them & find a good therapist.
Shawn, YOU are very important for your family and real friends. Keep going!
May God bless you wherever YOU are. Amen.
I’m really proud of him because being the level of star he is, with I’m sure so many big wigs in the industry scaring him about his “image”, it would be terrifying to come out. It always is but this is a whole other level. I do think that last photo is beautiful because I took it as him finally having a release.
The fact that Disney is promoting him doesn't come as a surprise considering their track record. 🤔
@@househead67 what does that mean what the hell is their track record? For being supportive of the lgbtq+ community?
people always assume clean looking mature and respectful guys are gay
Yep
..its not anyone's business
And I hook up with a lot of non clean looking mature men.😂😂😂😂that hasn't anything to do with it.
I don't think the collapse pic showed sadness. Just exhaustion. And relief. He's been in the spotlight from a young age and his whole adult maturing, sexuality, and love life has been done in public. I can't even imagine the pressure he's been under.
Singing about “figuring it out” actually resonates with a lot of young people who really need to feel seen and heard. He’s becoming more empathetic and that’s great. I’d love to see him in a relationship with some hot successful guy now.
Leave Shawn Mendes alone. If you’re not trying to have sex with him or wanting him as a life partner, how he identifies is really not your damn business. What he says he is when he says it is what he is when he says it. If you’re that twisted about it then maybe you’re the one needing therapy to figure yourself out! Just a little note from The Who Gives A Damn Section!🌈🎶💝
He seems like such a sweet soul. Whoever gets to be with him is one lucky human. Man or woman!
He is what he is and it’s nobody’s business.
Shawn, take it from someone who came out in the 80s during the AIDS plague years -- just keep breathing, keep your real friends close, and you move at your pace -- it is your life and let the real Shawn emerge lovingly and WELCOME him. Life is beautiful and you are worth the wait. it's all going to work out fine with love, time, and good friends. All the best
Such a beautiful artist, him being bisexual makes him even more beautiful
If one was to look back 10 years from now on Shawn's career - there's no doubt that he spent a certain number of years focussing on communicating to the public about his thoughts as to how people speculate on his sexuality. Not sure what to think - but I find it interesting that the pop star of some years ago back would focus on projecting their thoughts on issues unrelated to them, and many still do it today - Shawn, on the other hand was highly motivated to follow through on engaging on his own sexuality preference issue as part of his music repertoire. I'm not a fan nor up-to-date with what Shawn does, but I'd be curious as to what is next on his career agenda to keep fans interested. The pop culture associates with issues, be it on the artist themselves or on what they believe about various topics. All I can say is, will Shawn soon close this chapter on his sexuality, or will he soon branch out to variations on his sexuality - I think, and I'm guessing, it should be a new chapter with some very exciting new music, maybe even some change in his music style a bit or some new fashion, who knows?
I don't understand or think it's fair for someone to be pressured into declaring or announcing something so personal and intimate. The day after picture looks like he's still working some things out as we all are in life. I hope that he focuses on having compassion towards himself and not get caught up in trying to please anyone.
He is a talented man that also seems like an extremely good human. IDC who he loves but I hope they love him back. He deserves to be loved 💕
I’m not sure why he decided to speak out now but maybe he is paving the way to make a full declaration, which he should not feel obliged to do either way. Perhaps he has met someone he is attracted to and wants to explore those feelings without having to hide. It doesn’t really matter does it. Whatever decision he makes he needs to know that his fans will continue to love and support him.
I never heard of this young man but it’s none of anybody’s business but his and he doesn’t need to explain himself to anyone.
This is why people now in day are confused without needing to be but due to social media being so critical makes people so confused.
Let the young man just be whoever he is. He's talented and gorgeous and he deserves his privacy.
I thought he was fairly straight but he cut his hair and started singing like Michael Jackson. And, when you are that attractive, someone always eagerly wants to stalk or at least gossip about you.
you can't really say that he is saying he's bi sexual though because he literally didn't say one way or the other
his sexuality his business